Sr Production Finance Accountant

**_Welcome to Warner Bros. Discoverythe 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 nextFrom 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 Production Finance Accountant is responsible for handling the accounting on television productions in prep and post. This role will provide you with an opportunity to learn about various aspects of the entertainment industry, as well as an opportunity to join a team that is committed to ongoing process improvement and individual development.**Your Role Accountabilities**:- Performs the processing of outgoing and incoming payments & statements, journal entries, petty cash, pcard, bank reconciliations, payroll and the preparation, analysis & submission of monthly/quarterly/yearly cost reporting and cash forecasting.- Reviews and approves accounts payable, journal entry, payroll and petty cash edits for posting.- Uses problem-solving skills to identify procedural inconsistencies and recommend process improvements that will ensure our procedures and data are compliant, effective, and secure.**Qualifications & Experience**- Accounting or Business Administration bachelor’s degree is required.- Experience with PSL, Smart Accounting, related third‐party accounting systems and MS Office preferred. Payroll knowledge is desirable.- Strategic and pragmatic with the ability to carry an idea through execution.- Strong planning, organization, and analytical skills.- Attention to detail and accuracy.- Results oriented mindset with a drive to achieve objectives.- Ability to interact professionally (written and verbal) with WBD management and staff and outside vendors.- Ability to work in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.- Ability to adapt to continuous changes.- Work as a Team player.- Proactive.- Entertainment industry experience is preferred.- Previous financial accounting experience required.- Cash flow experience preferred.- Previous experience presenting to various staff levels, leading meetings & training, etc.- Experience in a large corporate environment preferred.- Experience in a fast-paced, collaborative, team-oriented environment.- Must be fluent in English.- Experience in leading a team.- Fast learner and strong problem solver.- Production finance experience for Local Originals for Mexico: Movies, Scripted and Unscripted projects.- Close relations with third party production companies finance teams.II MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES- Please explain in specific detail the main responsibilities of this position. Explain not only _what_ is done, by _why_ it is done (and/or for whom). Also include examples and note tools or equipment used to accomplish the duty._- Monthly Cost Reporting, Cash Forecast and Trial Balance reconciliation 25%- Accounts Payable, Purchase Order, Journal Entry, Petty Cash and Pcard entry, processing, research and resolution 55%- Accounts Payable, Purchase Order, Journal Entry Petty Cash and Pcard audit and approve batches 10%- Schedule and lead Prep and Post Accounting turnover meetings 5%- Perform other duties as assigned 5%**How We Get Things Done****Championing Inclusion at WBD