What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Director Finance, WMX position at Warner Music Group?
Job Description:
At Warner Music Group, we’re a global collective of music makers an
music lovers, tech innovators and inspired entrepreneurs, game-changing
creatives and passionate team members. Here, we turn dreams into
stardom and audiences into fans. We are guided by three core values that
underpin everything we do across all our diverse businesses:
behind creativity and ingenuity. It fuels innovation, and innovation is
the key to our future.
great song, travels globally. We ignite passions and build connections
across our diverse community of artists, songwriters, partners, and
fans.
committed to keeping the faith, acting with integrity, and delivering on
our promises.
We remain committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We know it fosters a culture where you can truly belong, contribute, and grow. We encourage
applications from people of any age, gender identity, sexual orientation,
Race, Religion, Ethnicity, Disability, Veteran Status, And Any Other
characteristic or identity.
Consider a career at WMG and get the best of both worlds – an innovative
global music company that retains the creative spirit of a nimble independent.
Job Title: Associate Director Finance, WMX
A little bit about our team:
The WMX Finance department leads the financials for WMX US and Europe, EMP, Songkick, and Warner Music Group Artist Services and leads interdepartmental teams to significantly improve revenue flow and drive business outcomes.
Your role:
You will support the CFO, WMX to plan and complete the financial strategy across the divisions of WMX and the company as it relates to the consolidation of the financials, handling budgets, forecasts and other business targets, and the standardization and governance of financial policies and procedures.
Here you’ll get to
As the home to 10K Projects, Asylum, Atlantic Music Group, East West, FFRR, Fueled by Ramen, Nonesuch, Parlophone, Rhino, Roadrunner, Sire, Warner Records, Warner Classics, and several other of the world’s premier recording labels, Warner Music Group champions emerging artists and global superstars alike. And our renowned publishing company, Warner Chappell Music, represents genre-spanning songwriters and producers through a catalogue of more than one million copyrights worldwide. Warner Music Group is also home to ADA, which supports the independent community, as well as artist
services division WMX. In addition, WMG counts film and television storytelling powerhouse Warner Music Entertainment among its many brands.
Together, we are Warner Music Group: Independent Minds. Major Sound.
Love this job and want to apply?
Click the “Apply” link at the top of the page, or apply directly with you
LinkedIn. Applying with LinkedIn will import all of the information you put in your profile, but will still allow you to upload a resume and cover letter.
Don’t be discouraged if you don’t hear from us right away. We’re taking
time to review all resumes, and to find the best people for WMG.
Thanks for your interest in working for WMG. We love it here, and think you will, too.
Salary Range
Annually
Salary ranges are included for job postings where required by law. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as work experience and business needs. The pay range is subject to change at any time dependent on a variety of internal and external factors.
WMG is committed to inclusion and diversity in all aspects of our business. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and will evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, marital status, medical condition as defined by state law (genetic characteristics or cancer), physical or mental disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Copyright © 2023 Warner Music Inc.
Links to relevant documents:
2024 Benefits At A Glance final.pdf
EVerify Participation Poster.pdf
Right To Work .pdf
At Warner Music Group, we’re a global collective of music makers an
music lovers, tech innovators and inspired entrepreneurs, game-changing
creatives and passionate team members. Here, we turn dreams into
stardom and audiences into fans. We are guided by three core values that
underpin everything we do across all our diverse businesses:
- Curiosity: We do our best work when we’re immersing ourselves in
behind creativity and ingenuity. It fuels innovation, and innovation is
the key to our future.
- Collaboration: Making music and bringing it to the world is all about
great song, travels globally. We ignite passions and build connections
across our diverse community of artists, songwriters, partners, and
fans.
- Commitment: We pursue excellence for our team and our talent.
committed to keeping the faith, acting with integrity, and delivering on
our promises.
We remain committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We know it fosters a culture where you can truly belong, contribute, and grow. We encourage
applications from people of any age, gender identity, sexual orientation,
Race, Religion, Ethnicity, Disability, Veteran Status, And Any Other
characteristic or identity.
Consider a career at WMG and get the best of both worlds – an innovative
global music company that retains the creative spirit of a nimble independent.
Job Title: Associate Director Finance, WMX
A little bit about our team:
The WMX Finance department leads the financials for WMX US and Europe, EMP, Songkick, and Warner Music Group Artist Services and leads interdepartmental teams to significantly improve revenue flow and drive business outcomes.
Your role:
You will support the CFO, WMX to plan and complete the financial strategy across the divisions of WMX and the company as it relates to the consolidation of the financials, handling budgets, forecasts and other business targets, and the standardization and governance of financial policies and procedures.
Here you’ll get to
- Prepares and looks after annual budgets and monthly forecasts with commentary of WMX financial results including variance analysis actuals vs budget; communicates results to departments heads; develops action plans to hit targets where needed.
- Creates and maintains management P&Ls as well as Global Recorded Music Supply Chain cost analytics to identify areas for margin improvements and efficiencies.
- Run the divisional Balance Sheet and Cashflow.
- Responsible for aggregating and data and schedules needed for corporate deliverables.
- Partners with divisions across WMXUS and WMXEU to provide consolidated results and analysis to CFO and corporate finance.
- Liaises with the operators and shared services finance to ensure all revenue, cash, purchase orders and invoices are entered, coded, processed and paid timely; handles new vendor set ups on behalf of the department.
- Provides analysis and consultation in developing new business opportunities and integrations; prepares projections and monitors activity to help drive performance.
- Advises on contract negotiations from a financial impact perspective; including distribution and vendor deals.
- Engages on finance transformation initiatives; builds and be responsible for business processes that will streamline dataflow for maximum efficiency and effectiveness and ensure successful execution of business plans.
- Consistently identifies improvements through replicating standard methodologies, creative and innovative solutions, and setting goals and objectives together.
- Runs financial controls and risk management procedures; recommend data flow and controls improvement
- Proactively develops ad hoc reporting and analytics to provide beneficial insights to management
- Represent WMX in finance transformation programs
- Strong oral and written communication skills including the ability to work with contacts are at all levels of the organizations
- Proven track record to enhance operational efficiency and provide excellent customer service.
- Proficient knowledge of GAAP and related financial reporting requirements and standards
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to build alignment for initiatives and programs
- A "" or equivalent experience in Accounting or Finance from an accredited college or university is required.
- 7 years of accounting or finance experience
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalency preferred
- Proven experience a plus
As the home to 10K Projects, Asylum, Atlantic Music Group, East West, FFRR, Fueled by Ramen, Nonesuch, Parlophone, Rhino, Roadrunner, Sire, Warner Records, Warner Classics, and several other of the world’s premier recording labels, Warner Music Group champions emerging artists and global superstars alike. And our renowned publishing company, Warner Chappell Music, represents genre-spanning songwriters and producers through a catalogue of more than one million copyrights worldwide. Warner Music Group is also home to ADA, which supports the independent community, as well as artist
services division WMX. In addition, WMG counts film and television storytelling powerhouse Warner Music Entertainment among its many brands.
Together, we are Warner Music Group: Independent Minds. Major Sound.
Love this job and want to apply?
Click the “Apply” link at the top of the page, or apply directly with you
LinkedIn. Applying with LinkedIn will import all of the information you put in your profile, but will still allow you to upload a resume and cover letter.
Don’t be discouraged if you don’t hear from us right away. We’re taking
time to review all resumes, and to find the best people for WMG.
Thanks for your interest in working for WMG. We love it here, and think you will, too.
Salary Range
Annually
Salary ranges are included for job postings where required by law. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as work experience and business needs. The pay range is subject to change at any time dependent on a variety of internal and external factors.
WMG is committed to inclusion and diversity in all aspects of our business. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and will evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, marital status, medical condition as defined by state law (genetic characteristics or cancer), physical or mental disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Copyright © 2023 Warner Music Inc.
Links to relevant documents:
2024 Benefits At A Glance final.pdf
EVerify Participation Poster.pdf
Right To Work .pdf
