Accounts Payable Analyst, Operations

Company Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit for more information.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Role Purpose:

The Global Accounts Payable Analyst, Operations will be a fast, clear and independent thinker who is naturally curious about end-to-end processes, has an analytical mindset and has the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, customer-centric and ever-changing environment.

The Global Accounts Payable Analyst, Operations will work closely with the Global Accounts Payable Senior Manager – Operations and the business process outsourcer (BPO). This role will provide exceptional service and adhere to a business model that drives the standard of the organization. This role will be part of the larger Global Finance Operations (GFO) team. The GFO team focus is on globalizing, standardizing and centralizing processes and procedures. This role will specifically support AP processes, including global vendor management, Accounts Payable helpdesk processes, invoice processing and payments.

Responsibilities:

Service Delivery

• Act as support to the BPO.
• Support all aspects of the Accounts Payable function including vendor relations, vendor master data maintenance, invoice processing, disbursements, vendor reconciliations, aged AP items and Help Desk.
• Resolve or advance issues that come through the Accounts Payable Helpdesk.
• Work with vendors, finance teams, and internal customers to resolve Accounts Payable issues.
• Support system testing and new initiatives including acquisitions and mergers.
• Maintain working knowledge of the industry in addition to AP policies and processes.

Continuous Improvements

• Develop documentation on projects.
• Provide recommendations for process improvements.
• Perform special assessments and projects as needed.

Standards and Controls

• Prepare and review desktop procedures on new processes.
• Ensure compliance to existing policies and procedures, and adherence to regulatory and audit requirements.

Basic Requirements:

• BA/BS degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required
• 3+ years’ experience in Accounts Payable environment
• Exhibit a high degree of customer service
• Working knowledge of financial controls, with varied experience in P2P areas
• Entertainment industry preferred
• CPA or MBA desirable
• Lean Six Sigma certification (e.g. green belt, black belt, master black belt or other) desirable

Desired Characteristics:

• Solid self-starter, able to consistently deliver without requiring significant oversight and direction
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to interface with all levels of management and customers
• Exceptional Customer Service Skills
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team, and a clear understanding of how assigned responsibilities impact other processes and the work of other people
• Previous experience working with remote teams, international experience a considerable plus

This position currently has a hybrid schedule, which requires contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $62,000 - $75,000.

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].