Production Finance Manager

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        The Production Finance Manager is responsible for providing production finance managerial support across motion picture productions throughout development, production, wrap, and post production. This role partners closely with freelance production accounting teams, production teams, corporate accounting, treasury, tax, and digital systems to ensure financial accuracy while supporting productions in a fast paced, deadline driven environment.Your Role AccountabilitiesProduction Financial Management Provide end‑to‑end managerial production finance support for assigned productions from development through final costEnsure compliance with studio financial policies, SOX controls, and audit requirementsServe as a primary escalation point for production finance issues and risk mitigationPartner with Centers of Excellence (Tax, Treasury, Digital Systems, Payroll) to ensure aligned executionBanking, Cash & Treasury ManagementOversee production bank account setup, maintenance, reconciliation, and closure (US)Review and maintain payment approval workflows and authorized signatoriesEnsure timely bank reconciliations, statement reviews, and proper digital filingManage lockbox deposits, wire access, and funding confirmations as requiredOversee Cashet / Cashet Pay setup, approvals, and ongoing account maintenanceCost Reporting & Cash FlowReview weekly, monthly, and quarterly cost reports for accuracy and completenessValidate trial balances, ETCs, variances, and supporting documentationEnsure cost report totals are properly “tick‑and‑tied” to system‑generated reportsReview and monitor cash flow submissions and funding needs against cost reportsSAP & Financial SystemsOversee SAP invoice processing, coding accuracy, approvals, and timely paymentsReview SAP reconciliations each period to ensure completeness, accuracy, and proper approvalMonitor CTD reports and pending transactions; escalate issues as neededEnsure financial records are properly filed and maintained for audit readinessCoordinate A/R setup, recharges, and journal entries as requiredDigital Systems & Access ControlsManage provisioning and deprovisioning of production accounting staff system access with digital systemsPerform quality control checks to ensure proper segregation of dutiesOversee access to production systems (e.g., Cashet, Smart Accounting, Smart PO, SmartTime, SharePoint, BOX)Ensure workflows and approvals remain compliant throughout the production lifecycleDevelopment & Payroll Oversight (US)Oversee payroll processing for development projectsReview payroll coding, approvals, and posting reports for accuracyCoordinate SAP journal entries related to payroll and development costsEnsure development accounts remain compliant with studio standardsPost‑Production & WrapCoordinate pre‑wrap and wrap meetings with production and post teamsEnsure final reports, filings, and reconciliations are complete and accurateOversee return of production funds and closure of financial accountsSupport audit readiness through final compliance checksQualifications & ExperienceMinimum 3+ years relevant and/or previous work experience in production finance or production accounting (preferred, not required)Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related fieldAbility to manage multiple productions and deadlines simultaneouslyStrong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skillsExcellent communication skills with the ability to partner effectively with creative and financial teamsExperience working in a studio or large‑scale production environmentAdvanced Excel and financial reporting skillsExperience driving process improvement or automation initiativesKey CompetenciesFinancial accuracy and attention to detailProduction‑facing collaborationRisk identification and escalationSystems and workflow disciplineContinuous improvement orientationHow 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 WBDWarner 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, 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.If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery’s total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $83,300.00 - $154,700.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation.If you’re a qualified candidate with an arrest or conviction record, please know that your application will be considered in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.