About Us Universal Pictures Home Entertainment (UPHE) markets and distributes NBC Universal’s film and television offerings across transactional digital and disc formats worldwide. Distributed lines of content include contemporary and classic productions within the company’s expansive entertainment catalog, spanning properties from Universal Pictures, Focus Features, DreamWorks Animation, Illumination, Universal Media Studios and Peacock, as well as from select third-party partners. UPHE distributes through its own operations in parts of North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and South America and through a variety of licensee partnerships across major territories around the world. The Company is leading the way in exploring innovative technologies and in developing and adapting dynamic new windowing strategies and other initiatives for the evolving global home entertainment market. Its vast 4,000-plus title catalog is among the largest and most celebrated in the industry, comprising a wide variety of titles and genres. Among its most-prized properties are such franchise as The Fast and the Furious, Jurassic, Despicable Me, Minions, Mama Mia!, Downton Abbey, Shrek, Back To The Future, Jaws, E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial and the legendary classic monster movies; recent films including Wicked, Oppenheimer and The Super Mario Bros. Movie; as well as such acclaimed television series as the Chicago and Law & Order franchises and The Office. Job Description This role sits within the Digital Distribution Controllership function, based in Universal City, Los Angeles. Digital Distribution is a rapidly evolving and growing segment of Universal’s Home Entertainment business unit, which generates approximately $1 billion in annual revenue. The Manager will own and manage the digital distribution business, including supporting key month-end and quarter-end close activities as well as financial reporting processes. The ideal candidate will hold an accounting or finance degree and a CPA designation, preferably with experience in the entertainment industry. This role requires the ability to effectively multitask and manage competing priorities across multiple initiatives. The position reports to the Director, Controllership; supports the VP, Global Controller; and works closely with Studio HQ, FP&A, Global Distribution, and Global Finance Operations teams. Responsibilities Support the Controllership team with monthly and quarterly closing processes, preparation and review of journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations and corporate data requests. This includes working closely with Digital FP&A, Global Distribution, Global Finance Operations, and our Digital operational teams. Analyze movements in key balance sheet areas including preparation of monthly and quarterly balance sheet review packages. Work closely with the Studio HQ and international business teams to drive simplification, process improvement, and standardization across the group. Manage ad hoc data requests from various teams across the business including participations, distribution partner accounting team, and Global Finance Operations Work with both internal and external teams to reconcile, track, and research discrepancies in monthly royalty reporting form our distributors, following up on variances and open items as required. Support future SAP S/4 implementation. Facilitate and support both internal and external audit requests. Lead and motivate a direct report through coaching, career development, and performance management. The responsibilities associated with this position are not limited to the above description and may be modified at any time by the company.
Basic Requirements: BS/BA in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field. 3+ years of professional experience in Accounting or Finance. Experience with Excel formulas/functions (e.g. VLOOKUP, SUMIF, Pivot Tables, etc.). Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Desired Characteristics: Exceptional understanding of GAAP. Experience in SAP/AOE/BPC and/or MicroStrategy is preferred but not required. Solid interest and/or previous experience in media and entertainment. Possess an aptitude for financial systems, solid analytical abilities, outstanding process improvement capabilities, and strong interpersonal skills. Experience working with and mining large amounts of data and streamlining manual processes. Exceptional attention to detail and high standards for quality and accuracy. Solid organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple and competing priorities. Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to building working relationships in a matrix environment. Ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Ability to work independently, as well as within a team, in a fast-paced environment. Possesses a high level of personal and professional integrity. Hybrid: This position currently has a hybrid schedule, which requires contributing fr