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Director, Technical Accounting - Direct to Consumer
Director, Technical Accounting - Direct to Consumer-October 2024
Chevy Chase
Oct 28, 2025
ABOUT WARNER BROS. DISCOVERY
Warner Bros. Discovery is a premier, global entertainment company focused on offering the most dynamic media & streaming experience in the world.
10,000+ employees
Technology, Engineering
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About Director, Technical Accounting - Direct to Consumer

  Every great story has a new beginning, and yours starts here.

  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 Director, Technical Accounting - Streaming will be responsible for the company's Direct to Consumer accounting assessments and policies, including production and distribution of content, direct-to-consumer and wholesale revenue distribution, DTC operations, and other related activities. This individual should be comfortable working directly with the company's senior management and the external auditors.

  Your Role Accountabilities

  Establish, develop, and document the company's global accounting policiesBe the accounting subject matter expert for specific accounting topics across WBDAssess, conclude on, and document accounting treatment for transactions as well as contracts review and assessmentAdvise, guide, and monitor peers as it relates to compliant accounting behaviorLead accounting and accounting-related projects (e.g., implementation of new accounting standards, business and M&A projects)Create presentations and present them to senior managementWork directly with the external auditors on accounting positions and external filingsCoordinate work activities with other company leaders around the worldOther duties and responsibilities as needed

  Qualifications & Experience

  BS/BA in a related discipline from an accredited institutionMinimum of 10 years of experience and a strong understanding of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP) and IFRS requirements Minimum of 3 years of experience in a supervisory/leadership role Mix of public accounting and public company experience CPA required Experience in financial reporting and/or technical accounting of an SEC registrant Experience working directly with external auditors to resolve complex accounting and reporting issues Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong executive presence Attention to detail, accuracy, and strong organizational skills Capacity to juggle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment Ability to meet deadlines under pressure Must be able to work collaboratively with cross-functional team members at all levels Experience implementing best practices that require significant innovation for improving processes by applying an advanced understanding of complex functional/technical and business issues and challenges

  Ability to anticipate resource requirements and to make adjustments based on emerging issues and priorities

  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.

  The Legal Bits...

  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 and you require adjustments or accommodations to search for a job opening or apply for a position, please contact us at [email protected].

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