Director, Residuals

Job Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies.
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.

Job Description
We are seeking a strategic, results-oriented Director, Residuals to lead our global residuals reporting function for both scripted and unscripted programs. This leadership role is essential to ensuring residuals compliance across all distribution platforms, overseeing payments, managing claims, and driving key departmental initiatives.
The ideal candidate is a subject matter expert in contract analysis, risk mitigation, and process optimization, with a strong background in Guild reporting standards, financial oversight, and cross-functional collaboration. You will work closely with departments such as Labor Relations, Business Affairs, Production Finance, and Legal.

Key Responsibilities:
Financial Oversight & Reporting
• Lead day-to-day operations of the Residuals team, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Plan, forecast, and initiate monthly and quarterly residual payments.
• Track and analyze department KPIs to ensure on-time setups, processing, and payments.
• Oversee responses to internal, external, SOX, and Guild audit requests.
• Liaise with audit teams and Guild representatives; escalate issues as needed.
• Create and refine tools and methodologies to drive efficiently.
• Support financial planning including Ultimates, cash pacing, cost estimates, and accruals.
Process Optimization & Systems Enhancements
• Partner with IT and department leadership on system implementations and ERP upgrades.
• Lead efforts to test and enhance residuals systems and processes.
• Champion continuous improvement, leveraging automation and data analytics.
• Develop and manage training programs and materials to align with strategic goals.
Cross-Functional Leadership
• Act as a strategic advisor to Financial Contract and Reporting group, FP&A, Controllership, Legal, Business Affairs, Labor Relations, Marketing, Production and other business groups at NBCUniversal.
• Ensure data integrity and optimization of financial systems.
• Provide strategic insights to support business initiatives and growth.
• Collaborate across departments to support contract alignment with evolving business models.
People Management
• Direct, coach and train junior staff.
• Foster a collaborative and performance-driven team culture.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning, development, and operational excellence.
Qualifications
Basic Requirements:
• 8+ years of experience in Residuals or related financial reporting roles.
• Proven leadership experience managing teams and complex cross-functional projects.
• Deep understanding of Guild CBAs (Collective Bargaining Agreements), compliance, and reporting.
• Strong expertise in contract interpretation and financial documentation.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and executive influencing skills.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and process automation tools is preferred.
• Demonstrated success in process optimization, training, and systems implementation.

Desired Characteristics:
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving media landscape.
• Collaborative leadership style with a passion for mentoring and team building.
• Strategic thinker who can navigate complex organizational structures and competing priorities.
Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.
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: $130,000-170,000 (bonus and long-term incentive eligible).

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Jobcode: Reference SBJ-021pm6-216-73-216-22-42 in your application.