Sr. Manager/ Director, Risk & Compliance at NBCUniversal

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Aug, 26

Salary

190000.0

Posted On

07 May, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Risk Management, Compliance Framework Design, Internal Auditing, Financial Accounting, SOX Compliance, COSO Framework, GRC Tool Implementation, Project Management, Stakeholder Management, Process Documentation, ERP Systems, AI Tool Proficiency, Control Rationalization, Shared Services Management, Risk Control Matrix (RCM), Analytical Problem Solving

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 global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information. 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 Role Purpose: Reporting to the Vice President, Risk & Compliance, the Senior Manager/ Director, Risk & Compliance is responsible for helping design / establish a robust risk and compliance framework for Global Controllership including leading the advisory / maintenance for Global Finance Operations (GFO). The framework should ensure that all enterprise-wide accounting compliance programs, processes and technologies are consistent with NBCUniversal’s policies and procedures as well as applicable laws and regulations. Our GFO model today encompasses three service towers; Accounts Payable, Order to Cash, and Record to Report and has ~100 FTE NBCU team members supported by ~350 FTE in offshore locations. Services are provided to a wide range of business groups in a large number of countries. While having the ground floor opportunity of bridging a multi-year S/4 finance transformation implementation with a post go-live compliance and advisory function, this role provides leadership in Security, Risk, and Controls (SRC) activities including process-level risks and developing / maintaining a company-wide Risk & Control Matrix (RCM). The Senior Manager / Director partners closely with the S/4 project team, Global Controllership across GFO, Corporate, and Business Units; Operations & Technology (O&T); and various compliance groups to ensure risks are identified, mitigated, and appropriately controlled within an evolving financial systems landscape. Here You Will: Design Build and support the design and maintenance of a company-wide Global Controllership and GFO risk, compliance, and control framework which includes the identification of risks, appropriate controls, and ensures that robust monitoring & reporting is in place. Ensure that the risk, compliance, and control framework meets all internal and external requirements and is tested regularly against external best practice. Help design and implement effective controls to mitigate SoD risk ensuring they are practical, sustainable, and auditable. Establish / Maintain Help maintain efficient and effective governance structures internal to NBCU and with offshore partner which has regular cadence, clear accountabilities and is focused on ongoing improvements and reducing risk and control gaps. Work with the GFO team and offshore partner to maintain a quality mindset, ensuring that goals, objectives, and SLA’s reflect Risk and Compliance deliverables. Develop, maintain, and govern the Risk Control Matrix (RCM) for S/4 and finance-related boundary systems and consolidate with GFO RCM to ensure consistency and efficiencies. Ensure key risks and controls are effective, clearly documented, tested, embedded in the business, and updated as people, processes & technology change / evolve. Align the RCM with financial reporting, operational, and compliance requirements (e.g., SOX). Establish a plan to maintain NBCU company-wide control framework post go-live including Governance Risk Compliance (GRC) tool evaluation and implementation. Perform risk assessment and develop compliance approach to help ensure processes and controls are operating effectively. Manage Responsible for managing annual cycles and participating in all routine and exceptional Risk and Compliance governance forums. Support and help guide the operational teams and offshore partner to successfully meet internal and external audit requirements, providing effective training, education, peer review and expert advice as required. Policies & Procedures Ensure that the risk, compliance, and control framework is updated to reflect external regulatory and fiscal changes as well as internal policies and procedures. Develop and maintain accurate operational procedures. People Establish relationships and appropriate cadence with key stakeholders to include but not limited to Enterprise finance compliance teams, external and internal audit groups, company-wide legal compliance groups as well as IT, Cyber, Fraud Prevention & Business Process Excellence, Sustainability, Global Controllership, and Sourcing stakeholder groups as required. Performance Help set and track risk, compliance, and control performance targets and Service Level Agreement thresholds Perform Risk Assessment, SOX / Internal Audit Readiness reviews, control rationalization, and remediation plan design for Global Controllership / GFO business, compliance, and IT related areas. Drive continuous improvement in risk awareness, control design, and documentation quality and utilize Artificial Intelligence (AI) and continuous control monitoring as applicable. Technology In partnership with the GFO Service Delivery Leads, Global Process Owners, and the Financial Technology Strategy Group, establish an appropriate risk, control and compliance approach which is robust but is adaptable to new technologies and use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) internally and provided by offshore partner / third party applications Qualifications Here You'll Need: 7+ years of public and / or private accounting and auditing experience required preferably inclusive of internal / external audit and / or Big Four Public Accounting Proven financial accounting and internal control background required Experience in documenting processes, systems, and controls Sound working knowledge of COSO integrated framework of internal controls, generally accepted auditing standards, and accounting principles required. Knowledge of IT controls desired Track record of managing robust risk, compliance, and control frameworks in complex, global organizations Experience of working in a shared service environment, ideally with offshore third partners and involving technology & automation Experience in implementing / managing Governance Risk Compliance tool Project management skillset including organizational and time management skills Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and ERP systems Ability to travel (currently estimated at 10% annually) What We'll Look For: CPA Sarbanes-Oxley experience Entertainment industry preferred Solid verbal and written communication skills and ability to interface with all levels of management and customers Proficiency in leveraging AI tools and technology Ability to drive change and influence within a matrixed and decentralized operating model Ability to lead / participate in a hybrid function or team Exceptional analytical, progressive thinking, and problem-solving skills and strong work ethic This position currently has a hybrid schedule, which requires contributing 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: Sr. Manager $115,000 - $150,000 (bonus eligible) / Director $145,000 - $190,000 (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 [email protected]. Business Segment: NBCU Corporate Compensation: USD 115000 - USD 190000 - yearly

Responsibilities

Design and maintain a robust risk and compliance framework for Global Controllership and Global Finance Operations. Lead security, risk, and controls activities, including the development of a company-wide Risk & Control Matrix (RCM) and managing audit requirements.