Job SummaryComcast Connectivity & Platforms (C&P) is seeking an experienced and visionary Senior Vice President & Controller to lead our global accounting organization. This executive will oversee the full spectrum of accounting and controllership functions, including general ledger, financial/operational reporting, customer reporting, accounts payable, financial systems, audit operations, BECoE (business expansion), and internal controls. The SVP & Controller will ensure financial integrity, compliance, and operational excellence across a dynamic and complex portfolio, while serving as a champion for strategic transformation across Comcast's Connectivity & Platforms Finance & Business Operations organization as a member of the senior leadership team.
Job DescriptionCORE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead and develop a high-performing global team of accounting and finance professionals across general accounting, accounts payable, reporting, financial systems, and audit/control operations.
- Drive a multi-year transformation agenda, including oversight of the implementation of financial systems and tools to drive efficiency, speed, accuracy and data transparency.
- Ensure timely and accurate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes in compliance with US GAAP and Comcast's internal policies.
- Own the integrity of financial reporting and ensure adherence to all external regulatory and internal compliance requirements.
- Partner with internal stakeholders across FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Legal, and operational teams to align on key changes to accounting policy and ensure alignment of financial insights with strategic priorities.
- Lead the design, implementation, and monitoring of internal controls to support SOX compliance and mitigate financial risk.
- Interface regularly with external auditors, ensuring seamless audit readiness and successful audit execution.
- Serve as a key advisor to the C&P CFO and executive team, as well as the Corporate Chief Accounting Officer and General Auditor, on matters of financial governance and accounting policy.
- Champion continuous improvement, operational efficiency, and talent development within the global controllership organization.
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovation consistent with Comcast's values.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA strongly preferred. Master's degree or MBA strongly preferred.
- 20+ years of progressive leadership experience in accounting and controllership roles, preferably in large, complex, global organizations.
- Demonstrated expertise in US GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting standards.
- Success in driving transformation and technology adoption in large, multi-functional organizations
- Strong understanding of financial systems architecture (e.g., Oracle).
- Proven ability to lead diverse, geographically distributed teams and drive large-scale operational improvements.
- Executive presence with outstanding communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills.
- High level of integrity, with the ability to navigate ambiguity and make sound decisions under pressure.
Employees at all levels are expected to:- Understand our Operating Principles; make them the guidelines for how you do your job.
- Own the customer experience - think and act in ways that put our customers first, give them seamless digital options at every touchpoint, and make them promoters of our products and services.
- Know your stuff - be enthusiastic learners, users, and advocates of our game-changing technology, products, and services, especially our digital tools and experiences.
- Win as a team - make big things happen by working together and being open to new ideas.
- Be an active part of the Net Promoter System - a way of working that brings more employee and customer feedback into the company - by joining huddles, making call backs and helping us elevate opportunities to do better for our customers.
- Drive results and growth.
- Support a culture of inclusion in how you work and lead.
- Do what's right for each other, our customers, investors, and our communities.
Disclaimer: The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications.
SkillsControllership, Executive Influence, Executive Leadership, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Internal Controls, Stakeholder Management
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EducationBachelor's Degree (Required), Master's Degree: Business Administration
While possessing the stated degree is preferred, Comcast also may consider applicants who hold some combination of coursework and experience, or who have extensive related professional experience.
Certifications (if applicable)
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - American Institute of Certified Public Accountants - American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
Relevant Work Experience15 Years +
