Senior Accounting Manager
Universal Music Group
Woodland Hills, CAThis was removed by the employer on 3/10/2017 11:23:00 AM PST
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Description
Universal Music Group (UMG) currently has an opening for a Senior Accounting Manager position within its Central Accounting Services (CAS) division to support one of UMG’s biggest labels, Interscope Geffen A&M (IGA). Reporting to the Senior Director, CAS/IGA; this position will support the general accounting close cycle and corporate reporting process of IGA.
The ideal candidate will have 7 to 10 years of combined frontline general ledger and/or corporate reporting experience, must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and CPA credentials are preferred.
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 an enthusiastic colleague with a dedicated work ethic and sharp mind.
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:
• Support the Senior Director in managing the monthly financial close & reporting processes of IGA:
• Manage 4 BPO staff in Mumbai to ensure deliverables & work quality is consistent with agreed upon SLA’s (service level agreements)
• Review and/or prepare monthly accruals & allocations
• Review GL activities for proper accounting
• Review & approve journal entries & analysis prepared by BPO staff in Mumbai; including balance sheet reconciliations
• Preparing/reviewing management financial packages, including financial reports, balance sheet reconciliations and supporting analytics to facilitate review of monthly close by senior finance management.
• Review corporate reporting submitted to global consolidation system Hyperion Financial Management (HFM)
• Manage the joint venture/profit participation (JVA) statements cycle:
• Manage the statement preparation process by the BPO staff in Mumbai and the review process with IGA finance team to ensure statements are completed, reviewed and payable amounts paid within the contractual deadlines
• Review JVA statements and supporting schedules to ensure statement is prepared in accordance with contractual terms of the deal and within the due dates specified in the contract
• Review & reconcile GL activity flowing through the deal statement; and review general ledger adjustments proposed by BPO staff
• Ensure the accuracy of the financial statements as it relates activity pertaining to JVA contracts
• Provide support to IGA finance team as necessary to assist in the quarterly forecasts and annual plan process
• Liaise with internal & external auditors and prepare audit schedules as required
• Support special projects, process improvement initiatives & annual SOX testing
Job Requirements:
• Bachelors Degree in Accounting a must, CPA or MBA preferred
• 7 to 10 years of broad general ledger accounting or corporate reporting experience; public accounting experience preferred
• Experience with SAP or similar general ledger applications
• Strong Excel & Word skills required; Access experience a plus
• Experience with HFM preferred
• Music or Entertainment industry experience a plus
• Strong analytical skills required; along with attention to detail and the ability to effectively multi-task and work under pressure to meet deadlines
• Possess strong oral and written communication skills
• Authorized to work in the US.