Manager Of External Reporting

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About this job:

The Manager of External Reporting will be responsible for the preparation of all external financial reports, including Quarterly and Annual Reports. This individual will work closely with the various functions in the company (including treasury, tax, FP&A, investor relations, legal) and be exposed to all levels of management within Nielsen's finance organization.

A little about you:

A successful candidate will possess change leadership capabilities, a strong detail orientation/work ethic, the ability to solve difficult financial related issues, and a strong desire to learn/face new challenges.

Candidates will have the option to work fully remote or hybrid. Preferred candidate location, NY Metro Area (CT, NY, NJ).

Responsibilities:

• Preparation and review of the quarterly and annual financial reports submitted to bond holders, including drafting financial statements, footnotes and MD&A

• Assist in review of periodic investor materials required (with an understanding of restrictions on the use of non-gaap measures)

• Maintain documentation supporting SOX compliance

• Monitor new accounting pronouncements for potential impact and discourses in Quarterly and Annual Reports

• Liaise with external auditor to ensure timely completion of quarterly reviews and annual audits of financial statements and preparation of GAAP disclosure checklist

• Assist with technical accounting work performed over new and/or complex transactions, new accounting standards, or changes to existing policies

• Preparation and review of annual statutory financial statements in accordance with IFRS and Dutch GAAP

• Preparation of Government Census Reporting

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting; CPA preferred

• 6-8 years prior experience in industry or public accounting

• Strong understanding of US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements, IFRS experience a plus

• Leadership capabilities, strong work ethic/attention to detail, ability to troubleshoot financial related issues, and strong desire to learn/take on additional responsibilities

• Proficiency in Workiva

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office/Google Workspace

• Familiarity with SAP Group Reporting and Hyperion (HFM) is a plus

Our comprehensive benefits package (including health & wellness plans for full-time employees, 401(k) retirement coupled with a Nielsen match, a generous paid time off policy, and if eligible, a discretionary incentive/bonus) is designed to be inclusive for all employees and families, and we take pride in ensuring that employees are rewarded holistically for the role they are doing and their performance.

A reasonable estimate of salary range for a new employee to be offered this role would be between $50,000 - $185,000, which would be adjusted based on each employee's geographic location. The position of each employee within a compensation range at Nielsen is dependent on several individual circumstances, such as experience, training, certifications, and other business requirements/needs.

Nielsen is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other protected class.

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