Senior Staff Accountant
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Job Location:
Woodland Hills, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 46003 - 85008
Posted on:
18 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We are UMG the Universal Music Group. We are the worlds leading music everything we do we are committed to artistry innovation and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music music publishing merchandising and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters and we produce distribute and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans around the world.
How we LEAD:
Universal Music Group (UMG) currently has an opening for a Senior Accounting position within its Central Accounting Services (CAS) division. This position will support the general accounting close cycle and corporate reporting. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of combined frontline general ledger and/or corporate reporting experience possess a Bachelors degree in Accounting and CPA credentials are preferred.
Our mission in Central Accounting Services is to continually expand our contribution to the organization through team mentorship individual development and creative process improvements. We are looking for an enthusiastic colleague with a dedicated work ethic and sharp mind.
This team works a Hybrid works schedule.
How youll CREATE:
In this role the successful candidate will have the opportunity to participate in a broad array of accounting analysis and reporting activities including:
Assist in the monthly financial close and reporting process:
Prepare and produce accrual journal entries
Prepare management financial packages including financial reports balance sheet reconciliations and supporting analytics to facilitate review of monthly close by senior finance management
Reconcile intercompany accounts; confirm balances prior to final submission
Reconcile Fixed Asset and AR subledgers
Fill out sundry invoices
Analyze overhead activity on weekly basis and post adjusting journal entries
Communicate and follow up with intercompany partners to ensure that open/outstanding issues are solved in the timely manner
Support special projects and process improvement initiatives
Bring your VIBE:
Bachelors Degree in Accounting CPA or MBA preferred
3 to 5 years of broad general ledger accounting or corporate reporting experience; public accounting experience preferred
Experience with SAP or similar general ledger applications
Strong Excel and Word skills required; Macros experience a plus
Experience with HFM preferred
Strong analytical skills required; along with attention to detail and the ability to effectively multi-task and work under pressure to meet deadlines
Possess strong oral and written communication skills
Authorized to work in the US
Perks Playlist:
Be part of an entrepreneurial global organization that values authenticity drive creativity relationships and a competitive spirit
Comprehensive medical dental vision and FSA options as well as:
100% coverage for out-patient mental health services
Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes spa treatments meal services travel and so much more (up to $720/year)
A lifetime fertility support allowance of $30000 to plan participants
Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
100% immediately vested 401(k) match on the first 5% of your contribution on eligible compensation
Variety of ways to prioritize much-needed time away from work including:
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
Check out our full overview of benefits on the Perks Playlist page of the career site.
Disclaimer: This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change.
Universal Music Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an E-Verify employer in Alabama Arizona Georgia Mississippi North Carolina South Carolina Tennessee and Utah.
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Job Category:
Finance & AccountingSalary Range:
$46003 - $85008The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors which may include as applicable the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position years of relevant experience specific and unique skills level of education attained certifications or other professional licenses held and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. All candidates are encouraged to apply.
Required Experience:
Staff IC
Key Skills
- Balance Sheet Reconciliation
- General Ledger Reconciliation
- Accounting Software
- Account Analysis
- GAAP
- QuickBooks
- Pivot tables
- General Ledger Accounting
- Accounting
- Sage
- Account Reconciliation
- Microsoft Dynamics GP
About Company
Universal Music Group is the world’s leading music company. We own and operate a broad array of businesses in more than 60 countries.
