Job Description

The Position

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Oversee the controllership activities for corporate and centralized headquarters functions.
• Oversee that all transactions are recorded, documented, reviewed and supported in accordance with company policies, generally accepted accounting principles and SOX controls.
• Partner as trusted advisor to the finance organization on issues concerning reporting and controls, and assist with the formulation of financial and operational policy matters.
• Participate in monthly/quarterly closing processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness in financial information. Lead financial statement reviews for corporate and centralized headquarters functions (i.e. Balance Sheet, Income Statement and Cash Flows), and oversee preparation and review of relevant schedules to support external disclosure.
• Review monthly journal entries and account reconciliations, ensure all necessary required adjustments and true ups are reflected in the ledger accurately and timely.
• Responsible for key controllership processes related to compensation and benefits, treasury and other headquarters, collaborating with business and technical accounting teams to assess the impacts of new transactions.
• Assess control environment through review of control activities; identify and concentrate on improvement opportunities in key, high risk areas.
• Ensure that operational and design effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting is maintained and support Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance.
• Manage both external and internal audits for corporate accounting.
• Ensure the accurate and timely preparation and delivery of all regular and ad hoc management reports.
• Mentor and develop staff using a supportive and collaborative approach: assign accountabilities; set objectives; establish priorities; and monitor and evaluate results
• Collaborate with controllership team and IT on reporting system enhancements

Qualifications

The Person

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, and a minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in financial reporting, accounting, or audit, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• CPA or CFA preferred.
• Solid knowledge of SEC regulations, U.S. GAAP, IFRS (if applicable), and SOX compliance.
• Experience working in a publicly traded company or a Big 4 accounting firm is preferred.
• Exceptional analytical, leadership, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate and influence across multiple levels of the organization.
• High attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and transparency.
• Proficiency in financial reporting software and ERP systems.

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 discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $180,000 - $240,000 (bonus and long-term incentive eligible).

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.

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 AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.

Although you'll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job likely will transition to Versant in the future. By joining at this pivotal time, you'll be a part of this exciting company as it takes shape.