Manager, Technical Accounting & Policy

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.

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 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

Role Purpose:

Reporting to the Director of Technical Accounting and Policy, the Manager, Technical Accounting and Policy, will be responsible for preparing and analyzing financial reports that support strategic decision-making and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. This role involves overseeing compliance with accounting standards and will serve as a key resource for technical accounting issues, including the interpretation and application of accounting principles, standards, and regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Research and perform data comparisons and audits, providing corrective measures to ensure accuracy and validity of data reported from Business Units throughout NBCU.
• Manage NBCU’s lease database including the data inputs and outputs and resulting monthly journal entries.
• Field questions from the BU HQ operating lease contacts and direct accordingly.
• Review documents to identify accounting issues and propose solutions or alternatives.
• Perform appropriate research, documentation and accounting resolution for new and/or proposed transactions. Support analysis for complex transactions and accounting issues, providing guidance on appropriate treatment and documentation.
• Assist with the end-to-end implementation of accounting policies and best practices. Support communication across the organization and present position to wide audience.
• Participate in business process re-design to support a Global Controllership organization.
• Assist in performing complex analysis and interpretation of data to identify trends, potential impacts, and areas requiring special consideration.
• Support accurate financial reporting across NBCU.
• Ensure accuracy in financial reporting and compliance with accounting standards such as GAAP or IFRS.
• Collaborate with various departments to gather necessary financial data and provide insights that aid in operational efficiency and profitability.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree (Master's preferred) in Accounting and 5+ years of work experience within big four professional accounting firms
• Solid knowledge of US GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and internal controls over financial reporting
• CPA license required to be maintained

Desired Characteristics:

• Positive and willingness to collaborate across various working groups
• Demonstrates a high degree of technical proficiency and experience with complex accounting research and technical accounting activities
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate at all levels
• Positive sense of ownership and commitment to achieving results
• Advanced Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills
• Skilled project managem