Director Ad Sales Finance, FP&A

Job Description

Responsibilities

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.

Job Description

The NBCU Local Division consists of 43 local NBC and TLMD stations and 6 Regional Sports Networks. Reporting to the VP of Ad Sales Finance, this position will play a critical role supporting $2B of advertising sales. The Director will partner with NBCU Local Sales & Finance Leadership, Operations, Sales Business Development & Strategy, Controllership and NBCU Network Ad Sales Finance. In addition to leading financial planning and analysis for the division, this role provides unique financial oversight of NBCU's leading ad tech OTT/CTV solution, NBC Spot On. Gain in-depth knowledge of the NBCU Local commercial operations as well as lead all aspects of management reporting and revenue accounting.

Responsibilities
• Own all aspects of the financial planning cycles for NBCU Local Ad Sales including pacing, quarterly estimates, budget, and long-range plan with close partnership with the Local and Network finance teams.
• Responsible for revenue recognition monthly close and quarter end management reporting.
• Oversee entertainment / sports bid model analysis and post-mortem network requests.
• Manage executive sales reporting for all tentpole events (Olympics, World Cup, SNF, etc) and political cycles.
• Develop subject matter expertise for all sales reporting tools including Wide Orbit, Operative/Hubble and liaise with Operations to ensure reporting compliance.
• Oversee general ledger sales reporting and coding in accordance with GAP Accounting / business initiative.
• Lead, develop and mentor two direct reports.
• Foster collaboration and streamline processes to aggregate sales data across the country to support insights for financial cycles.
• Lead and execute on special projects and ongoing ad hoc analyses as needed.

Qualifications

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, related field, or equivalent work experience
• Minimum 8+ years of experience in accounting and/or Finance related fields
• Minimum 3+ years of experience within the Media or Entertainment industry
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize and encapsulate complex data and information to build financial models and presentations to senior leadership
• Must be willing to work in New York, NY

Desired characteristics:
• Prior Ad Sales experience
• Prior management experience is a plus
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Analytical and interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills – ability to present and communicate ideas and thoughts to all levels of the organization from senior management to entry-level staff
• Accuracy and attention to detail and deadlines
• Prior experience with Business Intelligence and Tableau a plus
• Proven organization skills and proven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to work well under pressure

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; bonus eligible.

Additional Information

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