Job Description

The Vice President will serve as an integral business partner in the operational accounting aspects of the SpinCo TV Networks’ business units. The Vice President reports to the Chief Accounting Officer, SpinCo and acts as a key advisor to finance leadership on all accounting matters. This role partners with business unit counterparts on all operational accounting processes, monthly and quarterly close coordination, reporting and the assessment and validation of internal control activities. This individual will also act as a conduit for corporate accounting initiatives and aid in the development of global processes and standardization of policies. The role is also an additional key point of contact between the business units and corporate controllership.

_ Responsibilities:_

• Oversee the controllership group for TV Networks as a key leader in Chief Accounting Officer organization.
• Oversee that all transactions are recorded, documented, reviewed and supported in accordance with company policies, generally accepted accounting principles and SOX controls.
• Partner as trusted advisor with the TV Networks CFO on issues concerning reporting and controls to guide and counsel.
• Assist the TV Networks CFO and other members of senior management with the formulation of financial and operational policy matters.
• Participate in monthly/quarterly closing processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness in financial information. Perform financial statement reviews (i.e. Balance Sheet, Income Statement and Cash Flows).
• Assess control environment through review of control activities; identify and concentrate on improvement opportunities in key, high risk areas.
• Ensure that operational and design effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting is maintained and support Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance.
• Manage both external and internal audits for TV Networks.
• Ensure the accurate and timely preparation and delivery of all regular and ad hoc management reports.
• Mentor and develop staff using a supportive and collaborative approach: assign accountabilities; set objectives; establish priorities; and monitor and evaluate results
• Collaborate with controllership team and IT on reporting system enhancements (e.g. amortization systems)

Qualifications

_ Required Qualifications:_

• Minimum of 12 years of relevant accounting/controller senior management experience with a track record of managing high-performing teams.
• Direct experience working in a complex, large scale accounting and finance environment.
• Demonstrated background and knowledge of US GAAP and SOX.
• CPA required.

_ Desired Characteristics:_

• Strong communicator able to build consensus and drive results through collaboration, influence, and persuasion.
• Proven business partner with the ability to lead change and counsel effectively across business divisions.
• Big 4 Accounting firm experience a plus.
• SAP experience preferred.
• Relevant media or cable industry experience preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance.

_ Additional Requirements:_

• Hybrid : This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. Subject to change based on Manager discussion or business need.

Salary range: $180,000 - $240,000 (bonus and 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.

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 AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.

Although you'll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job likely will transition to SpinCo in the future. By joining at this pivotal time, you'll be a part of this exciting company as it takes shape.