Sr. Manager, Accounting

Sr. Manager, Accounting Full-time Business Segment: Media Group Functions Compensation: USD 110000 - USD 145000 - yearly 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 The Senior Manager of Accounting will serve as a key member of the Controllership organization within the Media Group. The Media Group includes the best brands in the industry, including the NBC broadcast network, Peacock, and Bravo. This role provides an outstanding opportunity to learn about the television entertainment and streaming businesses and be a change agent. It will report to the VP, Controller, DTC & Entertainment, and will work closely with finance leadership across the group. This role will standardize existing processes, identify efficiencies, and implement best practices. This position will need to work as a member of a cohesive team to meet tight deadlines and respond quickly to changes in the business environment. Here You Can: Operational: Oversee key aspects of the monthly and quarterly close processes, including the review of journal entries and account reconciliations, and the preparation of balance sheet reviews, ensuring adherence to company policies. Timely review and submission of data requests to Corporate Controllership to support internal and external reporting. Provides ideas for improvement in overall collection and reporting of data. Oversee the day-to-day operations for the General Ledger, including SAP maintenance and support for finance and management of the account reconciliation tool. Participate in corporate-driven initiatives and process change. In the next year, this will include significant emphasis on NBCU’s transition to the SAP S/4 platform. Serve as primary point of contact for internal and external auditors and provide requested support as necessary. Ensure SOX documentation is up to date and reflects current processes. Coordinate various ad-hoc reporting requests, account analysis, and other duties as needed to support business leader requests. Process Improvement: Drive standardization of existing processes while ensuring appropriate internal controls are in place to support fair presentation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP. Develop and maintain an in-depth understanding of key corporate subsystems and their interface with the general ledger. Identify areas for improvement by leveraging technology and eliminating redundancies. People: Manage, coach, and develop a Senior Accountant, including oversight of work product, prioritization, deadlines, and professional