Warner Bros. Discovery
Sr. Accountant, Financial Reporting
Warner Bros. Discovery, Knoxville, Tennessee, United States, 37955
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.
Your New Role
The Sr. Accountant, Consolidated Financial Reporting will focus on various consolidation activities, internal and external financial reporting, review and analysis of WBD's financial results for inclusion in the Company's quarterly and annual SEC filings, ensuring results are in compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations. This position will play a key role in ensuring the global consolidation and associated projects are successful and efficient.
Your Role Accountabilities
Assist with the preparation of specific schedules included in the company's SEC filings, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, Registration statements, 8-K, Proxy statement, and others.
Assist with the preparation of disclosures in compliance with applicable U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations.
Ensures applicable SOX controls are operating effectively. Provide timely submission of requested audit documentation.
Assist with the preparation WBD's consolidated flux explanations for quarterly flux reviews.
Prepare top-side consolidation journal entries as necessary, review and reconcile consolidation adjusting entries.
Participate in other key projects and initiatives impacting consolidations and financial reporting and ad hoc reporting and analysis as needed.
Qualifications & Experience
3 - 5 years of experience in accounting and/or finance
Experience with SAP/BW or other large ERP systems
Extensive experience with Excel, including complex formulas, pivot tables, vlookups, macros Financial reporting experience or external audit experience with a SEC registrant is strongly preferred
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
CPA or CPA eligible preferred
Knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Strong critical thinking and analytical skills
Strong oral and written communication skills
Detail oriented self-starter with the ability to multi-task and prioritize to meet routine and non-routine deadlines
High degree of motivation to deliver a quality product
Initiative and willingness to take on additional responsibilities
Strong organizational skills
Competent in preparing presentation quality documents and executive level summaries
High emphasis on teamwork, collaboration, data analysis, and process innovation
Team player who embraces change
Additional Information
On June 9, 2025, Warner Bros. Discovery announced plans to separate into two publicly traded companies, Warner Bros. and Discovery Global, with an expected completion in mid-2026. For more details, including leadership appointments and information on individual brands, please visit our newsroom here (https://www.wbd.com/news/warner-bros-discovery-announces-post-separation-company-names-and-leadership-appointments) .
Although you will be hired by Warner Bros. Discovery, upon the planned separation in 2026, your employment likely will transition to Warner Bros. Company or transition to Discovery Global. During this period of transformation, you'll have an exciting opportunity to lay the foundation at one of the world's premier entertainment brands.
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, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.
If you're a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page (https://careers.wbd.com/global/en/accessibility) for instructions to submit your request.
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.
Your New Role
The Sr. Accountant, Consolidated Financial Reporting will focus on various consolidation activities, internal and external financial reporting, review and analysis of WBD's financial results for inclusion in the Company's quarterly and annual SEC filings, ensuring results are in compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations. This position will play a key role in ensuring the global consolidation and associated projects are successful and efficient.
Your Role Accountabilities
Assist with the preparation of specific schedules included in the company's SEC filings, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, Registration statements, 8-K, Proxy statement, and others.
Assist with the preparation of disclosures in compliance with applicable U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations.
Ensures applicable SOX controls are operating effectively. Provide timely submission of requested audit documentation.
Assist with the preparation WBD's consolidated flux explanations for quarterly flux reviews.
Prepare top-side consolidation journal entries as necessary, review and reconcile consolidation adjusting entries.
Participate in other key projects and initiatives impacting consolidations and financial reporting and ad hoc reporting and analysis as needed.
Qualifications & Experience
3 - 5 years of experience in accounting and/or finance
Experience with SAP/BW or other large ERP systems
Extensive experience with Excel, including complex formulas, pivot tables, vlookups, macros Financial reporting experience or external audit experience with a SEC registrant is strongly preferred
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
CPA or CPA eligible preferred
Knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Strong critical thinking and analytical skills
Strong oral and written communication skills
Detail oriented self-starter with the ability to multi-task and prioritize to meet routine and non-routine deadlines
High degree of motivation to deliver a quality product
Initiative and willingness to take on additional responsibilities
Strong organizational skills
Competent in preparing presentation quality documents and executive level summaries
High emphasis on teamwork, collaboration, data analysis, and process innovation
Team player who embraces change
Additional Information
On June 9, 2025, Warner Bros. Discovery announced plans to separate into two publicly traded companies, Warner Bros. and Discovery Global, with an expected completion in mid-2026. For more details, including leadership appointments and information on individual brands, please visit our newsroom here (https://www.wbd.com/news/warner-bros-discovery-announces-post-separation-company-names-and-leadership-appointments) .
Although you will be hired by Warner Bros. Discovery, upon the planned separation in 2026, your employment likely will transition to Warner Bros. Company or transition to Discovery Global. During this period of transformation, you'll have an exciting opportunity to lay the foundation at one of the world's premier entertainment brands.
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, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.
If you're a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page (https://careers.wbd.com/global/en/accessibility) for instructions to submit your request.