Manager, Global Record To Report, Digital - Media Entertainment

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
The Manager, Record to Report (R2R) supports the execution of Versant's financial close, journal entry processing, intercompany accounting, fixed assets, and account reconciliation activities. Reporting to the Director of Record to Report (R2R), this role is responsible for day-to-day operations and compliance within the R2R process. The Manager will work with internal stakeholders and BPO providers to ensure timely and accurate period-end close while supporting transformation initiatives, including Blackline adoption. Additionally, ensuring the offshore team performance complies with SLAs, providing excellent customer service to the business units (act as a first point of contact) and driving efficiency through continuous improvement within a shared service model.

Key Responsibilities
Service Delivery
• Execute daily and monthly R2R operational activities including journal entries, intercompany postings, and fixed asset accounting.
• Coordinate with BPO teams and internal functions to meet SLAs and close deadlines.
• Prepare and review account reconciliations using Blackline, ensuring timely resolution of outstanding items.
• Support period-end close tasks, reporting packages, and internal review processes.
• Assist with master data maintenance and close calendar tracking.
Continuous Improvements
• Identify and escalate opportunities to improve efficiency or accuracy in journal entry and reconciliation processes.
• Support transformation and automation initiatives across R2R processes.
Standards and Controls
• Ensure adherence to SOX and internal control standards related to journal entries and account reconciliations
• Maintain documentation of reconciliations and key processes in accordance with audit standards
• Collaborate with internal audit and compliance teams during walkthroughs and reviews
Performance
• Monitor R2R process KPIs (e.g., journal posting timeliness, recon completion rates)
• Ensure BPO support meets established service levels
• Participate in governance routines to track performance and drive issue resolution
People
• Supervise day-to-day activities of analysts and BPO support resources
• Provide coaching and training to junior staff
• Foster a team culture focused on continuous improvement and collaboration
Qualifications
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, CPA preferred
• 5+ years of experience in Record to Report operations or general ledger accounting
• 1 - 2 years prior management experience required
• Experience working in a shared services or BPO-supported environment preferred
• Experience with SAP S/4 HANA and Blackline is a plus
• International experience preferred (understanding of currencies and FX)
• Media and Entertainment industry experience preferred

Knowledge & Skills
• Strong understanding of journal entry, intercompany, and reconciliation processes
• Working knowledge of internal controls and SOX compliance requirements
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to communicate effectively and work cross-functionally
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Additional Information
• Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. Subject to change based on Manager discussion or business need.
• 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 benefits and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-744p1q-18-97-14-83-42 in your application.