Director, Finance

Universal Music Group • Rockford, IL

49d • Onsite

About The Position

We are UMG, the Universal Music Group. We are the world’s leading music company. In everything we do, we are committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising, and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters, and we produce, distribute and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans around the world. How we LEAD: The Interscope Capitol finance team is seeking a full-time Director, based in both Santa Monica and Hollywood, CA. The Director will primarily conduct deal analyses while also supporting the broader finance team and label group. The candidate is analytical, proactive, intellectually curious, and comfortable analyzing new business models / communicating those results. The Director will report to the Sr. Director of Finance at Interscope Capitol and work closely with the Business & Legal Affairs department. How you’ll CREATE: Conduct custom financial modeling and strategic analysis of recorded music deals and unique projects by collaborating with other departments to assess investment returns, establish strategic rationale, and succinctly communicate findings Function as an unbiased partner to proactively aid negotiations Perform post-mortem / current performance analyses for internal management and external stakeholders Manage approval process for select UMG executive approval-level deals Provide financial guidance for other business units & departments ranging from merchandise & music pricing, cost analysis, impairment analysis, etc. Expected to enhance financial models and improve reporting efficiency

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree ideally in Finance, Accounting, or Economics
• Minimum 7-10+ years of relevant work experience in finance, M&A, consulting/strategy, or similar field.
• Prior exposure to M&A / deals preferred
• Proficiency with MS Office products, including advanced excel/financial modeling skills (able to build models from scratch)
• Proven ability to analyze and communicate complex analyses and key findings to executives
• Great organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize based on evolving workload and quick deadlines
• High level of intellectual curiosity, especially around music, technology, and entertainment
• Personable with strong team-working skills

Nice To Haves

• Music industry experience preferred
• Experience with financial systems a plus (SAP, MicroStrategy, etc.)
• Comfort using & creating AI-powered tools a plus

Responsibilities

• Conduct custom financial modeling and strategic analysis of recorded music deals and unique projects by collaborating with other departments to assess investment returns, establish strategic rationale, and succinctly communicate findings
• Function as an unbiased partner to proactively aid negotiations
• Perform post-mortem / current performance analyses for internal management and external stakeholders
• Manage approval process for select UMG executive approval-level deals
• Provide financial guidance for other business units & departments ranging from merchandise & music pricing, cost analysis, impairment analysis, etc.
• Expected to enhance financial models and improve reporting efficiency

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Including 100% coverage for out-patient in-network mental health services
• Fertility coverage for eligible medical plan participants
• Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes, spa treatments, meal services, travel, and so much more (up to $720/year)
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• 401(k) with 100% immediate vesting on the first 5% of your contributions, plus an additional UMG contribution
• A variety of ways to prioritize much-needed time away from work including:
• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) for exempt employees
• 3-weeks PTO for non-exempt employees
• 2-weeks paid Winter Break
• 10 Company Holidays (including Juneteenth and Wellbeing Day)
• Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day)
• Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director