Universal Music Group · 13 hours ago
Senior Director, General Accounting
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$117K/yr - $225K/yr
7+ years expUniversal Music Group is the world’s leading music company, committed to artistry, innovation, and entrepreneurship. The Senior Director of General Accounting will oversee financial activities, ensuring accuracy and integrity in reporting, while leading a team to drive improvements in accounting processes and stakeholder collaboration.
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Responsibilities
Oversee preparation of management and statutory reports and ensure alignment with UMG policies and department requirements
Ensure the accuracy and completeness of internal and external financial reporting through robust review procedures, reconciliations, and variance analysis
Effectively manage and coordinate task schedules of on- and off-shore team members to drive timely and efficient completion of month-end close activities
Monitor effectiveness of close operations and drives continuous improvement initiatives
Lead the resolution of complex close-related matters, ensuring standardized processes and consistent application across all teams
Advise stakeholders on the interpretation and application of existing accounting policies and the impact of new or amended accounting standards
Cultivate strategic partnerships across UMG departments and with external stakeholders
Manage external and internal auditor relationships and assist with resolution of audit findings
Champion the use of financial analytics in support of business decisions
Oversee applicable control environment, ensuring controls remain effective and relevant
Assist the evaluation and implementation of new technologies or systems to improve efficiency and accuracy
Lead initiatives to automate processes and optimize system workflows
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
Minimum 7 years of cost accounting or general ledger accounting in a managerial position
Proficiency with ERP/accounting software (SAP preferred) and financial reporting platforms (e.g., HFM)
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with data analysis
Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, ability to effectively multi-task and work under pressure to meet deadlines
Strong oral and written communication skills
Authorized to work in the US
Preferred
CPA or MBA strongly preferred
Public accounting experience is a plus
Prior experience in music and/or entertainment is highly preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Including 100% coverage for out-patient in-network mental health services
Fertility coverage for eligible medical plan participants
Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes, spa treatments, meal services, travel, and so much more (up to $720/year)
Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
401(k) with 100% immediate vesting on the first 5% of your contributions, plus an additional UMG contribution
Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) for exempt employees
3-weeks PTO for non-exempt employees
2-weeks paid Winter Break
10 Company Holidays (including Juneteenth and Wellbeing Day)
Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day)
Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent
Company
Universal Music Group
Universal Music Group is a music-based entertainment company that offers music recording, publishing, and merchandising services worldwide. It is a sub-organization of Leviy Publishing.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$8.65BKey Investors
William AckmanTencent
2023-06-06Post Ipo Debt· $802.31M
2021-09-21IPO
2021-06-21Secondary Market· $4.17B
Leadership Team
Devraj Sanyal
Chairman & CEO, Universal Music Group, India & South Asia; SVP Strategy "AMEA"
Timothy Xu
Chairman and CEO
Recent News
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