VP of Finance, Apparel & Growth Strategy

Universal Music Group; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 154,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) with company contributions

Wellbeing programs and fitness stipend

Generous paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Universal Music Group seeks a seasoned Vice President, Finance to drive profitability and strategic decision-making across a global merchandise and apparel business operating through eCommerce, wholesale, retail, licensing and touring channels.

You will own financial planning, product and channel profitability, inventory costing, and management reporting, partnering with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to optimize revenue growth and working capital.

Qualifications

• Senior financial leader with experience in multi-channel apparel/merchandise businesses.
• Expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning.
• Strong ability to evaluate deals, royalties, licensing, and working capital.

Responsibilities

• Lead annual budget, long-range plan, and reforecasts.
• Partner with commercial leaders to set revenue targets and margins.
• Develop profitability reporting by artist and business line; analyze pricing and inventory impact.
• Provide variance analyses and actionable recommendations to senior management.

Skills

Financial leadership

FP&A

Budgeting

Forecasting

Profitability analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or business administration

Tools

SAP

BPC

Oracle HFM

Job description

Universal Music Group seeks a seasoned Vice President, Finance to drive profitability and strategic decision-making across a global merchandise and apparel business operating through eCommerce, wholesale, retail, licensing and touring channels.

You will own financial planning, product and channel profitability, inventory costing, and management reporting, partnering with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to optimize revenue growth and working capital.