Vice President, Finance

Universal Music•New York, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

UMG is currently looking for a Vice President, Finance based in our NYC office. The ideal candidate is an experienced entertainment finance executive with a strong FP&A and accounting foundation and the ability to translate financial performance into strategic direction profitability in a creative and entrepreneurial environment. This is not a remote position and will be required to be in the office four days a week (Monday–Thursday).

Requirements

BA in Finance or Accounting; MBA or CPA preferred.
7+ years experience in FP&A and accounting roles, experience in the music is strongly preferred; entertainment or media industry experience will be considered
Expertise in financial planning (including monthly and quarterly close), forecasting, reporting, and analysis with experience influencing executive-level decisions
Must have experience in managing business unit expenses and P&Ls
Strong knowledge of financial systems preferred (Hyperion Financial Management/Smartview Reporting, SAP and BPC) and ability to oversee complex financial models and reporting tools.
Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint for executive-level presentations and scenario modeling.
Strong communication skills with the ability to present complex financial information to senior executives, cross-functional partners, and external stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to influence decision-making at the senior leadership level and drive results in a fast-paced, creative environment.
Strong interpersonal and collaborative kills, including adaptability, personal effectiveness, and the ability to establish quick rapport.
Proven ability to manage competing priorities across multiple business units under tight deadlines in a high-pressure environment.
Must be a self-starter with exceptional follow-up skills and proven track of delivering key deliverables in a timely manner.
Must be able to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and tact.

Responsibilities

Serve as a financial partner to business unit leadership, influencing creative, commercial, and operational strategy.
Provide strategic oversight and governance of the monthly close in partnership with CFO, department head and corporate accounting.
Translate financial insights into strategic recommendations for repertoire investment, marketing, and catalog monetization.
Responsible for the accuracy of financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) and quarterly/annual projections.
Manage preparation of the annual plan, monthly forecasts, and variance analysis for Corporate and Business Unit management.
Create executive-level financial presentations that frame insights, risks, and strategic opportunities for the CFO and C-suite.
Provide oversight and direction on financial modeling and analytical tools, ensuring high-quality, scalable solutions.
Provide financial recommendations on pricing, margin strategy, and commercial optimization across retail, streaming, and D2C channels
Oversee performance metrics, identifying strategic trends in margin, artist investment, and cash flow to guide support financial recommendations.
Partner with UMG Compliance and Audit teams to ensure strong financial controls, governance, and audit processes that effectively manage risk.
Responsible for the development of reporting and analyses that inform strategic decisions for internal leadership and external partners
Partner with department head to ensure financial review of contractual profit splits and distribution statements are accurate and provide aligned to business strategies.
Responsible for additional projects, as requested, working across UMG central departments & external partners.

Benefits

Be part of an entrepreneurial, global organization that values authenticity, drive, creativity, relationships, and a competitive spirit
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and FSA options, as well as:
100% coverage for out-patient mental health services
Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes, spa treatments, meal services, travel, and so much more (up to $720/year)
A lifetime fertility support allowance of $30,000 to plan participants
Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
100% immediately vested 401(k) match on the first 5% of your contribution on eligible compensation
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