NBCUniversal
Revenue Accountant
NBCUniversal, Miami, Florida, us, 33222
As one of the world’s premier entertainment portfolios,
NBCUniversal International Networks & Direct-to-Consumer
delivers quality content and compelling brands to over 160 territories across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Latin America and Asia Pacific. Delivering a full range of entertainment experiences to local audiences across the globe, the unique brands include UNIVERSAL TV, SYFY, E! Entertainment Television, 13TH STREET, DIVA, Studio Universal, Telemundo, Bravo and DreamWorks.
Universal+
(a hybrid linear and non-linear service) aggregates the group’s brands on affiliate platforms, offering subscribers both live programming and an extensive range of compelling VOD content, including territory premieres and full boxsets, available all in one place. NBCU’s direct-to-consumer activity outside the US includes
hayu , the all-reality SVOD service available in 27 territories – including the UK, Canada and across Europe and Asia Pacific – as well as the upcoming launch of
Peacock
on Sky in late 2021.NBCUniversal is one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies in the development, production, and marketing of entertainment, news and information to a global audience. NBCUniversal owns and operates a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment television networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group, world-renowned theme parks, and a premium ad-supported streaming service. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.Job Description
The Revenue Accountant is responsible for accurate end to end accounting for the billing to cash processes for all revenue streams, Direct Ad Sales, Ad Sales representations, Affiliate sales for PayTV & Premium Channels as well as Direct to Consumer revenues, in accordance with US GAAP across all entities within the LatAm Hub & Spanish LatAm joint venture (SPL). This position will report to the Senior Accounting Manager, currently based in the UK, and the position will also work closely with the Revenue, FP&A and Accounting team in Miami and the Billing & Collections team in Mexico.Job Duties:Prepares, posts and reviews various journal entries across all revenue streams, impaired revenue, sales commissions & incentives as well as bad debt & withholding taxesEnd to end ownership of Ad Sales Representations process including accounting for commissions and the monthly reconciliation process with partners across LatAmKey contributor across all revenue related balances including statutory accounts process and corporate reporting requirementsPrepare and review revenue related account reconciliations.Prepare and present variance analysis files across P&L and Balance Sheet reviews, detailing key drivers and additional business context for variances.Analyses, records and reconciles agency incentives to ensure timely settlements and accurate reportingPrepare monthly withholding tax file and provide comments on any variancesReview Ad Sales pacing information, records journal entries and prepares reconciliations to ensure accuracyPresents monthly closing analysis and risks and opportunities to the Regional Financial Controller and VP of FinanceReconciles inter-company accounts and settlements with regional Ad SalesComplies with GAAP, internal company policies, and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) controls.Prepares subscriber and revenue trend analysis for month-end reportingRecord and reconcile the Brazilian Ancine fund and liaise with the business to allocate funds to local productions in a timely mannerReview and approve affiliate billing proposalsTrack and report marketing funds where they pertain to revenue targetsBuild relationships with key stakeholders – including Billing & Collections team, sales & legal teams, International Networks controllership team and outsource partnersAssist the revenue and accounting teams, as well as internal departments such as Ad Sales, Affiliates and Marketing with ad-hoc requests.Assist the Senior Accounting Manager in ad hoc finance projects such as systems implementation to drive controllership, simplification, and automation improvements.Qualifications
Basic Requirements:CPA or Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related fieldProficiency in Microsoft Office, ERP applications (SAP ECC), Multidimensional Reporting (SAP BPC, BW/BI)Effective analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to provide actionable recommendationsLanguage: Fluent in English and Spanish; Portuguese is a plusDesired Characteristics:Experience in working in a Media Entertainment environment and/or working with multiple marketsDemonstrated ability to deliver while working under time pressure on multiple assignmentsHighly effective problem solving and organizational skillsExcellent attention to detail with proven ability to resolve problemsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to adapt and work well in a rapidly changing environmentExperience in Finance transformation and process improvement a plusSolid knowledge of US GAAP and financial regulations; experience with Latin American financial regulations is a plus.Additional Requirements:This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through
www.nbcunicareers.com
to be consideredMust be willing to work in Miami, FL, USAMust be 18 years or olderMust have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United StatesMust be covered by Solutions, NBCU’s Alternative Dispute Resolution ProgramAdditional Information
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.If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access nbcunicareers.com as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by emailing AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.
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NBCUniversal International Networks & Direct-to-Consumer
delivers quality content and compelling brands to over 160 territories across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Latin America and Asia Pacific. Delivering a full range of entertainment experiences to local audiences across the globe, the unique brands include UNIVERSAL TV, SYFY, E! Entertainment Television, 13TH STREET, DIVA, Studio Universal, Telemundo, Bravo and DreamWorks.
Universal+
(a hybrid linear and non-linear service) aggregates the group’s brands on affiliate platforms, offering subscribers both live programming and an extensive range of compelling VOD content, including territory premieres and full boxsets, available all in one place. NBCU’s direct-to-consumer activity outside the US includes
hayu , the all-reality SVOD service available in 27 territories – including the UK, Canada and across Europe and Asia Pacific – as well as the upcoming launch of
Peacock
on Sky in late 2021.NBCUniversal is one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies in the development, production, and marketing of entertainment, news and information to a global audience. NBCUniversal owns and operates a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment television networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group, world-renowned theme parks, and a premium ad-supported streaming service. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.Job Description
The Revenue Accountant is responsible for accurate end to end accounting for the billing to cash processes for all revenue streams, Direct Ad Sales, Ad Sales representations, Affiliate sales for PayTV & Premium Channels as well as Direct to Consumer revenues, in accordance with US GAAP across all entities within the LatAm Hub & Spanish LatAm joint venture (SPL). This position will report to the Senior Accounting Manager, currently based in the UK, and the position will also work closely with the Revenue, FP&A and Accounting team in Miami and the Billing & Collections team in Mexico.Job Duties:Prepares, posts and reviews various journal entries across all revenue streams, impaired revenue, sales commissions & incentives as well as bad debt & withholding taxesEnd to end ownership of Ad Sales Representations process including accounting for commissions and the monthly reconciliation process with partners across LatAmKey contributor across all revenue related balances including statutory accounts process and corporate reporting requirementsPrepare and review revenue related account reconciliations.Prepare and present variance analysis files across P&L and Balance Sheet reviews, detailing key drivers and additional business context for variances.Analyses, records and reconciles agency incentives to ensure timely settlements and accurate reportingPrepare monthly withholding tax file and provide comments on any variancesReview Ad Sales pacing information, records journal entries and prepares reconciliations to ensure accuracyPresents monthly closing analysis and risks and opportunities to the Regional Financial Controller and VP of FinanceReconciles inter-company accounts and settlements with regional Ad SalesComplies with GAAP, internal company policies, and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) controls.Prepares subscriber and revenue trend analysis for month-end reportingRecord and reconcile the Brazilian Ancine fund and liaise with the business to allocate funds to local productions in a timely mannerReview and approve affiliate billing proposalsTrack and report marketing funds where they pertain to revenue targetsBuild relationships with key stakeholders – including Billing & Collections team, sales & legal teams, International Networks controllership team and outsource partnersAssist the revenue and accounting teams, as well as internal departments such as Ad Sales, Affiliates and Marketing with ad-hoc requests.Assist the Senior Accounting Manager in ad hoc finance projects such as systems implementation to drive controllership, simplification, and automation improvements.Qualifications
Basic Requirements:CPA or Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related fieldProficiency in Microsoft Office, ERP applications (SAP ECC), Multidimensional Reporting (SAP BPC, BW/BI)Effective analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to provide actionable recommendationsLanguage: Fluent in English and Spanish; Portuguese is a plusDesired Characteristics:Experience in working in a Media Entertainment environment and/or working with multiple marketsDemonstrated ability to deliver while working under time pressure on multiple assignmentsHighly effective problem solving and organizational skillsExcellent attention to detail with proven ability to resolve problemsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to adapt and work well in a rapidly changing environmentExperience in Finance transformation and process improvement a plusSolid knowledge of US GAAP and financial regulations; experience with Latin American financial regulations is a plus.Additional Requirements:This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through
www.nbcunicareers.com
to be consideredMust be willing to work in Miami, FL, USAMust be 18 years or olderMust have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United StatesMust be covered by Solutions, NBCU’s Alternative Dispute Resolution ProgramAdditional Information
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.If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access nbcunicareers.com as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by emailing AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.
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