Financial Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis

This is a Full Time Job

Financial Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis (Japan)

Location: Japan - Tokyo

WarnerMedia is a leading media and entertainment company that creates and distributes premium and popular content from a diverse array of talented storytellers and journalists to global audiences through its consumer brands including: HBO, HBO Max, Warner Bros., TNT, TBS, truTV, CNN, DC Entertainment, New Line, Cartoon Network, Adult Swim, Turner Classic Movies and others.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:
Financial analyst position responsible for performing various financial planning and analysis related tasks. Tasks include, but not limited to, data compilation / input / verification, performing budgeting and forecasting exercise and reporting, providing financial analysis, and coordinating with business operation teams for financial matters. The position works closely with other members of Financial Planning & Analysis (''FP&A'') and interacts with various business team members.
This role will be a key asset in the future growth of the company, and is expected to become a core resource to lead the FP&A group. This individual will be spear-heading the Company's financial quarterly forecast, annual budgeting process, operating plan variance analysis and various ad-hoc management requirements.

JOB DESCRIPTION:
• Prepare Budget and Rolling Forecast for responsible business units and departments by coordinating with business groups such as Sales / Marketing
• Prepare various financial reporting for business units and management
• Perform ad-hoc financial analysis and forecast based on management's request
• Co-ordinate financial tasks between in-country team and US/International finance group
• Compile and maintain various financial data for submission and systematic loading
• Improve job processes for efficiency and quality enhancement
• Participate in ad-hoc projects/duties as deemed appropriate
• Support and involve in team building and team development initiatives

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Education

• BA/BS degree or equivalent required, majored in related fields (business / economics / accounting) is a plus
• USCPA or equivalent is a plus

Work Experience
• Minimum 3 year work experience (5 year work experience and 3 year FP&A or equivalent experience preferred)

Technical Knowledge/Skills
• Japanese - Native / English - Business level or above (proficient in written and spoken English)
• Mastery of PowerPoint and Excel skills
• Prior experience in Entertainment, Media, Internet industries or professional firms is a plus
• Experience in SAP or similar ERP systems, is a plus
• Interpersonal and Other Skills
• Passionate about media and entertainment with a voracious appetite for industry news
• Strong interpersonal communication skill and team-play mindset
• The Perks
• Exclusive WarnerMedia events and advance screenings
• Paid time off every year to volunteer for eligible employees
• Access to well-being tools, resources, and freebies
• Access to in-house learning and development resources
• Part of the WarnerMedia family of powerhouse brands

Warner Media, LLC and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.