Assistant, Accounting Analyst – Santa Monica, California
Santa Monica, CA, United States
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.
Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG) is the leading global music publisher with more than 57 offices in 47 countries. UMPG has some of the most important contemporary songwriters and artists on its global roster. UMPG is also the leading production music group in the world with a diverse and comprehensive portfolio of UPPM-owned repertoire. UPPM is the preeminent supplier of high-level production music throughout the world and serves the burgeoning business that creates, produces, and licenses music for use in film/TV, advertising, broadcast and corporate clients. How we LEAD: We are seeking a highly motived Assistant Accounting Analyst to join our North America Finance team. This position will report to and work closely with the Head of Finance, as well as provide support for and with work in coordination with other finance analysts in the department. How you'll CREATE: Assist in the day to day administrative support and reporting analysis for the North America Finance team
Prepare and/or update financial schedules using Excel, including monthly report / journal entry preparation, downloading reports from general ledger, accounting inquiry support
Assist in monthly close and forecast process by updating financial schedules, compiling financial reporting packages and providing variance analysis assistance
Run reports from UMPG’s internal Business Intelligence and royalty system to assist with financial reporting
Compile and distribute monthly T&E reports to department heads
Maintain division organizational charts and headcount overviews
Liaise with other UMPG Departments for expense / billing support inquiries
Coordinate travel arrangements, compose travel itinerary and manage/update calendars for internal meetings
Maintain and submit expense reports for department head in a timely fashion
Other duties include special projects and ad-hoc requests as assigned, including organizing department team events
Bring your VIBE: 1-2 years relevant experience in the finance industry with a strong interest in accounting
Bachelor’s degree, including some accounting classes preferred, accounting/finance internships is a plus
Proficient in Microsoft Office with strong Excel skills (pivot tables, advanced formulas, ability to handle formula errors)
Self-motivated, proactive, and resourceful
Takes initiative, can learn to work independently
Must think independently and critically, and possess excellent oral and written communication skills
Solid analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Music industry knowledge is a plus
Perks Playlist: Be part of an entrepreneurial, global organization that values authenticity, drive, creativity, relationships, and a competitive spirit
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and FSA options, as well as: 100% coverage for out-patient mental health services
Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes, spa treatments, meal services, travel, and so much more (up to $720/year)
A lifetime fertility support allowance of $30,000 to plan participants
Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
100% immediately vested 401(k) match on the first 5% of your contribution on eligible compensation
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 Paid Holidays (including Juneteenth and Wellbeing Day)
Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day)
Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent
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: $38,264 - $62,370 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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