Senior Financial Analyst, Accounting & Reporting

Job Description

Responsibilities
Universal Brand Development Overview:
Universal Brand Development globally drives expansion of the company's intellectual properties, franchises, characters and stories through innovative physical and digital products, content, and consumer experiences. Along with franchise brand management, Universal Brand Development's core businesses include Consumer Products and Games and Digital Platforms based on the company's extensive portfolio of intellectual properties created by Universal Pictures, Illumination and DreamWorks Animation. Universal Brand Development is part of NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. www.universalbranddevelopment.com.

Universal Brand Development is committed to leading transformation by attracting and retaining a diverse workforce of the highest caliber. We are committed to celebrating diversity, fostering inclusive, equitable environments by honoring the experiences, perspective, and uniqueness of each individual.

Summary:
As a key member of the Universal Brand Development (UBD) Controllership team, the Senior Financial Analyst, Accounting & Reporting will be part of the Revenue accounting team responsible for accounting processes, controls, systems, and reporting across Brand Development (Consumer Products, Digital Games, and Franchise Management). This position requires close interaction with other divisions and senior management, reporting directly to the Manager, Accounting & Reporting. The SFA role exists within a fast-paced environment having the opportunity for growth within the company.

Responsibilities include:
• Key contributor for the monthly and quarter close processes around Revenue and related accounts including the preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, rollforwards, and investigating variances to prior periods.
• Participate in the preparation of monthly and quarterly reporting packages, and opportunity to present results to Finance and Accounting leadership including UBD CFO and Controller, Universal Parks and Resorts Controller, and NBCUniversal Corporate Financial Reporting.
• Participate in the overall management of RightsLogic (RSG), UBD's licensing subledger system.
• Participate in the management of offshore accounting resources and review work product.
• Act as a liaison with other departments within Brand Development, including Controllership counterparts around the world, FP&A, IT, and Contract Operations as well as other NBCUniversal teams including the Universal Parks & Resorts Controllership team.
• Provide audit support to the Financial Contract Administration & Reporting team related to Participant Audits.
• Generate key metric driven analytical reports for Management.
• Partner with Finance to ensure companywide financial goals and objectives are being met timely and efficiently.
• Participate in ad hoc projects and perform accounting research as needed.
• Remain current on new and emerging US GAAP guidance, trends and techniques as well as new contractual and operational arrangements to ensure that UBD's revenue recognition policies remain current and accurate.

Qualifications/Requirements
Qualifications/Requirements:
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
• Minimum 3 years experience in Accounting or Finance
• Proficient in Microsoft Word & Excel

Eligibility Requirements:
• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV online to be considered.
• Must be willing to submit to a background investigation.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
• Must submit an attestation disclosing your COVID-19 vaccination status and, if partially or fully vaccinated, submitting your vaccination record no later than 7 days following commencement of employment.
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 at the commencement of employment or adhere to enhanced protocols if Company determines your job position requires accessing an NBCUniversal worksite.
• Must be willing to adhere to all Company COVID-19 workplace safety policies and protocols.

Desired Characteristics

Desired Characteristics:
• CPA or on path to obtaining CPA License preferred
• Big Four Audit experience
• Exhibit strong analytical, technical and research skills
• Team player with good interpersonal skills
• Inquisitive and eager to learn
• Proficient in SAP a plus
• Proactive approach to problem solving
• Strong work ethic and follow-through

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rj97yw-3-21-93-44-42 in your application.