Senior Financial Analyst at NBCUniversal

Universal City, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jan, 26

Salary

95000.0

Posted On

09 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Accounting, Finance, Financial Reporting, SAP, Excel, Communication, Project Management, Problem Solving, Attention to Detail, Initiative, Collaboration, Process Improvement, SOX Compliance, Research, Analysis, Presentation

Industry

Entertainment Providers

Description

Company Description NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. 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. Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025. Job Description Senior Financial Analyst, Accounting and Reporting, participates in the day-to-day operations of the Film Headquarters Controllership team, and will assist in a wide range of accounting, finance and consolidation matters for the Filmed Entertainment Segment, including supporting financial reporting obligations to NBCUniversal Corporate, Comcast and external parties. The role is in a fast-paced headquarters environment, interfaces with teams domestically and internationally, and has opportunities for growth. This role will report to the Manager, Accounting and Reporting Film & TV Costs, while working closely with the Business Process Outsourcing provider and the broader Film Controllership and FP&A teams. Essential Responsibilities Operational: Key contributor to the monthly and quarter close process including posting journal entries, preparing account reconciliations, rollforwards, and investigating variances to prior periods, with oversight of a $3B global Film Cost asset balance. Assist and review journal entries and supporting schedules prepared by BPO. Work with the business to prepare and submit reporting data to corporate to support external financial reporting requirements Work with Production Finance teams to assess projects in production and development. Collaborate with FP&A to review amortization and analyze impact associated with changes in ultimates. Assist with policy-setting and accounting memos, performing accounting research as necessary. Prepare and present quarterly Balance Sheet review packet to Film’s SVP Global Controller and CFOs of Studios Group and UFEG. Participate and collaborate on corporate driven initiatives and process change across the business unit, including special projects. Identify and implement Film HQ process improvement initiatives and opportunities to build efficiencies into existing accounting and reporting processes. Collaborate with broader Studios groups on benchmarking of processes and identification of best practices. Assist with ad-hoc projects as needed. Participate in annual SOX 404 certification and audits. People: Develop and maintain productive working relationships with cross-functional finance teams. Contribute to an inclusive environment where staff can produce high quality results, actively be involved in process improvement and share ideas. Qualifications Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field Minimum of 2+ years of accounting-related experience CPA or on path to obtaining CPA license preferred Microsoft Suites skills are essential, including strong/exceptional Excel skills (formulas, pivot tables and v-lookup) and comfortability with Word and PowerPoint Experience with SAP and AoE preferred Desired Characteristics Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively across the organization Excellent project management skills, strong attention to detail and accuracy, proactive approach to problem solving Inquisitive and eager to learn Detail focused Able to identify issues and make recommendations for solutions Takes Initiative Solid work ethic and follow through Ability to effectively manage competing priorities and deadlines Flexible and able to take on new challenges as they arise Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, which currently requires contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. Beginning January 5, 2026, hybrid employees will be required to work from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time. 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: $80,000-95,000. 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. 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 [email protected].

Responsibilities

The Senior Financial Analyst will assist in a wide range of accounting, finance, and consolidation matters for the Filmed Entertainment Segment. This role includes key contributions to the monthly and quarterly close processes and collaboration with various finance teams.