Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst – Production Music & Classical

Universal Music; Greater London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading music publisher in Greater London is seeking a Production Music & Classical Reporting Analyst to analyze and consolidate financial results. This role involves liaising with finance teams globally and producing senior-level reports with insights. The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified accountant with strong Excel skills and a passion for the music industry. Join a creative environment that values diversity and innovation, offering competitive compensation and a supportive culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous annual leave

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Employee assistance program

Discounts on music merchandise

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant with a strong academic background.
• Experience in financial reporting analysis within a complex organisation.
• Proficiency in Excel with macro-level functionality.

Responsibilities

• Consolidating and analyzing monthly results for production music and classical divisions.
• Producing senior-level reporting packs and commentary for stakeholders.
• Liaising with territory finance contacts for reporting queries and submissions.

Skills

Strong academic background

Experience in financial reporting

Highly proficient in Excel

Excellent communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Meticulous attention to detail

Ability to manage workload under pressure

Interest in the music industry

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Tools

Hyperion products

Financial planning systems

Job description

Music is Universal

Its the passionate and dedicated team at Universal Music who help make us the worlds leading music company. From A&R to finance legal to digital sales to marketing Universal Music is the place to grow and develop your career within a truly commercial and innovative business that leads in everything it does.

Everyone is welcome to apply for our roles and we are determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment because of gender race disability sexual orientation religion belief age marital status background pregnancy or caring responsibilities. We also recognise the importance of diversity of thought within our teams and are fully committed to embracing the talents of people with autism dyslexia ADHD and other forms of neurocognitive variation.

We will always seek to make appropriate adjustments to recruitment workplaces and work processes to be fully inclusive to people with different needs and working styles. If you need us to make any reasonable adjustments for you from application onwards including alternatives to the online form or to disclose a neurocognitive condition please email

About Universal Music Publishing Group UK

Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG) is one of the worlds leading music publishers representing a rich and diverse catalogue of songs from iconic songwriters and contemporary hitmakers alike. At UMPG UK we are proud to work at the heart of the British music industry supporting creative talent across genres generations and cultures.

As a global music publisher with a truly local touch UMPG UK plays a vital role in identifying developing and empowering songwriters to thriveartistically and commercially. Whether its supporting up-and-coming talent or managing the legacies of global icons our work ensures music continues to inspire and resonate around the world.

Explore more about our writers and work at to the Global Finance Team

The Global Finance team at UMPG plays a central role in consolidating financial performance supporting strategic leadership and guiding operational and commercial decisions across our territories. We work closely with the UMPG CFO country Heads of Finance and key business units to ensure our reporting insights and planning drive value and informed decision-making across the organisation.

A Day in the Life of a Production Music & Classical Reporting Analyst

As the Reporting Analyst for Production Music and Classical youll start your day by liaising with local territory finance teams to verify month-end submissions. You might then analyse divisional performance update monthly decks for senior stakeholders or respond to queries from UMPGs senior leadership. Whether its updating reporting templates tracking KPIs or supporting off-cycle projects youll be a key financial point of contact for these divisionsensuring accuracy clarity and insight in every deliverable.

Your impact in role

In this role you will contribute to UMPGs success by :

• Consolidating and analysing monthly results for the Production Music and Classical divisions.
• Producing senior-level reporting packs and commentary for internal stakeholders.
• Acting as the primary liaison with territory finance contacts for reporting queries and submissions.
• Maintaining updating and improving monthly templates and KPIs to ensure consistency and accuracy.
• Supporting senior finance leadership with ad hoc reporting and project needs.
• Contributing to global operational reviews and financial oversight.

Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Compile and analyse monthly submissions across countries for PM & Classical.
• Ensure data integrity and completeness across all supplementary schedules.
• Prepare decks and financial commentary for senior management.
• Manage monthly roll-forward of templates and trackers.
• Liaise with finance colleagues internationally to support a collaborative timely reporting process.
• Maintain KPIs and operational review materials to support insight and decision-making.
• Provide ad hoc financial support and analysis for the Snr Director Global Finance.

Skills and Experience Required

• Strong academic background and fully qualified accountant (ACA ACCA CIMA or equivalent).
• Experience in financial reporting analysis and data consolidation within a global or complex organisation.
• Highly proficient in Excel (including macro-level functionality).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present data clearly.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships across multiple teams and time zones.
• Meticulous attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy.
• Able to manage own workload effectively particularly under pressure and to deadlines.
• A genuine interest in the music industry and enthusiasm for the creative sector.

Desirable

• Experience with Hyperion products or other financial planning systems.
• Familiarity with the global music media or entertainment sectors.

Why Join Our Team

At UMPG UK we combine global scale with local focus to create a uniquely rewarding working culture. Youll join a company where your expertise is valued your ideas are welcomed and your growth is supported.

We offer a diverse inclusive and creative working environment where innovation is encouraged and your work makes a tangible difference to the careers of some of the worlds most talented songwriters.

Whether youre passionate about music finance or boththis is a place where your career can thrive.

About UMG UK

Universal Music Group (UMG) is the worlds leading music company committed to artistry innovation and entrepreneurship. Our extensive catalogue encompasses the most renowned artists globally and we proudly foster a creative environment that values diversity inclusion and excellence. At UMG we believe that our people are the heart of our business and we strive to nurture a dynamic and inclusive workplace culture.

Your Reward and Benefits

At UMG we recognise and reward your contributions through competitive compensation and extensive benefits including :

• Competitive salary reflective of your experience and contribution
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Private healthcare and wellness initiatives
• Pension scheme with employer contributions
• Employee assistance programme and mental health resources
• Discounts on music merchandise events and products

Comprehensive training and career development opportunities

A dynamic and inclusive workplace culture focused on professional growth and well-being

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.

Job Category : Universal Music Group

Required Experience : IC

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1