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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.

Key Responsibilities

+ Oversee the monthly and quarterly financial close process for the TV Networks organization, ensuring accurate and timely recording of transactions in accordance with U.S. GAAP, internal controls, and company policies

+ Review monthly journal entries and account reconciliations, ensuring all necessary required adjustments and true ups are reflected in the ledger accurately and timely.  Assist in the preparation and review of regular and ad hoc reporting packages for financial statements (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow) and management review

+ Review relevant schedules to support external disclosure.

+ Support key controllership processes related to linear distribution, advertising and other revenue streams in TV Networks, collaborating with business and technical accounting teams to assess the impacts of new transactions

+ Ensure that operational and design effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting is maintained and support Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance.  Coordinate with the Senior Director to identify opportunities for process improvements and control enhancements across accounting operations

+ Contribute to the implementation and ongoing enhancement of reporting systems and tools used in the controllership function

+ Manage and mentor junior staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment

+ Collaborate with controllership team and IT on reporting system enhancements (e.g. amortization systems)

+ Coordinate and communicate with various business units, including Financial Planning, Controllership, and Legal

Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA preferred.

+ Minimum of 6+ years Accounting and/or Finance experience, preferably in the entertainment industry

+ Knowledge of general accounting practices and financial accounting standards.

+ Experience working in a publicly traded company or a Big 4 accounting firm a plus.

+ Understanding of U.S. GAAP and SOX compliance requirements is preferred.

+ Proficiency in ERP systems is preferred.

+ Excellent analytical, leadership, and communication skills.

+ High attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and transparency.

Additional Information:

+ Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the Englewood Cliffs, NJ office a minimum of three days per week. Subject to change based on Manager discussion or business need.

+ 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: $110,000 - $145,000 (bonus eligible)

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].

Although you'll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job likely will transition to Versant in the future. By joining at this pivotal time, you'll be a part of this exciting company as it takes shape.