Senior Manager, Corporate Finance & Accounting - NBCUniversal

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Role Purpose:

The Senior Manager, Corporate Finance & Accounting, will be part of the Corporate Close & Consolidation team. This highly visible role will be a key contributor in delivering Comcast-driven initiatives impacting the overall Company’s global consolidation and reporting process. For successful implementation, the individual will work closely with leadership from Comcast Corporate, cross-divisional NBCU Finance stakeholders, and Technology. Effective project management will include proper alignment of expectations and execution, collaborating with all parties involved. The position will report to the Senior Director, Corporate Finance & Accounting.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Comcast Corporate Controllership pertaining to Company-wide initiatives requiring modifications to existing consolidation and reporting processes.
• Lead project management: communicate and align each party’s expectations and monitor progress to help ensure a timely and effective implementation.
• Document existing processes and explore opportunities to improve effectiveness and efficiency.
• Solicit feedback from impacted stakeholders; analyze solutions to identified challenges and risks.
• Partner with SAP Business Solutioning & Controls and Technology to ensure that the implementation of Comcast initiatives properly support the final data submission process.
• Communicate new requirements to overall NBCU Finance community as necessary.
• Coordinate with SAP S/4 HANA transformation team on behalf of Global Close & Consolidation; assess and determine impact on current processes and the means to accommodate Comcast requirements.
• Champion the business continuity efforts for Global Close & Consolidation; support the overall team’s cross-training program.
• Obtain understanding of the monthly close & consolidation processes for Global Close & Consolidation and provide backup support as required.
• Provide strong partnership with team members in LA, London, and Madrid.
• Contribute to other special projects as needed.

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• 6+ years of progressive accounting-related experience.
• Public accounting experience preferred.
• Entertainment industry experience preferred, not required.
• Project management experience preferred.
• CPA preferred.
• Exceptional Excel skills.
• Knowledge of SAP / AOE preferred.

Desired Characteristics:

• Proven leadership skills and client-serving qualities working with multiple business units/divisions.
• Excellent Project Management skills and proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Inquisitive and able to think through interdependencies of processes and big picture perspective.
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, and ability to tailor to audience.
• Flexible and able to take on new challenges as they arise.
• Demonstrates ownership of responsibilities and dedication to quality.
• Adept with mastering new processes and improving their effectiveness and efficiency.
• Resourceful issues resolution capabilities and willingness to be in the details.
• Continuous self-review and improvement mentality.
• Unwavering composure during competing priorities/deadlines and adversity.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

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: $100,000 - $135,000 (bonus eligible).

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 AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.