Director, Corporate Finance JV Management
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Director, Corporate Finance Jv Management

At Warner Music Group, we're a global collective of music makers and music lovers, tech innovators and inspired entrepreneurs, game-changing creatives and passionate team members. Here, we turn dreams into stardom and audiences into fans. We are guided by three core values that underpin everything we do across all our diverse businesses:

Curiosity: We do our best work when we're immersing ourselves in culture and breaking through barriers. Curiosity is the driving force behind creativity and ingenuity. It fuels innovation, and innovation is the key to our future.

Collaboration: Making music and bringing it to the world is all about the power of originality amplified by teamwork. A great idea, like a great song, travels globally. We ignite passions and build connections across our diverse community of artists, songwriters, partners, and fans.

Commitment: We pursue excellence for our team and our talent. Everything in music starts with a leap into the unknown, and we're committed to keeping the faith, acting with integrity, and delivering on our promises.

WMG is home to a wide range of artists, musicians, and songwriters that fuel our success. That is why we are committed to creating a work environment that actively values, appreciates, and respects everyone. We encourage applications from people with a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences.

Consider a career at WMG and get the best of both worlds an innovative global music company that retains the creative spirit of a nimble independent.

Job Title: Director, Corporate Finance Jv Management

A little bit about our team and the role:

The Director, Corporate Finance Jv Management will be a critical member of the finance team, responsible for all aspects of financial management, reporting, and compliance for the newly launched Jv between WMG and Bain Capital. The Jv seeks to acquire, own, and manage rights in recorded music and music publishing catalogs. This role requires a meticulous and strategic professional with a deep understanding of accounting, strong operational capabilities, and the ability to effectively communicate financial information to internal and external stakeholders.

Here, you'll get to:

• Oversee all daily accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash management, in coordination with the finance and accounting shares service team. Ensure accurate and timely processing of all financial transactions related to Jv activities (e.g., capital calls, distributions, investment purchases/sales, expenses, etc.)
• Prepare and review accurate and timely financial documents for the fund, including balance sheets, income statements, statements of cash flows, and statements of partners' capital, in accordance with relevant accounting standards
• Manage the preparation and delivery of comprehensive investor reports, including quarterly/annual financial documents, capital account statements, performance reports, and ad-hoc requests
• Collaborate with internal investment teams and third-party valuation firms on the valuation of fund investments, ensuring adherence to valuation policies and industry best practices
• Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors, coordinating the annual audit process, preparing audit schedules, and ensuring timely completion of audited financial documents
• Oversee the preparation and filing of all necessary tax returns for the fund and related entities, working closely with the internal WMG corporate tax team and external tax advisors
• Manage the fund's cash positions, banking relationships, and short-term liquidity, optimizing cash utilization and mitigating financial risks, working closely with the internal corporate treasury team
• Coordinate with internal audit to build and maintain robust internal controls over financial reporting to safeguard fund assets and ensure data integrity
• Lead the operational budget for the fund's management company, tracking expenses, and providing financial insights to management, working closely with the internal corporate development team

About you:

• Deep understanding of Jv operating structures, including waterfall calculations, capital calls, and distributions
• Strong knowledge of relevant accounting principles (US GAAP required)
• Tried experience with budgeting and financial reporting, including investor reporting and regulatory filings
• Demonstrated experience leading external audits and tax/treasury compliance
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with all levels of staff, investors, and external partners
• Ability to work independently, manage several priorities, and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment

We'd love it if you also had:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA designation is highly preferred
• Minimum of 6-8 years of experience in finance and accounting. Experience (3-4 years) in a controller or senior accounting role within an investment fund is also valuable
• Knowledge of music/media industry a strong plus

About us:

As the home to 10K Projects, Asylum, Atlantic Music Group, East West, FFRR, Fueled by Ramen, Nonesuch, Parlophone, Rhino, Roadrunner, Sire, Warner Records, Warner Classics, and several other of the world's premier recording labels, Warner Music Group champions emerging artists and global superstars alike. And our renowned publishing company, Warner Chappell Music, represents genre-spanning songwriters and producers through a catalog of more than one million copyrights worldwide. Warner Music Group is also home to ADA, which supports the independent community, as well as artist services division WMX. In addition, WMG counts film and television storytelling powerhouse Warner Music Entertainment among its many brands.

Together, we are Warner Music Group: Independent Minds. Major Sound.

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This position requires a minimum of four days per week in the office. We value in-office collaboration and believe it's essential for talent development and fostering strong working relationships.

Salary Range $160,000 to $170,000 Annually Salary ranges are included for job postings where required by law. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as work experience and business needs. The pay range is subject to change at any time dependent on a variety of internal and external factors. Warner Music Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.