Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst, Universal Music Group

• Strong academic background and fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Experience in financial reporting, analysis and data consolidation within a global or complex organisation
• Highly proficient in Excel (including macro-level functionality)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present data clearly
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships across multiple teams and time zones
• Meticulous attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy
• Able to manage own workload effectively, particularly under pressure and to deadlines
• A genuine interest in the music industry and enthusiasm for the creative sector

Desirable

• The Global Finance team at UMPG plays a central role in consolidating financial performance, supporting strategic leadership, and guiding operational and commercial decisions across our territories
• We work closely with the UMPG CFO, country Heads of Finance, and key business units to ensure our reporting, insights and planning drive value and informed decision-making across the organisation
• As the Reporting Analyst for Production Music and Classical, you’ll start your day by liaising with local territory finance teams to verify month-end submissions
• You might then analyse divisional performance, update monthly decks for senior stakeholders, or respond to queries from UMPG’s senior leadership
• Whether it’s updating reporting templates, tracking KPIs, or supporting off-cycle projects, you’ll be a key financial point of contact for these divisions—ensuring accuracy, clarity and insight in every deliverable
• Consolidating and analysing monthly results for the Production Music and Classical divisions
• Producing senior-level reporting packs and commentary for internal stakeholders
• Acting as the primary liaison with territory finance contacts for reporting, queries and submissions
• Maintaining, updating and improving monthly templates and KPIs to ensure consistency and accuracy
• Supporting senior finance leadership with ad hoc reporting and project needs
• Contributing to global operational reviews and financial oversight
• Compile and analyse monthly submissions across countries for PM & Classical
• Ensure data integrity and completeness across all supplementary schedules
• Prepare decks and financial commentary for senior management
• Manage monthly roll-forward of templates and trackers
• Liaise with finance colleagues internationally to support a collaborative, timely reporting process
• Maintain KPIs and operational review materials to support insight and decision-making
• Provide ad hoc financial support and analysis for the Snr Director, Global Finance