Director, Accounting

Director RTR, Accounting

The Director of Accounting Operations leads Warner Music Group’s financial shared service organization, supporting the US Business Units in all accounting and cash‑management functions.

• Ensure effective financial internal controls; identify and remediate control gaps.
• Ensure accuracy of monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated statements by investigating and monitoring discrepancies and providing explanations.
• Lead and mentor a diverse team of accounting managers and analysts, both onshore and offshore, to prepare consolidated financial information and reports.
• Handle acquisition integration as needed.
• Lead special projects requested by business units and corporate.
• Provide excellent customer service and develop strong relationships with business unit finance organizations, including CFOs and VPs of Finance.
• Drive continuous process improvement projects that deliver timely results and cost savings.
• Facilitate and bridge gaps between Finance, Accounting, IT, Strategy, and Operations.
• Develop, recommend, and implement strategy for Financial Shared Services functions.
• Monitor and analyze monthly operating results against budget.
• Interact with internal and external auditors to resolve potential issues and new transactions; act as primary point of contact for oversight.
• Utilize Blackline to automate and monitor closing tasks and ensure compliance with leadership initiatives.
• Perform ad hoc analysis and projects as required.

• BA/BS in Accounting; a Master’s in Accounting is a plus.
• 8‑10 years of progressive accounting or controllership experience, including 3‑5 years in a Global Business Services (GBS) leadership role supporting CFO-level leadership.
• Strong inventory accounting experience and expertise.
• Revenue recognition experience (ASC 606/IFRS 15).
• Experience in a large, multinational company.
• Strong change‑leadership skills and creative strategic thinking.
• Deep understanding of Sarbanes‑Oxley compliance.
• Quantifiable achievements and a strong track record of success.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to influence and motivate external and internal stakeholders who are not direct reports.
• Team player able to collaborate across business units.
• Ability to prioritize and execute tasks under high pressure.
• Solid project management skills from idea to execution.
• Process‑first mindset, ensuring workflows and systems are clean.
• Demonstrated professional maturity and unwavering integrity.
• Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, cost control principles, including GAAP.
• CPA is a plus.

• SAP S4 Hana
• HFM familiarity
• Blackline experience

Salary Range: $140,000 to $160,000 Annually

Warner Music Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.