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
The Senior Manager, External Reporting will play a critical role in Versant’s Corporate Controllership organization, reporting to the Vice President of Financial Reporting. This role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of Versant’s external financial statements and SEC filings. The Senior Manager will oversee key reporting processes, maintain compliance with U.S. GAAP and regulatory standards, and partner with cross-functional teams to support audit readiness, investor disclosures, and internal controls.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA required.
• 6+ years of experience in financial reporting, accounting, or audit, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience working in a publicly traded company or a Big 4 accounting firm is preferred.
• Understanding of SEC reporting, U.S. GAAP, and SOX compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in financial reporting software and ERP systems.
• Excellent 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.

• Lead the preparation and review of the company’s external financial statements, including quarterly and annual reports (10-Qs and 10-Ks), earnings releases, and other SEC filings, in coordination with the VP of Financial Reporting.
• Own the external reporting calendar and timeline; coordinate cross-functional meetings, drive stakeholder alignment, manage key review cycles, and ensure timely execution of public filing deliverables
• Draft the Earnings Press Release, including EPS calculations, and coordinate with Investor Relations to incorporate key inputs; lead the cross-functional review and finalization process.
• Review the consolidated Statement of Cash Flows, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and alignment with supporting schedules and disclosures as prepared by the Manager, External Reporting
• Support compliance with SEC reporting requirements, U.S. GAAP, and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) controls, and contribute to the development and execution of Versant’s internal control framework.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with FP&A, Investor Relations, Legal, Treasury, Tax, and Accounting teams to gather inputs and disclosures for external reporting deliverables
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors to support quarterly reviews and year-end audits; respond to requests and drive timely issue resolution.
• Monitor, interpret, and implement new or evolving accounting standards (e.g., DISE) and disclosure requirements.
• Work with key reporting systems and automation tools (e.g., SAP ECC, OneStream, Workiva) for critical reporting activities and to enhance efficiency.
• Prepare and review financial reporting deliverables to senior leadership, including materials for the Audit Committee and internal stakeholders.
• Support the VP of Financial Reporting and CAO on ad hoc reporting, special projects, and audit committee communications.
• Mentor and supervise a direct Manager report, ensuring ongoing development and high performance.
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