Analyst FP&A

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As an FP&A Analyst, you will support financial planning and analysis activities for a business area within Warner Bros. Discovery. You will work closely with Finance Business Partners and key stakeholders to provide accurate, timely and insightful financial analysis, reporting and forecasting to support business decision-making.

This role offers an opportunity to contribute to financial planning processes, improve reporting and management information, and support broader finance transformation initiatives.

Your Role Accountabilities

• Support the month-end close process from an FP&A perspective, including variance analysis and review of financial performance.
• Perform detailed reviews of actual spend and financial results in partnership with Finance Business Partners and budget owners.
• Summarize key findings and provide insights to support business discussions and decision-making.
• Assist with monthly forecasting activities, including preparation of forecast submissions and updates to relevant financial systems.
• Support the annual budgeting and planning process, including preparation of templates and review of planning assumptions.
• Support financial analysis of key business initiatives, including the development and analysis of business cases.
• Develop actionable insights to help improve financial performance and business outcomes.
• Provide accurate, timely and relevant financial reporting and management information.
• Interpret and clearly communicate financial results, reports and analysis to relevant stakeholders.
• Continuously review and improve management reporting and information to enhance decision-making.
• Proactively identify trends, variances and opportunities through analysis of financial data.
• Support ad hoc financial analysis, reporting and governance activities as required.
• Maintain and improve processes supporting financial planning, forecasting and analysis activities.
• Contribute to finance transformation and continuous improvement initiatives as appropriate.

Qualifications & Experience

• 2+ years of relevant work experience, preferably within FP&A, financial analysis or a related finance function.
• Experience supporting budgeting and forecasting processes.
• General understanding of accounting and financial principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Experience with financial planning, reporting or business intelligence systems is preferred.
• Experience with tools such as EPM platforms (e.g., Hyperion, SAP BPC/SAC) and BI tools (e.g., Power BI) is a plus.
• Strong oral and written English communication skills.
• Proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interest in leveraging technology and data to improve financial processes and reporting.
• CIMA/ACCA qualification or progress toward a relevant professional qualification is desirable.