Senior Financial Analyst, Controllership

Company Description

We 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.

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility 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 Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We develop, produce and market entertainment, news and information to a global market. Universal Pictures International is the international film division of Universal Filmed Entertainment Group, operating across 80+ territories.

The UPI Finance team play a key role in supporting the UPI Senior Management Team.  It oversees a complex, multinational network of owned operating companies, licensees and JV’s.  The team will partner closely with other HQ functions, all UPI operating companies and corporate groups based in London, Amsterdam and New York.

The UPI Finance team is committed to fostering development and engagement with all team members and to supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with our owned operating company finance teams on accounting related queries and drive process improvements and standardization across all territories
• Monthly and quarterly closing processes, including journal entry preparation and ownership for areas such as print cost, cash true-up, accruals, etc.
• Reporting processes such as preparing account reconciliations, consolidating and reviewing AR aging and other data requests submitted to Film HQ Controllership
• Preparation of quarterly balance sheet review package and presentation to UPI CFO and Film HQ Controllership team
• Investigate and facilitate Participation, Comcast internal audit and statutory audit queries
• Monitor compliance and effectiveness of accounting policies and procedures 
• Other responsibilities include supporting master data management, management of distribution deals and support non finance departments by providing ad hoc analysis as required

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional experience in accounting, finance, or related field
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field such as Economics

Eligibility Requirements:

• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV online to be considered
• Must be willing to work in Universal City, CA
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States

Desired Characteristics:

• Excellent Excel, financial analytical skills are essential
• Knowledge of Business Warehouse / SAP is a significant advantage
• Strong analytics and problem-solving skills, attention to detail and high standards in quality and accurate reporting
• Strong candidates will be well organized and able to prioritize multiple and competing priorities
• Demonstrated strong communication skills and a pro-active approach to building working relationships in a matrix environment
• Media/Entertainment distribution experience is desired

Additional Requirements:

• Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. 

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 Benefits page of the Careers website.

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