Analyst, FP&A

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.

The Analyst, FP&A supports forecasting, reporting, budgeting, and financial analysis for the business. The role works closely with FP&A and business stakeholders to gather financial inputs, understand key performance drivers, analyze results, and provide insights that support business decision-making.

The analyst will develop a strong understanding of the business and its financial performance while supporting financial planning cycles, reporting requirements, and strategic initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare financial forecasts and reporting materials for business reviews and month-end reporting.
• Analyze actual results against forecasts, budgets, and prior-year performance and identify key variances and drivers.
• Support FP&A teams in the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts, and long-range financial plans.
• Assist in evaluating the financial impact of potential business and strategic decisions.
• Perform ad hoc financial analysis and respond to financial data requests as needed.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial information for finance and business stakeholders.
• Partner with FP&A and cross-functional teams to gather information, understand business trends, and support financial planning activities.
• Maintain and update financial models, reporting tools, and analytical files.
• Support the development and improvement of systems, tools, and processes used for forecasting and financial analysis.
• Identify opportunities to simplify and improve financial reporting and planning processes.
• Participate in meetings with finance and business partners to understand forecast assumptions, performance drivers, and financial results.
• Communicate financial findings and insights clearly to relevant stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in financial analysis, FP&A, forecasting, accounting, or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work accurately with large volumes of financial data and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with finance and cross-functional business partners.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Working knowledge of financial planning, reporting, and analysis processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and financial/data analysis tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the media, entertainment, consumer products, or related industries.
• Familiarity with FP&A processes, including budgeting and forecasting.
• Experience with financial reporting systems or business intelligence tools.
• Interest in strategic finance and business performance analysis.

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

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