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　　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...

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　　This role is responsible to support the delivery across WBD - Studio/Network of all statutory, audit, outsourced accounting and compliance matters for Network Japan/ Studio Korea.

　　General Accounting

　　Period Close Deliverables and ReportingClose calendar / Monthly P&L and Balance Sheet review and provision of variance analysis for month end resultsSupport in timely completion of month end deliverables relating to divisional responsibilitiesCoordination of all Network Japan/ Studio Korea based treasury related functionsLiaise with US-based treasury team and provision of information in response to requestsRegular review and management of cash balances and accounts / facilities. This includes responsible for IC reconciliations and funds settlementProvide support to maintain effective internal control environment ensuring controls are compliant with various territory requirements and WBD SOX policySupport Sr. Manager and oversee accuracy of balance sheet reporting activity including review of balance sheet reconciliations and quarterly balance sheet footnote disclosures; conduct periodic balance sheet review updates with Finance partnersSupport Sr. Manager and perform ad hoc analysis for APAC Studio/ Network leadership and APAC CFO/Finance teams as well as working with different departments and handle queries within the organizationHandling System report issues in co-ordination with technical team and highlight system issue to managementAccurately handling reporting requests/questions received from various stakeholdersCoordinate with other team members to reconcile identified variance, adjustments to be madeAssist in various global/ department initiatives, such as system migration and Account Reconciliation HarmonizationWork closely with P2P/OTC and provide support as needed

　　Statutory Reporting

　　Support Statutory reporting across Network Japan/ Studio KoreaSupporting E&Y on preparation and drafting of statutory accounts for all local reporting entitiesSupport the strategy on an annual basis to deliver all statutory requirements by various timelines, utilizing a combination of internal and outsourced accounting resources.Proactively manage internal audits and external filing process through on-going engagement and provide updates and escalation to Sr. ManagerSupport the annual statutory Financial Statement audits with PwC for various WBD legal entitiesSupport the coordination between auditors (PwC), Controllership and local outsourced accounting firms to maintain a calendar of deliverables and deadlines for WBD subsidiaries' local statutory reporting requirements.Review local intercompany invoices and service fee allocations for Global teamsEnsure all reporting is accurate and timely, and in line with company policies, best practices, and US/local GAAP.

　　Support Japan and Korea statutory reporting and complianceRegular interaction with offshore accounting groups in a matrixed organization

　　Essential:

　　CPA preferred or working towards to accounting qualificationStrong technical experience including experience of month end management accounting for revenue and costUS GAAP reporting and SOX experienceExperience of multi-site and multi-currency reportingMinimum -5-7 years of experience in accountingHigh level interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbalProficient to fluent in English

　　Desirable:

　　Familiar with finance applications/information systems e.g. SAP, Peoplesoft, OracleFamiliar with working with outsourced financial functions and outsource service providers

　　Attention to detailAbility to plan and prioritize workloads to meet deadlinesStrong analytical, strategic thinking and technical accounting skillsAbility to handle multiple tasksProactivity - display strong initiative and ability to identify and rectify issuesAbility to communicate effectively with all levels of personnelAble to work flexible hours, including possible overtime, when necessaryAble to organize and schedule work effectivelyService-oriented mindsetAbility to work well both independently and as part of a teamTeam player and adaptable to change

　　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, regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability or any other category protected by law.

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