[Remote] Sr. Analyst, Financial

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Warner Music Group is a global collective of music makers and innovators. They are seeking a highly autonomous finance professional to manage financial statements, ensure accuracy, and support various financial operations.ResponsibilitiesRun the preparation and analysis of sophisticated participation profit-share and distribution financial statementsLead fiscal month-end close tasks, including complex true-ups, reconciliations, and expense accrualsAct as the team’s primary “Variance Detective” and quality gatekeeperTranslate complex artist and label legal agreements into functional financial modelsCompile and analyze vast sets of transactional data to support statement reporting, budgets, and cash forecastsProactively investigate artist inquiries, data issues or audit claims with a focus on mitigating financial riskTake an active role in team development by guiding analysts, providing ongoing review feedback, and facilitating training sessions for new hiresBuild and maintain strong working relationships across the company—from label finance and legal teams to senior executivesContribute to the evolution of the department by identifying inefficiencies and implementing technology-driven solutionsSkillsBA/BS degree required (Accounting or Finance preferred)3-5 years of professional experience in a complex financial capacityAdvanced proficiency with MS ExcelSolid grasp of financial accounting principles and how they apply to P&L statements, reconciliations, fiscal close processes and internal controlsStrong problem-solving and analytical skillsProven track record of taking full ownership of your workSelf-driven, highly organized, and able to execute with accuracy and deliver under pressureAbility to distill complex financial information into clear, actionable insights for internal customersPossess the leadership traits necessary to mentor peersExperience in Music, Media, or Entertainment (specifically in Participations, Royalties or Audit)Proficiency with SAP S4 Hana, SAP Analysis for Office, BI and SharePointA natural technical curiosity, and digital innovation having leveraged Generative AI tools to automate manual workflows and drive efficiency in finance operationsProven success working in a fully remote, Shared Services environmentCompany OverviewWarner Music Group is a music company with the interests of recording and publishing music and artist services. It was founded in 1958, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.wmg.com.