Sr. Accountant

Warner Music Group; United States; Remote; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and innovative music company as a Senior Accountant, where your expertise in financial reporting and compliance will play a crucial role in supporting our diverse labels and artists. In this position, you will manage advanced accounting activities, ensuring accuracy and adherence to GAAP while collaborating with cross-functional teams. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a respected organization that values creativity and teamwork. If you are detail-oriented and passionate about the music industry, we invite you to apply and be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to fostering talent and innovation.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in Shared Service or Corporate Accounting.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, able to multitask under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly financial reporting and analysis for US business units.
• Ensure SOX compliance and assist with audit documentation.

Skills

Financial Reporting

GAAP Compliance

Accounting Software (SAP)

Audit Experience

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA Certification

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Description:

At Warner Music Group, we’re a global collective of music makers and music lovers, tech innovators, entrepreneurs, creatives, and passionate team members. We turn dreams into stardom and audiences into fans. Our core values guiding us are:

1. Curiosity: We excel when immersing ourselves in culture and breaking barriers. Curiosity drives creativity, ingenuity, and innovation, which are key to our future.
2. Collaboration: Making music and sharing it globally relies on teamwork. We build connections within our diverse community of artists, songwriters, partners, and fans.
3. Commitment: We pursue excellence with integrity, faith, and dedication, embracing the unknown and delivering on our promises.

We are committed to creating a respectful and inclusive work environment, valuing diverse backgrounds and experiences. Consider a career at WMG and enjoy the advantages of an innovative, global music company with the spirit of a nimble independent.

Job Title: Sr. Accountant

About our team:

Warner Music’s Center of Excellence supports our US Recorded Music and Publishing businesses with financial, legal, and administrative services. Located in Nashville, our team embodies entrepreneurial spirit and artist-focused innovation, providing opportunities for skill development through cross-functional collaboration.

Your role:

The Senior Accountant manages advanced accounting and reporting activities for a specific label or affiliate, including:

• Performing monthly/quarterly financial reporting and analysis for US business units
• Managing the monthly close process, including journal entries and sub-ledger monitoring
• Handling accounting related to artist and copyright royalty expenses, ensuring compliance with GAAP
• Reviewing staff tasks and journal preparations
• Ensuring SOX compliance and assisting with audit documentation
• Maintaining relationships with finance teams across divisions
• Performing cross-departmental responsibilities as needed

About you:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
• 3-5 years experience in Shared Service, Corporate Accounting, or Big 4 CPA firm
• CPA certification

Preferred qualifications:

• Knowledge of SAP
• Experience in a Shared Services and SOX environment
• Audit experience, flux analysis, SEC reporting, fixed asset accounting
• Music industry experience is a plus
• Strong work ethic, proactive, detail-oriented, able to multitask and prioritize under pressure

About us:

Warner Music Group encompasses numerous labels and a prolific publishing company, representing a diverse array of artists and songwriters worldwide. We support emerging and established artists, fostering innovation and creativity across our brands including Warner Records, Warner Chappell Music, and others.

Join Warner Music Group: Independent Minds. Major Sound.

Interested in this role?

Click the “Apply” link or apply via LinkedIn to submit your application. We review all applications carefully and appreciate your interest.

Salary Range: $75,000 - $85,000 annually. Compensation depends on experience and business needs. WMG is committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment.

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