About the role

Vice President of Finance managing monthly business reporting and analysis at Universal Music Group. Developing financial models, insights, and supporting growth initiatives with strategic partnerships.

Responsibilities

Manage monthly business reporting and analysis, in partnership with key business stakeholders, to support growth initiatives.
Develop and enhance key financial models and databases.
Collect, analyze, and report key performance indicators highlighting actionable insights.
Provide financial guidance on music and merchandise pricing in retail and D2C channels.
Prepare executive financial review materials.
Develop ad hoc analyses to support management decision-making.
Assist with review of contractual profit split & distribution statements.
Liaise with external partners on statement and artist performance questions.
Special projects as required, including working with other departments across UMG & external partners.

Music industry experience preferred.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required.
Minimum 10 years’ experience in FP&A, strategic analysis, and/or accounting roles.
Hyperion Financial Management/Smartview Reporting, SAP and BPC planning financial application experience/knowledge preferred.
Proficiency with MS Office products including advance skills in Excel and PowerPoint.
Great organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize based on evolving workload.
Strong communication skills with the ability to relay information to executives and management, while being sensitive to confidential information.
Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills, including adaptability, personal effectiveness, and the ability to establish quick rapport.
Must be a self-starter with the ability to prioritize and effectively follow through under pressure and/or tight deadlines.
Strong knowledge of IFRS and GAAP required; CPA experience preferred.

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Including 100% coverage for out-patient in-network mental health services
Fertility coverage for eligible medical plan participants
Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes, spa treatments, meal services, travel, and so much more (up to $720/year)
Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
401(k) with 100% immediate vesting on the first 5% of your contributions, plus an additional UMG contribution
A 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