Director, Financial Contract Reporting

Google Chrome Microsoft Edge Apple Safari Mozilla Firefox Director, Financial Contract ReportingFull-timeBusiness Segment: Universal Entertainment HQ Compensation: USD 140000 - USD 160000 - yearlyCompany DescriptionNBCUniversal 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 DescriptionThe Team: The Financial Contract Reporting Group compiles, analyzes, and validates financial information from multiple sources for the participations reporting system (PARIS). The team prepares and distributes participation accounting statements and payments in compliance with contractual agreements, internal controls, and reporting deadlines. Here you can:Bring significant leadership experience in participations accounting and a continuous-improvement mindset, with comfort adopting new technologies that enhance reporting quality and efficiency. This role handles statement review/approval along with leading initiatives that increase statement throughput, strengthen accountability, and improve systems and procedures supporting statement analysis and issuance. Primary responsibilities include: Lead end-to-end participation statement reporting, from analysis and calculation through cash forecasting, payment execution, and statement delivery. Partner with the Financial Innovation & Transformation team to design, test, and implement process and technology enhancements that improve statement review, accuracy, and efficiency. Oversee urgent initiatives to improve statement throughput, address aging/overdue reporting, and drive timely resolution of bottlenecks. Review statements prior to issuance to ensure contractual compliance, data integrity, and adherence to contractual deadlines; approve related payments to contractual parties. Assess the current reporting process for opportunities to improve efficiency and controls; collaborate with teams to implement sustainable improvements. Maintain strong communication across FCAR to share best practices, align on standards, and drive department efficiency. Support third-party audits and litigation by providing research and documentation; communicate with external Legal and/or Financial Management firms to resolve contractual and statement inquiries. Lead or support special projects and ad hoc analyses as needed. QualificationsHere you'll need:BS/BA in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. 8+ years of participations accounting and/or entertainment finance experience. Proven ability to work independently while communicating effectively, influencing stakeholders, and leading a team. Exceptional Excel skills; SAP...