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Manager, Global Controls and Assurance

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In-Office
Santa Monica, CA, USA
119K-165K Annually
Senior level
In-Office
Santa Monica, CA, USA
119K-165K Annually
Senior level
Manage the Internal Control Assurance Program by developing standards, executing tests, and improving controls while collaborating with business functions and facilitating training.
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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.
 

The Universal Music Group Internal Control Assurance Department is a recently created team comprised of in-house professionals located at UMG’s Corporate Headquarters in Hilversum, the Netherlands. The department is a true ‘second line of defense’ function and, amongst other things, is responsible for defining internal control requirements, guidance and training. The department deploys different types of monitoring procedures to assess the ongoing effectiveness of the company’s risk and internal control systems. The team reports into the Global Head of Controls Assurance.

In their role, team members acquire a strong knowledge of the group, its activities and operations which place them in a strong position to evolve into internal finance management positions in the future.

How you'll LEAD:

  • Support in developing, enhancing and executing the annual Internal Control Assurance Programme

  • Support in developing and implementing continuous improvements in the internal control assurance program

  • Develop (process) control standards and related testing plans to address existing and new risks

  • Develop, optimize, and execute test plans to evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of controls

  • Proactively follow-up and track identified remediation plans required in Operating Companies

  • Assist Operating Companies with the identification of process control improvement opportunities

  • Perform deep dive controls assessment for assigned areas

  • Independently review balance sheets and account reconciliations

  • Proactively manage relationships with business functions, IT and other compliance teams

  • The role will involve an amount of international travel

  • Drive continuous improvements in the internal control assurance program

  • Manage and monitor progress annual verification of control effectiveness by Operating Companies across the region

  • Develop and manage the process of monitoring change in company operations and impact on control environment

  • Plan and perform reviews of regional Operating Companies control processes and documentation

  • Manage day to day relationships with management members and provide guidance and advice

  • Facilitate trainings of internal control related topics to Corporate functions and Operating Companies/ Business Units in the region

  • Proactively manage relationships with business functions, IT and other compliance teams in the region

Bring your VIBE:

  • A minimum of 8 years of experience in a combination of  public accounting, Internal Control and/or Internal Audit

  • Prior working experience in finance roles is an advantage

  • Prior experience working in a global multinational company

  • Degree from a major university with a major in Accounting, Finance, or Business

  • Certified Public Accountant and/or other professional certification such as CFE or CIA preferred

  • Multilingual: Fluent in English. Another language is an advantage, Spanish is highly desirable

  • Experience with data analytic tools is an advantage

  • Strong understanding of governance and internal control regulations, including COSO

  • Good understanding of accounting principles, preferably under IFRS

  • Knowledge of the role of IT General Controls and application controls

  • Understanding of operational risk areas and related control strategies

  • Experience with SAP ERP, BPC and Hyperion FM is an advantage

  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

  • Strong organizational skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks concurrently

  • Effective in working collaboratively with cross functional team members and with external partners

  • Ability to travel internationally, primarily withing the region, and work independently

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.

Please note, UMG is not enrolled in E-Verify in California and New York, and cannot support employment of candidates whose employer must enroll in E-Verify, for example candidates on STEM-OPT.

For more information, please click on the following links.

E-Verify Participation Poster: English / Spanish

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Job Category:
Finance & Accounting

Salary Range:

$119,200 - $165,000

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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