Annie Murray
Cherry Hill,NJ
Summary
Results-driven leader adept at guiding high-performing teams and implementing strategic initiatives to drive business success. Known for fostering collaborative environment and achieving measurable milestones. Exhibits strong leadership and adaptability to changing business needs.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President of Finance
Fox Corporation - WTXF Fox Philadelphia
05.2018 - 07.2026
- Conducted analysis of financial data to uncover trends and improvement opportunities.
- Ensured meticulous record-keeping to uphold accuracy in all transactions.
- Produced detailed reports for management review, enhancing strategic insights.
- Led period-end close processes and prepared financial statements with precision.
- Provided mentorship to junior finance team members, sharing expertise on best practices.
- Established financial priorities and met targets through effective partnership with business leaders.
- Worked closely with leadership team to develop budgets and track expenditures.
- Enhanced efficiency and accuracy by streamlining accounting processes.
- Oversaw implementation of general ledger and procurement systems, providing comprehensive staff training.
- Facilitated business forecasting and variance analysis, tackling concerns with effective strategies.
- Realized cost reductions through identification and elimination of wasteful expenditures.
- Promoted collaboration to elevate internal operations and boost workflow efficiency.
- Restructured internal team framework to align with evolving operational requirements.
- Implemented robust internal controls guaranteeing strict adherence to accounting regulations.
- Spearheaded strategic initiatives to optimize operational efficiency across multiple departments.
Senior Director of Finance & Accounting
NBCUniversal - NBC Sports Group
03.2014 - 05.2018
- Directed operational and financial integration of acquired businesses by defining responsibilities and collaborating with corporate accounting.
- Coordinated collaboration between NBC Sports Group business units and corporate teams to implement enterprise-level reporting solutions.
- Guided execution of corporate initiatives and system upgrades across sports group entities overseeing project scope and delivery
- Developed and implemented internal control frameworks ensuring compliance with corporate and legal financial reporting standards.
- Formulated and implemented policies for operational, financial, and audit processes.
- Directed financial controller responsibilities for NBC Sports Group's diverse media properties, including NBC Sports, Golf Channel, and NBC Olympics.
- Oversaw period-end close, general ledger accounting, reconciliation, and financial reporting processes.
- Conducted comprehensive financial statement analysis to support strategic decision-making.
- Provided financial oversight across technology, communications, legal, HR administration, finance, executive management, and payroll.
- Guided finance teams within sports group business units to enhance accuracy and consistency.
- Ensured successful execution of financial deliverables such as reporting, budgeting, and process improvements.
- Implemented control systems to streamline financial operations and increase efficiency.
- Facilitated collaboration among departments to align financial objectives with organizational goals.
Internal Audit Director
Comcast Corporation - NBCUniversal Entities
01.2011 - 03.2014
- Established Comcast's West Coast audit practice targeting NBCUniversal business units; enhanced collaboration with NBCU executive finance and operations teams.
- Collaborated with NBCUniversal film leadership to optimize processes, minimizing potential audit claim exposures.
- Facilitated collaboration among 40 stakeholders to develop best practice solutions for participant-impacting processes and future self-audit programs.
- Directed audit teams for international projects across film and cable networks in London, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Munich, Amsterdam, and Rome.
- Executed advisory projects targeting enhancement of regulatory compliance and internal control processes.
- Facilitated mentorship and training for various staff members, strengthening overall team competency.
- Streamlined internal control enhancements across the enterprise to maximize operational efficiency.
Internal Audit Manager
Comcast Corporation - Business Integrity
03.2009 - 01.2011
- Directed execution of investigative procedures for accounting-related fraud investigations.
- Collaborated with Legal, Security and Human Resources, to report enterprise-wide fraud investigation outcomes to Executive Management and Audit Committee.
- Developed and launched cross-functional investigation case management system serving internal audit, legal, security, and human resources teams.
Audit Supervisor & Senior Associate
Comcast Corporation
12.2005 - 03.2009
- Oversaw and executed financial and operational internal audits as well as special projects for Comcast's cable and corporate operations.
Senior Financial & Operational Auditor
Charming Shoppes, Inc.
10.2003 - 12.2005
- Developed and executed company's Sarbanes-Oxley compliance program through analysis, documentation, and evaluation of all significant financial processes.
- Conducted financial and process control testing for quarterly and year-end audit procedures in collaboration with external auditors.
Associate / Senior Associate
KPMG / Arthur Andersen, LLP
09.2001 - 10.2003
- Executed financial statement audits for public and private companies in accordance with GAAS.
Education
Master of Accountancy and Professional Consulting -
Villanova University
Villanova, PA08-2002
Bachelor of Science - Accountancy
Villanova University
Villanova, PA05-2001
Skills
- Financial Reporting
- Budgeting, Forecasting
- Process Improvement
- Financial System Integration
- Internal Control Implementation
- Staff Management & Team Leadership
- Regulatory Compliance and Audit Management
- Self-Motivated
- Collaborative, Creative Problem Solving
Digital Articles & Awards
- Wall Street Journal Marquis Who’s Who of Distinguished Leaders: 2025 Honoree
- Forbes https://forbes.ge/en/marquis-who-s-who-honors-annie-murray-for-expertise-in-finance-and-accounting/
- Apple News https://apple.news/AItLLZSBWsUW8h-cRJYjEQ
- Grit Daily https://gritdaily.com/annie-murray-brings-impactful-leadership-to-fox-29/
Timeline
Vice President of Finance
Fox Corporation - WTXF Fox Philadelphia
05.2018 - 07.2026
Senior Director of Finance & Accounting
NBCUniversal - NBC Sports Group
03.2014 - 05.2018
Internal Audit Director
Comcast Corporation - NBCUniversal Entities
01.2011 - 03.2014
Internal Audit Manager
Comcast Corporation - Business Integrity
03.2009 - 01.2011
Audit Supervisor & Senior Associate
Comcast Corporation
12.2005 - 03.2009
Senior Financial & Operational Auditor
Charming Shoppes, Inc.
10.2003 - 12.2005
Associate / Senior Associate
KPMG / Arthur Andersen, LLP
09.2001 - 10.2003
Bachelor of Science - Accountancy
Villanova University
Master of Accountancy and Professional Consulting -
Villanova University