Director, North America Finance

We are UMG, the world’s leading music company. We are committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship. Responsibilities Direct all aspects of revenue reporting and analysis, including oversight of revenue processing, accrual estimates, and partnering closely with the Digital Business Affairs team to manage and ensure proper treatment of direct digital deal accounting. Lead the revenue forecasting and budgeting process across North America entities, delivering financial insights to global finance and executive teams. Manage monthly close review process, providing input to the central accounting team and sign‑off on P&L reporting to ensure accuracy, integrity, and adherence to corporate policies. Partner with publishing administration royalty department, acting as key lead between finance and royalty teams to ensure completeness, accuracy, and timely revenue and royalty processing. Serve as main contact for audits and oversight of revenue and royalty control processes, including Sarbanes‑Oxley compliance. Provide input on finance system design and implementation of automation solutions, and AI‑driven initiatives to streamline processes, enhance forecasting accuracy, and enable decision‑making. Key Skills & Qualifications Complete understanding of accounting systems and the ability to upload and download information to and from financial systems for manipulation. Strong analytical skills and ability to make decisions based on data while understanding the ramifications. Ability to work independently and/or in a team‑oriented environment, and to interact with other offices to resolve questions and requests. Effective communication skills, capable of conveying accounting policies and procedures and directing contacts to complete responsibilities. Superior skills in Excel and Word and familiarity with financial reporting software. SAP and HFM experience strongly preferred. Professional attitude with the ability to maintain confidentiality. 5+ years of accounting or finance experience. BA degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field required; CPA or Master’s degree preferred. 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. Well‑being reimbursements for fitness classes, spa treatments, meal services, travel, and more (up to $720/year). Student loan repayment assistance and tuition reimbursement. 401(k) with 100% immediate vesting on the first 5% of contributions, plus an additional UMG contribution. Flexible paid time off: 3 weeks for exempt employees, 2 weeks for non‑exempt employees. 2‑week paid winter break. 10 company holidays, including Juneteenth and Well‑being Day. Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day). Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent. Disclaimer: This job description only provides an overview of responsibilities that are subject to change. Universal Music Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. E-Verify participation: UMG is an E‑Verify employer in Alabama, Arizona, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Utah. Currently not enrolled in E‑Verify in California and New York. #J-18808-Ljbffr