Storytelling is, and will always be, the heart of what we do at Skydance. Our vision is to build a thriving entertainment ecosystem where stories and worlds are imagined, brought to life and experienced. We create for every age and audience, anchored by the strength of our content and experiences and the depth of our connection with fans. We are creator-first, audience-focused, tech-forward, globally scaled. Here, you’ll work with talented teams that move fast, think boldly and collaborate with purpose to deliver results. We aim high, champion the best ideas and win together, earning the trust of our employees, creators, partners and audiences every day. If you’re energized by the opportunity to help build the next-generation global media and entertainment company powered by creativity and technology, we’d be thrilled to welcome you aboard. LET’S GO! ㅤ The Associate, Record to Report (RTR) for Controllership will support RTR accounting and controllership activities for assigned Warner Bros. Discovery entities and business areas. This role will be based in Hyderabad and will report directly to the Manager RTR. The role is responsible for accurate and timely month-end, quarter-end and annual close activities, journal entries, account reconciliations, variance analysis, financial reporting support, SOX documentation, audit support, and compliance with US GAAP and company accounting policies. The role will support transition, stabilization and scaling of RTR activities into the Hyderabad Accounting COE, while contributing to process standardization, simplification, automation and continuous improvement. The role requires a strong controllership mindset, sound technical accounting knowledge, analytical capability and ownership. The Associate is expected to independently execute assigned activities, perform detailed analysis and quality checks on assigned work, identify and resolve issues, support process knowledge sharing, and escalate material accounting, reporting or control matters to the Manager RTR in a timely manner. Your normal hours of work are 3:00 p.m. IST to 11:00 p.m. IST, Monday to Friday. However, due to business needs, you may be required to work outside these hours and on holidays for the proper performance of your role, subject to applicable laws and company policy. Your Role Accountabilities… Controllership, Close and Reporting · Perform and support RTR accounting and controllership activities for the assigned scope, ensuring completeness, accuracy and timely delivery. · Prepare month-end journal entries including accruals, prepaids, amortizations, reclasses and other standard or ad-hoc entries. · Prepare balance sheet reconciliations, investigate reconciling items and aging, and support timely resolution of open items. · Perform monthly and quarterly balance sheet and income statement variance analysis and provide clear explanations to controllership stakeholders. · Prepare and Support intercompany reconciliations, investigate out-of-balance items and coordinate timely resolution with WBD counterparts. · Ensure all assigned close activities are completed in accordance with the close calendar, accounting policies and reporting requirements. · Prepare and support financial reporting schedules, management reporting requirements and other close deliverables as assigned. Governance, Controls and Audit Readiness · Ensure accounting and reconciliation supporting documentation meets SOX standards and internal control requirements. · Execute assigned key controls, retain appropriate evidence and promptly escalate control exceptions or financial reporting risks. · Support internal and external audits, statutory requirements, walkthroughs, testing and information requests, and help drive timely closure of open items. Transition & Process (as per business needs) · Support transition, knowledge transfer and documentation of RTR activities moving into the Hyderabad Accounting COE. · Participate in training, shadowing, reverse-shadowing, testing and readiness activities to support smooth transitions and business continuity · Support process standardization and help update process documentation across RTR activities · Support SAP/ERP changes and use advanced Excel, Power BI and other available tools for analysis where needed. Team Collaboration, Knowledge Sharing and Support · Knowledge sharing and training support to team members and new joiners without direct people-management responsibility. · Support the Manager RTR in close coordination, issue tracking, backup coverage, prioritization and timely escalation of delivery risks. · Maintain up-to-date process knowledge and contribute to a collaborative, accountable and quality-focused team culture. · Perform other duties, special projects and ad-hoc activities requested by the Manager RTR or relevant stakeholders. Qualifications & Experience… Required · MBA, B.Com, CA Inter, CMA Inter, M.Com or equivalent relevant finance/accounting qualification required; CA, CPA or CMA qualification is an advantage. · 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a US GAAP environment. · Strong experience in RTR, month-end close, journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, variance analysis, financial reporting support, audit support and internal controls. · Minimum 1 year of experience in SAP FI/CO or equivalent; exposure to SAP ECC, SAP S/4HANA and BlackLine is preferred. · Experience working in transitions, transformation, process stabilization or migration activities. · Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions; working knowledge of Power BI is preferred. · Experience working in a multinational or multicultural matrix organization. · Strong analytical, problem-solving and issue-resolution skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and tight deadlines. · Very good written and verbal communication, interpersonal and stakeholder-management skills. · High attention to detail, ownership mindset and commitment to quality, compliance and timely delivery. · Able to work effectively across various time zones. Desired · Big 4 public accounting background and/or prior exposure to a captive Finance Shared Service Centre / Global Capability Center. · Experience in media, entertainment, studio, production, distribution or related industries. · Experience with finance transformation, automation, process standardization or system implementation initiatives. · Self-driven attitude with willingness to learn, grow and take on additional responsibilities. · Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and changing environment. Other Requirements · Required to be in the Hyderabad office three days a week after stabilization (specific days to be determined upon hire). About Skydance Skydance is a next-generation global media and entertainment company, comprised of three business segments: Studios, Direct-to-Consumer, and TV Media. Skydance's portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount, Warner Bros., HBO and HBO Max, Paramount+, Pluto TV, CBS, CNN, CBS Sports, TNT Sports, Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network, MTV, Food Network, BET, HGTV, and Comedy Central. Some Important Details We embrace 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. In line with the laws of the country or region in which the role is based, this includes consideration without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, religion or belief, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or protected veteran status, union status or any other category protected by applicable 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. Skydance is a next-generation global media and entertainment company, comprised of three business segments: Studios, Direct-to-Consumer, and TV Media. Skydance's portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount, Warner Bros., HBO and HBO Max, Paramount+, Pluto TV, CBS, CNN, CBS Sports, TNT Sports, Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network, MTV, Food Network, BET, HGTV, and Comedy Central.

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