Analyst, Finance - Santa Monica, 90404

Universal Music Group
Santa Monica, CA

Analyst, Finance - Santa Monica, 90404, United States of America

How we LEAD:
UMG is seeking a Financial Analyst who play a critical role in maintaining the accuracy of financial data through journal entry preparation and review, and account reconciliations. The role focuses on revenue, cash, receivable, and deferred income accounts, and will support both day-to-day accounting operations and broader financial analysis. The role will also liaise closely with the Royalty Department to ensure accurate financial reporting to writers.

How you’ll CREATE:

  • Prepare, enter, and review journal entries .
  • Support the month-end close processes , ensuring deadlines are met and financial data is complete and accurate
  • Perform account reconciliations for cash, accounts receivables, and deferred income accounts.
  • Use SAP and BI Tools (i.e. Domo) to extract, reconcile, and analyze financial data and support reporting needs
  • Work with cross-functional teams (Royalty) to align accounting records with royalty income and payment cycles
  • Maintain supporting documentation and ensure compliance with internal controls and audit requirements
  • Contribute to ongoing improvements in financial systems, processes, and documentation standards

Bring your VIBE:

  • Bachelor’s degree (in Accounting or Finance preferred)
  • Excel – intermediate to advanced proficiency (pivot tables, formulas, lookups)
  • 1–2 years of hands-on accounting experience, including preparing journal entries and account reconciliations
  • Solid understanding of GAAP and/or royalty accounting is highly preferred.
  • Comfortable working with large volumes of data.
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
  • Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems is a plus
  • Interest or background in music publishing and royalties is a plus

Posted 2025-09-10

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