**_Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of._** **Who We Are…** When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the _storytellers_ bringing our characters to life, the _creators_ bringing them to your living rooms and the _dreamers_ creating what’s next… From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive. **_Sr. Financial Analyst_** _position is responsible for execute annual and_ _Monthly_ _labor planning process, support month-end close activities, develop ad hoc reports and provide high quality financial information and insights to business partners across_ _Global Content Operations_ _areas in WBD. ​Additionally, the Sr. Financial Analyst will be responsible for improving planning processes reducing frequency and time spent in reconciliations and assist in enhancement system testing._ **_JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:_** _Ensure deep knowledge within the team related to cost of personnel domain_ _Performing detailed reviews of headcount and staff costs with HR partners and business_ _Execute planning and forecasting of personnel cost of P&L and provide commentaries for on the variances/drivers v prior forecast / budget / PY to stakeholders_ _Supporting month end close process to FP&A perspective with variance analysis focusing in personnel cost._ _Monitor actuals utilization_ _vs_ _budget/ PY and provide required commentary on key variances_ _Perform ad hoc in-depth analysis per request not covered in monthly or quarterly reports_ _Implement and maintaining standard FP&A processes within the personnel cost to ensure effectiveness and efficiency of these processes_ _Work proactively together with the Business Partners in the area of personnel costs (system implementations, standard process design, development of required reporting)_ **_JOB QUALIFICATION STANDARDS_** **_Work Experience_** _4+ years previous experience in a finance, accounting or auditing environment a plus._ _FP&A and/or entertainment industry experience strongly preferred._ _Business analyst or financial analyst experience a plus._ _Public or private audit and/or consulting experience a plus._ _Experience with system implementations and testing a plus._ _Experience in a large corporate environment a plus._ _Evidence of progressive responsibilities and contextualization of understanding._ _Education, Professional Training, Technical Training or Certification_ _High School diploma or equivalent required._ _Bachelor’s degree required. (Finance, Accounting, Economics, preferred)_ **_Knowledge/Skills_** _Strong to expert competency with MS Excel and Word, and PowerPoint required._ _SAP experience preferred._ _Adaptive experience_ _is a plus_ _._ _Other Requirements_ _Must have strong mathematical and financial skills._ _Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills._ _Must have strong analytical, planning and organizational skills._ _Must be detail oriented._ _Must be able to adapt and learn new technology._ _Solution oriented individual who can work in a dynamic, fast paced, high volume environment and think outside of the box._ _Must be able to understand and communicate with HR, financial and executive personnel._ _Must be able to manage multiple tasks effectively, efficiently, with flexibility to changing priorities._ _Must be a team player with high-level of interpersonal skills and customer-focus._ _Must be able to maintain confidentiality._ _Must be a quick learner who is results oriented._ _Must be able to work independently and meet deadlines._ **How We Get Things Done…** This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview. **Championing Inclusion at WBD** Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, union status, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability or any other category protected by law. 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