Vice President, Finance, Business Reporting & Analysis

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.
 

How you’ll CREATE:

• Manage monthly business reporting and analysis, in partnership with key business stakeholders, to support growth initiatives.  
• Develop and enhance key financial models and databases.
• Collect, analyze, and report key performance indicators highlighting actionable insights.
• Provide financial guidance on music and merchandise pricing in retail and D2C channels.
• Prepare executive financial review materials.
• Develop ad hoc analyses to support management decision-making.
• Assist with review of contractual profit split & distribution statements.  Liaise with external partners on statement and artist performance questions.
• Special projects as required, including working with other departments across UMG & external partners.

Bring your VIBE:

• Music industry experience preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in FP&A, strategic analysis, and/or accounting roles.
• Hyperion Financial Management/Smartview Reporting, SAP and BPC planning financial application experience/knowledge preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Office products including advance skills in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Great organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize based on evolving workload.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to relay information to executives and management, while being sensitive to confidential information.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills, including adaptability, personal effectiveness, and the ability to establish quick rapport.
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to prioritize and effectively follow through under pressure and/or tight deadlines.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and GAAP required; CPA experience preferred.

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.
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Salary Range:

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.