Senior Manager, SOX Internal Audit

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

Internal Audit (IA) and Advisory strengthens WBD's ability to create, protect, and sustain value by providing the board and management with independent, risk-based, value- added, objective assurance, advice, insight, and foresight. WBD Internal Audit's vision is to accelerate innovation, increase efficiency and effectiveness, and provide value-added assurance and advisory services while anticipating and mitigating risks. Our approach is designed to directly influence and drive change, facilitating the development of strategic relationships and bolstering the company's ability to anticipate and mitigate risks effectively.

We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Senior Manager, Internal Audit & SOX, who will take a leadership role in shaping the roadmap and strategy of our Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Compliance Program. This role will also support advisory projects, leveraging SOX process knowledge and trusted relationships to bring expertise and leading practices across WBD's operations.

In this vital role, you will serve as a process, risk, and internal control subject matter expert across designated organizations, business processes, and stakeholders.

To develop an effective internal audit project strategy and plan, you must understand the organization/process/business area's governance, risk management, and control processes. As a primary point of contact, you will maintain strong, productive relationships with peers and up through leadership across the organization, which is pivotal in driving the success of the stakeholder and Internal Audit teams. Key stakeholders include management, Compliance Teams, External Audit, and our SOX co- source partner.

Your advisory responsibilities will encompass leading project team(s) in strategizing, designing, and implementing comprehensive audits, reviews, analyses, and other related activities while confidently facilitating discussions and presenting outcomes to senior management. The successful candidate will be able to see the big picture and be willing to roll up their sleeves to get the job done. This role requires a strong understanding of accounting principles, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.

Your Role Accountabilities

• Manage SOX program execution from beginning to end, including the overall program roadmap and timing, walkthroughs, risk assessments, control testing, scoping, and program operations
• Manage the day-to-day activities of audit resources from co-sourcing partner, including onboarding, offboarding, and training
• Review relevant SOX documentation, including process narratives, flowcharts, and risk control matrices, to assess the design of the control environment and provide recommendations
• Demonstrate deep process knowledge to identify risk areas through formal and informal risk assessments and gap analyses
• Assess controls for changing processes and assist control owners in adapting to new environments, providing guidance focused on efficiency and process improvement
• Communicate audit findings timely and collaborate with process owners to develop recommendations to remediate control deficiencies
• Collaborate with external auditors to create synergies across the SOX program
• Provide guidance and training to key stakeholders on SOX compliance, internal control best practices, and WBD processes
• Develop new internal audit processes and continuously enhance operations, including the design and testing of audit tool enhancements
• Identify and maintain leading-edge knowledge and audit techniques to improve the audit and SOX process
• Lead audit and advisory projects with a strategic mindset, expertly distilling broad visions into detailed operational plans
• Be a change agent to lead and effect desired change throughout the organization
• Coach, train, and mentor audit staff
• Exemplify the highest degree of trust and integrity by continually upholding the principles of the internal audit profession and the Global Internal Audit Standards

Qualifications & Experience

• 9+ years of experience in public accounting, consulting, multinational corporate environment, Internal Audit, External Audit, IT, or related field
• Experience with US GAAP/IFRS
• Strong knowledge of SOX requirements and internal control frameworks
• Desire to work in a fast-paced environment where you can impact and influence change
• Previous experience managing a company's SOX program
• Experience integrating internal control programs following a merger or acquisition
• Foundational competency in IT processes and domains, such as automated/application controls, IT general controls (including as access security, computer operations, and change management), and cyber risk
• Strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills and the ability to understand complex subject matter
• Fluent English, excellent communication skills both orally and written, and strong interpersonal skills
• Strong planning and organization skills, with the ability to be agile and manage large complex projects and synthesize information into executive presentations
• Self-starter who can work independently, spearhead projects, and manage multiple priorities
• Project management experience and ability to manage teams
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative, team-oriented environment
• Experience working with business partners to understand, assess, evaluate, design, and test control environment
• Continuous improvement mindset and focus on automation opportunities to drive efficiencies and reduce costs
• SAP knowledge preferred
• Bachelor's degree or MBA in Accounting, IT, Finance, Business, or related field
• Professional certification preferred such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information System Auditor (CISA), Certified Fraud Examiner
• Position may require domestic/international travel
• Hybrid work position 3 days per week in office
• Understanding of the media & entertainment industry

How 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 WBD

Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. 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: $109,900.00 - $204,100.00 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.

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