Finance Coordinator

NBC Universal; California; On-site; USD 49,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Production Finance Coordinator to support finance executives in a dynamic environment. This role involves coordinating payroll, auditing financial documents, and providing essential administrative assistance. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and organizational skills, with a solid understanding of production finance. Join a company that values diversity and offers a hybrid work model, allowing you to thrive both in the office and remotely. This position offers competitive benefits and a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid leave

Tuition reimbursement

Discounts on various services

Qualifications

• Preferred Bachelor's Degree in relevant field.
• 1+ year of experience in finance or production.

Responsibilities

• Set up show accountants with required hardware and software.
• Coordinate payroll and audit purchasing cards for compliance.
• Assist Production Finance Executives with various tasks.

Skills

Excel

Microsoft Word

VISTA production accounting software

Basic accounting principles

Communication skills

Organization skills

Time management skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

VISTA

Job description

Company Description

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('SpinCo') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

About Universal Studio Group

Universal Studio Group is the umbrella brand that houses NBCUniversal's four television studios: Universal Television, UCP, Universal Television Alternative Studio and Universal International Studios. Collectively, the four premium studio brands produce over 3,000 hours of programming currently airing or streaming around the globe and own one of the largest libraries in the world with over 130,000 episodes of television. Led by Chairman Pearlena Igbokwe, USG collaborates with some of the industry's most visionary storytellers to champion a diverse slate of ambitious, creative and passionate projects. Current hits include Dick Wolf's "Law & Order," "One Chicago" and "FBI"-branded series, Emmy Award-winning "Hacks," "The Umbrella Academy," "The Equalizer," "Ted," "Apples Never Fall," "We Are Lady Parts," "The Wall" and longtime NBC favorite "Hollywood Game Night." Universal Studio Group continues to house some of the greatest contemporary shows in television history, including "The Office," "Parks and Recreation," "Suits," "The Good Place," "Will & Grace," "Law & Order," "Monk," "Psych," "Friday Night Lights," "Parenthood," "Battlestar Galactica," "House," "Mr. Robot" and "Downton Abbey." Universal Studio Group is a division of NBCUniversal, one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies.

Job Description

Job Summary:

The Production Finance Coordinator will support three Production Finance Executives and productions that they are currently assigned. This position interacts with all of the shows on a daily basis.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Set up show accountants and their staff with all required hardware, software and forms
• Coordination of weekly payroll, disbursement of pay checks, upload payroll invoices into VISTA
• Audit all purchasing cards and petty cash envelopes for accuracy and compliance with UTV policies in prep and wrap
• Submit all purchasing card applications to the administrator and verify all approvals
• Prepare and book journal entries, including recoupments
• Request wire transfers
• Run various VISTA reports as required by Production Financial Executive
• Manage all mail and federal express packages that are received and shipped daily
• Daily communication with the accounting staffs working in the field
• Handles production accounting functions prior to the start of the production accounting staff
• Assist in the running of reports during quarterly and yearly close
• Run ad hoc reports
• Assist Production Financial Executive or Production accountants with SAP inquiries and/or reports
• Manage master Show assignment and Show Calendar
• General processing of information; facilitation and distribution
• Provide administrative assistance as needed to Production Finance Executives as well as Production Finance Associates

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• Preferred Bachelor's Degree
• Knowledge of Excel, Microsoft Word, and Vista production accounting software
• 1+ year of experience working in industry finance or production experience
• Basic knowledge of show payroll and completion of employment forms
• Understand basic accounting principles

Desired Characteristics:

• Exceptional communication skills
• Detail orientated
• Team player
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Ability to multi-task in fast paced environment
• Ability to prioritize and work well under pressure
• High integrity individual with ability to maintain confidential information

Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $49,920 - $62,400.

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [e-mail].