Senior Revenue Accountant, EMEA Networks

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Job Position(s): Senior Revenue Accountant, EMEA Networks
Project Type: Various Projects
Job Date: Full Time
Compensation: Paid - Salary
Union Status: Non-Union

 

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…

As a key contributor to the Warner Bros. Discovery Revenue Accounting team, you will report to the Revenue Accounting Manager and support the revenue accounting function across WBD EMEA Networks.

The Revenue Accounting Team is responsible for all aspects of revenue accounting for the EMEA region, including standard and non-standard deals. Acting as one team, our goal is to deliver effective, holistic, and compliant revenue accounting services to meet the needs of both global WBD Management and external stakeholders.

In this role, you’ll apply your strong understanding of IFRS and US GAAP to ensure accurate revenue recognition. You’ll manage the end-to-end process—from contract analysis to preparing and reviewing adjustments—and play a key role in improving processes and driving results.

What’s in it for you?

  • Contract of employment

  • Hybrid work model (3 days from the office/week)

  • Benefits package: private medical care, life and accident insurance, MyBenefit cafeteria platform, sports card, social fund, retirement pension plan, Employee Referral Program

  • Free access to the HBO Max platform

  • Work-life balance initiatives: well-being platform, yoga, massages, educational webinars, Employee Support Program, film screenings organized by employees in the office cinema

  • Training and development: training platform, co-financing of English lessons, Employee Resource Groups, Engagement Club – the opportunity to develop your interests in thematic employee groups, online meetings with experts

  • CSR activities: volunteering, ecological and social initiatives

  • Access to parking spaces

Your Role Accountabilities…

  • Analyze contracts, propose guidance to determine proper revenue recognition in line with regulations and company policies.

  • Prepare monthly revenue accrual calculations, entries to the general ledger and balance sheet account reconciliations to ensure accuracy.

  • Calculate and maintain the Current Expected Credit Loss (CECL) reserve, including data analysis, modeling inputs, and coordination with relevant stakeholders.

  • Propose improvements and automation of daily/monthly standard tasks in revenue (accounting) processes and workflows.

  • Assist in internal and external audit work (Sox testing, maintenance and updating of internal controls, Financial Compliance processes).

  • Prepare periodical management reports, BS Flux and SEC schedules including applicable regular revenue-related analyses and metrics as well as ad hoc reporting.

  • Initiate cross department meetings, prepare agendas, document and track action items. Escalate issues as appropriate.

  • Perform special or routine projects, generate ad hoc analysis or duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience…

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting or finance

  • Proven experience in accounting within an international environment, preferably with a focus on revenue recognition

  • BIG4 experience is an advantage

  • ACCA, CPA, or local equivalent certification is a plus

  • Strong understanding of IFRS and/or US GAAP, especially revenue recognition standards

  • Excellent analytical skills and critical thinking

  • Fluent in English (written and spoken)

  • Proficiency in MS Excel; SAP experience is a strong plus

#LI-Hybrid

Hybrid Working – This role is advertised as a Hybrid work model, that combines remote and in-office work, following our current company policy and to be agreed with your Line Manager. Subject to any applicable laws, WBD / your Line Manager reserves the right to change this working agreement where this is essential to business needs and upon reasonable notice to you.

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, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability or any other category protected by law.

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