Director, Corporate Accounting (CPA)

JOB SUMMARY:The Director, Corporate & Technical Accounting is responsible for leading the Company’s technical accounting, accounting policy, corporate accounting governance to ensure full compliance with U.S. GAAP and alignment with SEC reporting requirements. Operates in close partnership with the VP, Financial Accounting & Reporting, who owns the consolidation, close, and external reporting processes. The Director is accountable for ensuring that the underlying accounting, policies, and balance sheet integrity supporting those processes are accurate, consistent, and compliant. Drive alignment with Comcast/NBCU accounting policies, enhance governance across global accounting teams, and ensure a strong, audit-ready control environment.MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:Technical Accounting & PolicyLead the research, interpretation, and application of U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations for complex, unusual, or non-routine transactionsPrepare, review and approve technical accounting memos and position papers supporting accounting conclusionsMaintain and update the company’s accounting policies framework and ensure alignment with Comcast/NBCU accounting standardsMonitor new accounting pronouncements and evaluate their impact on the company’s financial statementsDrive consistency in application of accounting policies across all parks/business units and geographiesEstablish best-in-class documentation standards and governance over technical accounting positionsPartner closely with Comcast and NBCU Technical Accounting teamsCorporate Accounting GovernanceLead the design and enforcement of a robust account reconciliation program, including:Standardization of reconciliation formats and review protocolsRisk-based prioritization of accountsMonitoring of aged/unreconciled balancesEnsure reconciliation outcomes are integrated into the close and review process, with clear accountability and escalation protocolsPartner with the VP, Financial Accounting & Reporting to ensure that underlying accounting data supports an efficient and accurate close and consolidation processAudit & ComplianceServe as primary liaison with external auditors on technical accounting mattersEnsure all accounting conclusions are well-supported, documented, and audit-readyPartner with Internal Audit to design and maintain effective internal controls over financial reporting (SOX), particularly in judgmental or high-risk areas related to technical accountingDrive timely remediation of control deficiencies and continuous improvement of the control environmentStrategic Transactions & Accounting AdvisoryPartner with legal, treasury, tax and business development teams to assess accounting implications of proposed transactions and complex commercial arrangementsProvide proactive accounting guidance to influence transaction structuring and reduce financial reporting riskInternal Partnership & AdvisoryServe as an internal consultant to Controllership, FP&A, tax, treasury, and operational teams on technical accounting questionsProvide training and guidance on accounting policies, technical accounting topics and new accounting standardsDrive alignment with Comcast/NBCU on key accounting judgments and policy interpretations. Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities. Performs other duties as assigned. EDUCATION:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required. Master’s degree in accounting or related field preferred. A CPA or equivalent certification is required. EXPERIENCE:10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting and/or public company experience;or equivalent combination of education and experience. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:Technical SkillsDeep U.S. GAAP & Technical Accounting Expertise : Demonstrated experience drafting clear, audit-ready technical accounting memos and applying guidance to complex and non-routine transactionsAccounting Policy and governance : Proven ability to develop, maintain and enforce accounting policies consistency and establish governance frameworks that ensure high quality , compliant accounting outcomesCorporate Accounting fundamentals including journal entry governance, account reconciliations, balance sheet substantiation and controls that support an accurate and efficient close processSoft SkillsJudgment in complex and ambiguous situations : Exercises sound and practical judgment in high impact accounting decisions, balancing technical accuracy, business considerations and timelinesCommunication and translation of technical accounting concepts : Ability to translate complex accounting issues into clear , actionable guidance for both technical and non-technical audiences. Strong executive communication skills, including written documentation and verbal presentationsInfluence and partnership : Ability to effectively influence senior stakeholders, Controllers, Financial Reporting, and cross-functional leaders without direct authority to align on accounting positions and drive consistent outcomesYour talent, skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.Universal is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Universal Orlando via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from Universal Orlando HR/Recruitment will be deemed the sole property of Universal Orlando. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Universal Orlando as a result of the referral or through other means.Universal Orlando Resort. 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