Company Description

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.

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.

As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

About Us

Universal Pictures Home Entertainment (UPHE) markets and distributes NBC Universal’s film and television offerings across transactional digital and disc formats worldwide. Distributed lines of content include contemporary and classic productions within the company’s expansive entertainment catalog, spanning properties from Universal Pictures, Focus Features, DreamWorks Animation, Illumination, Universal Media Studios and Peacock, as well as from select third-party partners.

UPHE distributes through its own operations in parts of North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and South America and through a variety of licensee partnerships across major territories around the world. The Company is leading the way in exploring innovative technologies and in developing and adapting dynamic new windowing strategies and other initiatives for the evolving global home entertainment market.

Its vast 4,000-plus title catalog is among the largest and most celebrated in the industry, comprising a wide variety of titles and genres. Among its most-prized properties are such franchise as The Fast and the Furious, Jurassic, Despicable Me, Minions, Mama Mia!, Downton Abbey, Shrek,  Back To The Future, Jaws, E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial and the legendary classic monster movies; recent films including Wicked, Oppenheimer and The Super Mario Bros. Movie; as well as such acclaimed television series as the Chicago and Law & Order franchises and The Office.

In addition, UPHE is committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) within its operations and content. As part of Universal Pictures, UPHE benefits from the company's comprehensive DE&I initiatives, which aim to create an inclusive environment both on-screen and behind the scenes.

Job Description

The Director, Global Controllership serves as an integral position on the Universal Pictures Home Entertainment (UPHE) Global Controllership team, reporting to the VP, Global Controller.  This role will be responsible for the oversight of the global transactional digital and physical home entertainment business. The ideal candidate will have a controllership background with strong technical skills and familiarity with owning and managing large and complex financial statements. Responsibilities for this role include the monthly and quarterly financial close process, evaluation and adherence to accounting policies and procedures, and integration of the international transactional digital business into UPHE. Additional responsibilities include coaching and developing 2 direct reports and collaborating with UPHE FP&A, UPHE Commercial Analytics, UPHE Digital Ops, Studio Group Controllership, and Global Financial Operations (GFO) team.

Responsibilities:

Integrate International digital business into Home EntertainmentEvaluate, improve and align Domestic and International transactional digital processesSupport and partner with digital business operations on distribution deal negotiation and maintenanceManage and review quarterly balance sheet and variance analysesSupport future SAP S/4 implementationDrive continuous improvement of financial processes and systems to enhance efficiency and reduce riskFacilitate and support both internal and external audit requestsManage ad hoc requests from senior leadership as neededLead and motivate direct reports and a broader staff though leadership, coaching, career development, and performance management

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting or related fieldMinimum of 10 years of experience in Accounting-related experience.  Combination of public accounting and entertainment industry preferredMinimum of 4 years of experience in a people management capacityAdvanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint

Desired Characteristics:

CPA highly preferredExperience with SAP/S4 and AOE preferredExcellent organizational skills, and proven ability to multi-task and effectively manage competing priorities and deadlinesAbility to work in fast-paced and deadline driven environmentSolid interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively across various organizational levelsTeam player with demonstrated ability to motivate and lead multiple team members

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 of the Careers website. Salary range: $140,000 - $160,000 (bonus eligible & long-term incentive eligible).

Additional Information

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.

NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

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].