• Director, Finance

    NBC UniversalUniversal City, CA 91608

    Job #2754153552

  • We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

    Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (~~~) initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility (~~~) work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

    The Universal Planning and Ultimates Group is responsible for worldwide film ultimate and P&L forecasting, analysis and communication to Senior Executives and New York. The Director will play an integral role in supporting the Senior Director of Ultimates FP&A in a fast-paced environment with opportunities for growth.

    Responsibilities

    • Lead "what-if" scenario analysis (release date, performance expectations, etc) for strategic film decisions

    • Prepare pre and post release analysis of films for senior leadership and pacing, including arranging and leading calls to walk through key financial impacts

    • Analyze and report film Ultimates for all tracked film releases

    • Assist in creation and consolidation of budgets, quarterly estimates & long range plans

    • Oversee and ensure accuracy of weekly standardized FP&A reports

    • Perform competitive and market analysis

    • Support HQ in preparing monthly and quarterly presentations for NY and the global FP&A team

    • Assist FP&A and controllership with quarter close

    • Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting or related field

    • 6+ years of finance experience

    • Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

    Desired Characteristics

    • Attention to detail and ability to work with large amounts of data in Eclipse (system), excel, other financial sources

    • Ability to apply business intelligence and data analytics to forecast and analyze data/trends

    • Ability to present financial data to management

    • Proven ability to work independently and efficiency under aggressive deadlines in a fast-paced environment, be effective and decisive under pressure

    • Solid work ethic and follow through

    • Able to deliver on multiple assignments which requires strong organization and prioritization skill

    • Ability to operate and communicate effectively across diverse cultural and business environments, strong interpersonal skills

    • Takes initiative and lead on projects

    • Inquisitive and able to think through interdependencies of processes

    • Experience in entertainment/film industry and working knowledge of ASC 926

    • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

    • Able to build strong working partnerships along with the ability to listen, understand and influence

    • Possesses the confidence and presence to interact and present at senior management and executive

    Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

    This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page (~~~) of the Careers website. Salary range: $125,000-170,000

    As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision.

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