Manager, Technical Accounting & Policy

Job Description

Job Description
Role Purpose:
Reporting to the Director of Technical Accounting and Policy, the Manager, Technical Accounting and Policy, will be responsible for preparing and analyzing financial reports that support strategic decision-making and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. This role involves overseeing compliance with accounting standards and will serve as a key resource for technical accounting issues, including the interpretation and application of accounting principles, standards, and regulations.

Responsibilities:
• Research and perform data comparisons and audits, providing corrective measures to ensure accuracy and validity of data reported from Business Units throughout NBCU.
• Manage NBCU's lease database including the data inputs and outputs and resulting monthly journal entries.
• Field questions from the BU HQ operating lease contacts and direct accordingly.
• Review documents to identify accounting issues and propose solutions or alternatives.
• Perform appropriate research, documentation and accounting resolution for new and/or proposed transactions. Support analysis for complex transactions and accounting issues, providing guidance on appropriate treatment and documentation.
• Assist with the end-to-end implementation of accounting policies and best practices. Support communication across the organization and present position to wide audience.
• Participate in business process re-design to support a Global Controllership organization.
• Assist in performing complex analysis and interpretation of data to identify trends, potential impacts, and areas requiring special consideration.
• Support accurate financial reporting across NBCU.
• Ensure accuracy in financial reporting and compliance with accounting standards such as GAAP or IFRS.
• Collaborate with various departments to gather necessary financial data and provide insights that aid in operational efficiency and profitability.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.
Qualifications
Basic Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) in Accounting and 5+ years of work experience within big four professional accounting firms
• Solid knowledge of US GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and internal controls over financial reporting
• CPA license required to be maintained

Desired Characteristics:
• Positive and willingness to collaborate across various working groups
• Demonstrates a high degree of technical proficiency and experience with complex accounting research and technical accounting activities
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate at all levels
• Positive sense of ownership and commitment to achieving results
• Advanced Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills
• Skilled project management experience with an ability to multitask and work on several projects, ensuring processes are followed and deadlines are met
• Ability to multi-task and take ownership for areas of responsibility
This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office, in New York, NY, 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: $85,000 - $115,000 (bonus eligible).

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-23o9p6-3-142-201-19-42 in your application.