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Sr. Accountant, Capital & Fixed Assets
- NBC Universal (New York, NY)
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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 ('SpinCo') 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.
Operations & Technology (O&T) is a $1.5B operating cash flow ($2.0B FCF) division of NBCUniversal. The group functions as a global shared service within NBCUniversal performing critical functions including Media, Broadcast and Studio Operations & Production, Content Supply Chain, Information Technology and Engineering, as well as Cyber Security. The group operates from numerous locations around the world, including New York, New Jersey, Los Angeles, Denver, and London.
The Senior Accountant for Operations & Technology is an integral part of the Operations & Technology (O&T) controllership team that handles Capital for all lines of business. The role will be responsible for assisting with managing the accounting for over $4 billion of Fixed Assets and Software. The position will partner with Operations to ensure proper accounting on new capital projects, maintain and enhance asset controls, and ensure accurate accounting of assets over their life cycle.
• Responsible for the coordination and/or preparation of timely and accurate monthly/quarterly/annual close deliverables.
• Drive process improvements by leveraging technology and challenging current processes
• Analyze and Review capital projects to ensure proper capitalization and categorization of in-service assets
• Partner with Finance to understand the operational nature and verify necessary attributes of capital projects
• Collaborate with Operations in physical inventories driven by internal and external clients
• Improve and monitor key controls to ensure compliance with US GAAP and NBCUniversal Fixed Asset Policy
• Assist in internal and external audits of the Company’s assets and capital policies
• Partner with Tax to ensure proper property tax accounting
• Complete ad-hoc reporting, analysis, and other special projects as assigned
Basic Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 2+ years of relevant experience with Controllership and/or Accounting functions
• Proficient with MS Office Suite products - particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word Desired
Desired Characteristics
• Demonstrates problem-solving ability & able to identify issues and make recommendations with solutions
• Ability to work and communicate effectively and consistently with all levels of finance, operations, and senior management
• Demonstrates background and knowledge of US GAAP and SOX CPA a plus
• Excellent time management and organizational skills, ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Exceptional attention to detail and willingness to take initiative as a self-starter Team player who exhibits a positive and professional attitude
• Experience with SAP/AOE/BPC or other financial systems preferred
Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.
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 (https://www.nbcunicareers.com/benefits) of the Careers website. Salary range: $70,000 - $95,000
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].
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