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
Director, Consolidation and Reporting, participates in the day-to-day operations of the Studio Group Controllership team, and is responsible for a wide range of accounting, finance and consolidation matters for the Studio Group, including supporting financial reporting obligations to NBCUniversal Corporate, Comcast and external parties. The role is in a complex and fast-paced headquarters environment, interfaces with teams domestically and internationally, and has opportunities for growth. The role is involved in the development and implementation of enterprise-wide functional transformation.
This role will report to the VP, Consolidation and Reporting, while working closely with the broader Studio Group HQ team and business unit Controllership and FP&A teams.
Essential Responsibilities
Operational:
- Coordinate and oversee all Studio Group business units’ adherence to various tasks and processes, including but not limited to internal controls, close requirements, and financial reporting deliverables.
- Responsible for key monthly and quarterly closing processes to ensure quality, accuracy, and timeliness with a focus on the balance sheet and related analysis –ensuring solid foundational processes, including:
- Preparation and review of journal entries and supporting schedules
- Preparation and review of monthly and quarterly balance sheet variance analytics and review packages
- Preparation and review of account reconciliations
- Preparation and review of Financial Reporting deliverables
- SAP Ledger Maintenance (cost center hierarchy, account extensions, etc.)
- Post-close review of estimates, including evaluation and coordination for recording any topside adjustments
- Preparation of MD&A schedules and other external reporting requests
- Close coordination including preparation and review of pre-close agendas, data requests tracker, close calendar, and meeting coordination across business units, auditors and FP&A teams
- Support the VP, Studios Accounting and Reporting in driving cross-Studios segment corporate and business strategic priorities, collaboration, standardization, initiatives, projects, Global Finance Operations integration, S4 adoption and ad hoc requests
- Identify Studio Group process improvement opportunities and implement initiatives to build efficiencies into existing accounting and reporting processes. Collaborate with broader Studios groups on benchmarking of processes and identification of best practices
- Partner with Studio Group FP&A to ensure appropriate forecasting and budgeting
- Optimize our leverage of Accenture including continued development and implementation of additional centralization opportunities.
- Assist with ad-hoc projects as needed.
People:
- Lead, coach, develop and maintain a strong accounting staff direct-reporting-line team of 2.
- Develop and maintain productive working relationships with cross-functional finance teams. Build a reputation as a cross-functional relationship builder
- Contribute to an inclusive environment where staff can produce high quality results, be actively involved in process improvement and share ideas
Qualifications
Qualifications/Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting or related field.
- 10+ years of accounting-related experience. Combination of public accounting and entertainment industry preferred. Straight public candidates with significant experience working with entertainment industry and relevant technical accounting matters will be considered.
- Microsoft Suites skills are essential, including advanced/exceptional Excel skills (X-Lookups, pivot tables, etc.) and proficiency with Word and PowerPoint
Desired Characteristics
- CPA preferred
- Experience with SAP and AoE preferred
- Solid interpersonal and communication skills – ability to present and communicate ideas and thoughts to all levels of the organization from senior management to entry-level staff
- Proactive approach to problem solving and able to identify issues and make recommendations for solutions. Strong issue resolution capabilities and willingness to be in the details as necessary
- Excellent organization skills and proven ability to multi-task and effectively manage competing priorities and deadlines
- Demonstrated leadership skills, especially ability to influence and lead change in cross-functional teams
- Excellent 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.
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: $125,000-170,000.
Additional Information
As 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.
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