Senior Financial Analyst, Accounting and Reporting

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit for more information.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

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.

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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Desired Characteristics:

• 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

Hybrid: This position currently has a hybrid schedule, which requires contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.

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: $80,000 - $95,000.

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.

NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to View email address on jobradars.com.