Senior Financial Analyst, Accounting & Reporting (UP&E)

Job title:

Senior Financial Analyst, Accounting & Reporting (UP&E)

Company

NBCUniversal

Job description

Company DescriptionWe create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company (‘SpinCo’) comprised of most of NBCUniversal’s cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our initiatives, coupled with our work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we’ll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.Job DescriptionAs a key member of the Universal Products and Experiences (UP&E) Controllership team, the Senior Financial Analyst, Accounting & Reporting (SFA) will be part of the revenue accounting team responsible for accounting processes, controls, systems, and reporting across UP&E (Consumer Products, Digital Games, and Franchise Management). This position requires close interaction with other divisions and senior management, reporting directly to the Senior Manager, Accounting & Reporting. The SFA role exists within a fast paced environment having the opportunity for growth within the company.This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the of the Careers website.Salary range: $70,000 – $95,000Job Duties:

• Key contributor for the monthly and quarter close processes around revenue and related accounts including the preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, roll forwards, and investigating variances to prior periods.
• Participate in the preparation of monthly and quarterly reporting packages, and opportunity to present results to Finance and Accounting leadership including UP&E CFO and Controller, Universal Destinations and Experiences (UDX) Controller, and NBCUniversal Corporate Financial Reporting.
• Participate in the overall management of RightsLogic (RSG), UP&E’s licensing subledger system in collaboration with the Contracts Operations team.
• Participate in the management of offshore accounting resources and review work product.
• Partner with Virtual Workforce team to use automation tools (robots, machine learning, AI) to automate accounting processes.
• Act as a liaison with other departments within UP&E, including Controllership counterparts around the world, FP&A, IT, and Contract Operations as well as other NBCUniversal teams including the UDX Controllership team.
• Provide audit support to the Financial Contract Administration & Reporting team related to Participant Audits.
• Generate key metric driven analytical reports for Management.
• Partner with Finance to ensure companywide financial goals and objectives are being met timely and efficiently.
• Participate in ad hoc projects and perform accounting research as needed.
• Remain current on new and emerging US GAAP guidance, trends and techniques as well as new contractual and operational arrangements to ensure that UP&E’s revenue recognition policies remain current and accurate.

QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in, Accounting or closely related field
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in Auditing and or Accounting
• High Proficiency in Microsoft Word & Excel
• CPA or on path to obtaining CPA License preferred

Desired Characteristics:

• Big Four Audit experience
• Proficient in SAP a plus
• Revenue Recognition/ASC 606
• Exhibit strong analytical, technical and research skills
• Team player with good interpersonal skills
• Inquisitive and eager to learn
• Proactive approach to problem solving
• Strong work ethic and follow-through

Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.Additional InformationAs part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal’s policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to .

Expected salary

$70000 – 95000 per year

Location

Universal City, CA

Job date

Sun, 02 Mar 2025 06:23:02 GMT

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