Senior Financial Analyst, Accounting and Reporting

NBCUniversal • Universal City, CA

10h • $80,000 - $95,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Financial Analyst, Accounting and Reporting assists in the day-to-day Controllership operations of the Studio Support and Participations & Residuals Accounting team, and is involved in a wide range of accounting and reporting areas. The role is in a fast-paced Studio headquarters environment, interfaces with various teams and has opportunities for growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2+ years of accounting experience.
• Exceptional Excel skills and working knowledge of PowerPoint
• Excellent analytical, writing and communication skills.
• Excellent Project Management skills, strong attention to detail and accuracy, proactive approach to problem solving.

Nice To Haves

• CPA or on path to obtaining CPA license preferred.
• Knowledge of Analysis for Excel (AOE) / SAP preferred.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively across the organization
• Inquisitive and eager to learn; strong business acumen
• Takes initiative; able to identify issues and make recommendations for solutions
• Solid work ethic and follow through
• Ability to effectively manage competing priorities and deadlines
• Flexible and able to take on new challenges as they arise
• Accounting background in the entertainment industry is preferred

Responsibilities

• Support the accounting and reporting functions of Universal Domestic Theatrical Reporting and Focus Features, including managing their Fixed Assets processes and assisting in miscellaneous cash application.
• Support the accounting and reporting functions of Universal Studio Group (USG) participations and residuals accounting, including preparation of monthly participations and residuals by-title rollforward
• Key contributor to the monthly and quarterly close and financial reporting processes, including preparation of journal entries, reconciliations, variance analyses and supporting schedules.
• Prepare key schedules within the quarterly Balance Sheet Review package.
• Prepare NBCU Corporate data request submissions, gathering and consolidating information from various sources.
• Identify and participate in process improvement initiatives and opportunities to build efficiencies into existing reporting routines.
• Work closely with other groups such as FP&A and Financial Contract Administration & Reporting
• Perform technical accounting research as needed, and assist with ad-hoc projects.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees