Sr. Accountant

About Us

NBCUniversal Global TV Distribution is responsible for the licensing and distribution of NBCUniversal product to all forms of television and new media platforms in the U.S., Canada and in over 200 territories internationally. NBCUniversal’s content portfolio includes a vast and diverse library of more than 6,500 feature films and 170,000 television episodes, including current and classic titles, non-scripted programming, kids, sports, news, long-form and short-form programming from Universal Pictures, Focus Features, Universal Television, UCP, Universal International Studios, Sky Studios, NBC Late Night properties, Dream Works Animation, Telemundo, and more, as well as locally produced content from around the world.

Global TV Distribution is a division of Comcast NBCUniversal.

The Senior Accountant will be part of the NBCU Studio Group’s accounting team responsible for the operational accounting of the TV Production division. This role will assist and perform accounting functions such as monthly close, journal entries, account reconciliations and analysis. In addition to regular duties, the position will be charged with ad hoc reporting and finance projects as needed. The Senior Accountant will report to the Sr.

Manager, Accounting.

• Understand the nature of TV licensing contracts and processes for proper billing and revenue recognition in accordance with ASC 606
• Support timely and accurate cash application activities, including research and resolution of discrepancies
• Prepare journal entries and related support
• Prepare all required account reconciliations in accordance with Company policy
• Preparation and correspondence related to external and internal audit requests
• Perform ad hoc reporting and special projects as needed

The responsibilities associated with this position are not limited to the above descriptions and may be modified at any time by the Department or NBCUniversal.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor'sdegreeinAccounting
• 2+ years relevant accounting/finance experience
• Advanced Excel skills, including VLookups, Pivot tables and macros

Desired Characteristics

• CPA preferred
• The ability to plan and organize work to meet tight deadlines.
• Solidorganization and communication skills.
• Exceptional analytical ability and detailed oriented.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team is essential for this fast-paced environment.
• SAP/BW/Vistex experience highly desirable; willingness to learn new systems as necessary.
• Self-Starters who are assertive, enthusiastic, and highly motivated.
• Big 4 and/or Entertainment experience a plus.