Manager, Strategy, Business and Financial Planning
Company: Warner Media, LLC.
Location: Burbank
Posted on: March 16, 2023
Job Description:
Company OverviewEvery great story has a new beginning. We're
excited to announce that Discovery and WarnerMedia have combined to
become Warner Bros. Discovery. WBD is a premier global media and
entertainment company offering audiences the world's most
differentiated and complete portfolio of content, brands and
franchises across television, film, sports, news, streaming and
gaming. We're home to the world's best storytellers, creating
world-class products for consumers. From brilliant creatives to
technology trailblazers and beyond, join us as we step into the
next chapter.The JobThis role will support Warner Bros. Discovery
North America and Latin America Consumer Products with business
planning & insights, deal analysis, financial modeling, revenue and
expense forecasting, and preparation of executive presentations.The
Daily
- Provides support in analyzing and evaluating new business
opportunities and contract renewals, including financial modeling,
deal analysis, and preparation of materials for review with senior
leadership
- Work with commercial teams to develop financial estimates in
support of forecasts, budgets, and long-range plans
- Management of the quarterly business assessment addressing
retail and market trends, financial performance, emerging risks &
opportunities, and other business insights necessary to drive
effective management of the P&L.
- Provides business leaders with financial data and insights to
drive decision-making and enhanced understanding of the drivers of
profitability and revenue growth
- Works closely with other functional areas to (e.g. Global
Operations COE, Global Business Services, Legal) to streamline
processes and troubleshoot issues impacting financial reporting and
planning.
- Participates in divisional and company-wide professional
development efforts and supports development of more junior staff
across the WBD organization.The Essentials
- 5-10 years in FP&A, corporate development, strategic
planning, or management consulting
- Previous experience with media, entertainment, retail, or
consumer products industries preferred
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, or similar
field required
- MBA/CPA preferred
- Advanced Excel, Tableau, PowerPoint required
- Superior communication and presentation skills; must be able to
communicate effectively and tactfully with persons at all
levels
- Understanding of GAAP and familiarity with ASC 606
- High level of intellectual curiosity that sparks communication,
collaboration, and innovation; must have a willingness to look
beyond surface requirements.
- Ability to adapt and be agile amongst a changing environment
and to translate complex problems into solutions
- Willingness to collaborate with management and peers to advance
team and company goals
- High degree of emotional intelligence and ability to flourish
under pressure
- Detail-oriented, but also able to summarize complex ideas
succinctly and develop compelling narratives
- Able to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced
environment
- Willing to expand knowledge relating to industry drivers and
trendsCurrentWBD employees will be given preferential consideration
for this opportunity.Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the
opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our
society and the world around us. 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 need a reasonable accommodation in order to
apply for this position, please contact us at
recruitadmin@warnermedia.com.
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