Global Financial Reporting Analyst

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The role is a post-qualified position within the Global Finance team reporting to the Global Financial Reporting Manager. The Global Financial Reporting team is responsible for: the consolidation of the global operating company results preparation of the Groups financial statements review of the financial reporting of the operating companies communicating the results to the corporate shareholders and providing analysis and presentations on group financial reporting to management. The team also closely supports the UMG CFO and UMG Board and provides assistance to the Heads of Finance in the operating companies.

As an Analyst within the team the role will focus on supporting the delivery of the groups financial reporting process completion of key month-end processes and analysis (including consolidation entries) and supporting on the practical implementation of the Group Accounting Policies.

Fulfilling these key responsibilities will require liaising closely with several other teams and functions within the Global Finance department.

Key Responsibilities.

• Support in the development analysis review and presentation of the Group Management Accounts Financial Statements and other financial KPIs to be shared with key senior management.

• Ensuring completion of key month-end processes and Group level analysis including but not limited to intercompany reconciliation & eliminations and other consolidation entries and central adjustments.

• Responsibility for functional processes as part of the UMG NV consolidation.

• Ownership of specific Balance Sheet analysis areas for monthly and quarterly reporting.

• Support Reporting Teams review implementation and monitoring of financial controls and control environment on a continuous basis.

• Supporting on Financial Reporting policy matters where they arise for example within Music Catalogue or Investment transaction activity.

• Support in maintenance of internal chart of accounts and financial group reporting structures.

• Assist with the audit process for the Group.

• Provide additional off-cycle support to line manager and other senior members of the Global Financial Reporting team.

Person specification

Essential

• A relevant qualification (ACA ACCA CIMA or equivalent) with experience in financial controls and accounting either from within business or as an auditor.

• Experience in financial reporting requirements specifically IFRS and interpretation of new standards

• Ability to work in a team environment and work alongside to colleagues at all levels.

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in written form. In addition must be able to explain/present results (especially financial) in a clear accurate and concise form.

• Strong planning and organisational skills with ability to manage own workload in a pressurised environment and work to tight deadlines.

• Experience in using innovative technical solutions to drive efficiencies and solve problems.

• Ability to apply knowledge from previous global experiences and share knowledge and insight.

• Ability to build and sustain strong relationships with colleagues and lead firmwide teams of mixed grades and experience.

• Strong interpersonal skills necessary to develop strong relationships with colleagues from the different territories within Universal Music.

• Excellent analytical skills and experience building excel spreadsheets up to macro level.

• Interest in music with an enthusiasm to work within the industry.

Desirable

• Knowledge of Hyperion products would be advantageous.

Just So You Know

The company presents this job description as a guide to the major areas and duties for which the jobholder is accountable. However the business operates in an environment that demands change and the jobholders specific responsibilities and activities will vary and develop. Therefore the job description should be seen as indicative and not as a permanent definitive and exhaustive statement.

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