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NBCUniversal and Universal Products & Experiences Overview:
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.
Universal Products & Experiences (UP&E) globally drives expansion of the company's intellectual properties, franchises, characters and stories through innovative physical and digital products, content, and consumer experiences. Along with franchise brand management, UP&E’s core businesses include Consumer Products and Games and Digital Platforms based on the company's extensive portfolio of intellectual properties created by Universal Pictures, Illumination and DreamWorks Animation. UP&E is part of NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
UP&E is committed to leading transformation by attracting and retaining a diverse workforce of the highest caliber. We are committed to celebrating diversity, fostering inclusive, equitable environments by honoring the experiences, perspective, and uniqueness of each individual.
Summary
Job Description
As a key member of the UP&E Controllership team, the Senior Financial Analyst (SFA), Accounting & Reporting will be part of the Financial Reporting 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 Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $70,000 - $95,000
Qualifications
Responsibilities include:
Responsible for weekly cash management and reporting
Key contributor for the monthly and quarter close processes in SAP, including the preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, roll forwards, and investigating variances to prior periods
Oversight and review of Name, Voice, Likeness Talent Participant reporting for licensed intellectual properties which requires working with Financial Contract Administration and Reporting Team
Participate in the management of offshore accounting resources and review work product
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 Controller, and NBCUniversal Corporate Financial Reporting
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 Universal Destinations and Experiences Controllership team
Key contributor as NBCUniversal embarks on a legacy ERP to SAP S/4 Hana Transformation
Identify and participate in process improvement initiatives and opportunities to build efficiencies into existing reporting routines
Participate in ad hoc projects and perform accounting research as needed.
Qualifications/Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
Minimum 2 years experience in Accounting or Finance
Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV online to be considered.
Must be willing to submit to a background investigation.
Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
Must submit an attestation disclosing your COVID-19 vaccination status and, if partially or fully vaccinated, submitting your vaccination record no later than 7 days following commencement of employment.
Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 at the commencement of employment or adhere to enhanced protocols if Company determines your job position requires accessing an NBCUniversal worksite.
Must be willing to adhere to all Company COVID-19 workplace safety policies and protocols.
Desired Characteristics
CPA or on path to obtaining CPA License preferred
Big Four Audit experience
Exhibit strong analytical, technical and research skills
Team player with good interpersonal skills
Inquisitive and eager to learn
Persistent and able to bring projects to completion
Proficient in SAP a plus
Proactive approach to problem solving
Strong work ethic and follow-through
Additional Requirements
Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.
Additional Information
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, you have the
right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your
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request reasonable accommodations by emailing AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.
Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other
Industries
Broadcast Media Production and Distribution, Entertainment Providers, and Media Production
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