Sr. Manager, Accounting

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the monthly close process including analysis, general ledger entries preparation and review, and reconciliation preparation and review
• Support recorded music label and/or publishing finance by answering questions and performing ad hoc requests
• Work with team to complete submission to corporate and review of related schedules submitted to Corporate and Labels in conjunction with the monthly/quarterly financials
• Liaise with internal and external auditors, and ensure compliance with SOX requirements including ownership of controls, drafting and updating process narratives, and maintenance of requirement documentation
• Maintain strong relationships with finance personnel of domestic as well as international affiliates/business units, internal/external auditors, 3rd party vendors, as well as other divisions within WMG
• Perform ad-hoc tasks and special projects as required
• Manage, coach, and develop a team of Assistant Managers, Senior Accountants and, Staff
• Opportunity to manage the integration of acquisitions into to the monthly close process
• Identify business areas needing process improvement and execute efficiencies in those areas

Qualification & Requirements

• Detail oriented and ability to work under pressure/tight deadlines
• Strong analytical skills in reviewing accounting transactions
• Strong leadership and organizational skills
• Excellent Excel/Microsoft Office skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills to interact with Label Finance, Corporate Finance, and other internal/external parties;
• Knowledge of SAP, Hyperion/HFM, and SharePoint database a plus.

We’d love it if you also had:

• BA/BS in Accounting/Finance required
• 7+ years of experience in accounting or financial audit, preferably with Big 4 and private industry
• Experience in a supervisory role
• Solid project management skills, from initial idea through execution
• CPA certification (active or inactive)
• Large, multinational company experience
• Financial shared service and/or outsourcing experience
• Driver of “change”, and thinks creatively and strategically
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and SEC reporting requirements and ability to research, interpret, and apply technical accounting guidance
• Strong understanding of Sarbanes-Oxley compliance and ability to scope, design, operate, and execute internal controls over financial reporting
• Proven track record of leading successful process improvement initiatives

Benefits

Warner Music Group offers a range of employee benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as life insurance, disability insurance, and mental health care. They also provide a 401k with a company match, flexible time off, and in-office work days. Some perks include free coffee and subsidized lunch.