Senior Accountant
Universal Music Group
Woodland Hills, CAThis was removed by the employer on 6/30/2017 6:21:00 PM PST
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Description
Universal Music Group (UMG) currently has an opening for a Senior Accountant position within its Central Accounting Services division. This position supports the general accounting close cycle. Candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree in Accounting and hands on general accounting experience in a professional environment; a CPA is a plus
Our mission in Central Accounting Services is to continually expand our contribution to the organization through team mentorship, individual development, and creative process improvements. We are looking for enthusiastic colleagues with dedicated work ethics and sharp minds.
Job Functions:
In this role, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to participate in a broad array of accounting, analysis and reporting activities, including primary responsibility for:
• Preparing month-end general ledger close journal entries
• Preparing month end supporting reconciliations and analysis
• Coordinating with other UMG departments to research and resolve accounting issues and inquires
• Participation in UMG annual Sarbanes Oxley compliance process
• Supporting special project and process improvement initiatives
Job Requirements:
Skills/Abilities:
• Exposure to enterprise General Ledger applications such as Hyperion (HFM), SAP/BW
• Strong Excel & Word skills required, experience with excel formulas such as vlookup and pivot table at minimum
• Possesses strong oral and written communication skills
• Able to handle multiple assignments, meet deadlines and think analytically
• Authorized to work in the US.
Experience:
• 3-5 years of general ledger accounting or corporate reporting experience, preferably with entertainment industry
• CPA candidate and/or public experience
Education:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from an accredited university
Universal Music Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Disclaimer
This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change.