Vice President, Finance job opportunity at Universal Music Group.

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Universal Music Group Vice President, Finance
Experience: 7-years
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We are UMG, the Universal Music Group. We are the world’s leading music company. In 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: UMG is currently looking for a Vice President, Finance based in our NYC office. The ideal candidate is an experienced entertainment finance executive with a strong FP&A and accounting foundation and the ability to translate financial performance into strategic direction profitability in a creative and entrepreneurial environment. This is not a remote position and will be required to be in the office four days a week (Monday–Thursday). How You’ll CREATE: Serve as a financial partner to business unit leadership, influencing creative, commercial, and operational strategy.  Provide strategic oversight and governance of the monthly close in partnership with CFO, department head and corporate accounting.  ·                Translate financial insights into strategic recommendations for repertoire investment, marketing, and catalog monetization. ·                Responsible for the accuracy of financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) and quarterly/annual projections.  ·                Manage preparation of the annual plan, monthly forecasts, and variance analysis for Corporate and Business Unit management.  ·                Create executive-level financial presentations that frame insights, risks, and strategic opportunities for the CFO and C-suite. ·                Provide oversight and direction on financial modeling and analytical tools, ensuring high-quality, scalable solutions. ·                Provide financial recommendations on pricing, margin strategy, and commercial optimization across retail, streaming, and D2C channels ·                Oversee performance metrics, identifying strategic trends in margin, artist investment, and cash flow to guide support financial recommendations.  ·                Partner with UMG Compliance and Audit teams to ensure strong financial controls, governance, and audit processes that effectively manage risk. ·                Responsible for the development of reporting and analyses that inform strategic decisions for internal leadership and external partners ·                Partner with department head to ensure financial review of contractual profit splits and distribution statements are accurate and provide aligned to business strategies.  Responsible for additional projects, as requested, working across UMG central departments & external partners. Bring Your VIBE: BA in Finance or Accounting; MBA or CPA preferred. 7+ years experience in FP&A and accounting roles, experience in the music is strongly preferred; entertainment or media industry experience will be considered Expertise in financial planning (including monthly and quarterly close), forecasting, reporting, and analysis with experience influencing executive-level decisions Must have experience in managing business unit expenses and P&Ls Strong knowledge of financial systems preferred (Hyperion Financial Management/Smartview Reporting, SAP and BPC) and ability to oversee complex financial models and reporting tools. Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint for executive-level presentations and scenario modeling. Strong communication skills with the ability to present complex financial information to senior executives, cross-functional partners, and external stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to influence decision-making at the senior leadership level and drive results in a fast-paced, creative environment. Strong interpersonal and collaborative kills, including adaptability, personal effectiveness, and the ability to establish quick rapport. Proven ability to manage competing priorities across multiple business units under tight deadlines in a high-pressure environment.  Must be a self-starter with exceptional follow-up skills and proven track of delivering key deliverables in a timely manner. Must be able to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and tact.  Perks Playlist: Join an entrepreneurial, global organization where authenticity, boldness, creativity, connection, drive, and insight aren’t just values—they’re how we work every day. Here are some of the ways we support you along the way (and just a few of the benefits we offer): 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 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. For more information, please click on the following links. E-Verify Participation Poster:  English / Spanish E-Verify Right to Work Poster:  English  |  Spanish Job Category: Finance & Accounting Salary Range: $117,000 - $225,482 The 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.

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