Finance Manager

Job Description

Job Description
The Universal Film Ultimates FP&A team is hiring a Manager, responsible for worldwide film ultimate and P&L forecasting, analysis and communication for the consolidated Film Group. The role is in a fast-paced environment with opportunities for growth.

Essential Responsibilities:
• Assist with ''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 meetings to walk through key financial impacts
• Analyze and report film ultimates for all tracked film releases
• Assist in consolidation of budgets, quarterly estimates & long range plans
• Oversee and ensure accuracy of weekly standardized FP&A reports
• Assist with P&L forecasting activities and administration of film forecasting system
• Collaborate with finance teams from across the 11 film business units to ensure coordinated processes and timely reporting
• Provide coaching, review, and oversight of work performed by Financial Analyst with potential for future people management responsibilities
• Work closely with leadership on ad-hoc projects, analysis, and presentation.
Qualifications
• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting or related field
• Minimum of 4+ years of finance experience
• High proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Solid communication skills demonstrated across a complex organization

Desired Characteristics:
• Advanced knowledge of Excel including formulas, pivot tables, advanced spreadsheets; experience with VBA, macros, data visualization preferred but not required
• Proven ability to work independently and efficiency under aggressive deadlines in a fast-paced environment, be effective and decisive under pressure
• Able to deliver on multiple assignments which requires strong organization and prioritization skill
• Prior film or entertainment industry experience preferred but not required
• Takes initiative and lead on projects
• Inquisitive and able to think through interdependencies of processes
• Proactive approach to problem solving; strong work ethic and follow through
• Attention to detail and ability to work with large amounts of data in Eclipse (system), excel, other financial sources
• Leadership skills to guide, influence, and coordinate multiple business units by building strong working partnerships
• Ability to operate and communicate effectively across diverse cultural and business environments; strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to effectively handle sensitive and confidential matters
• Solid written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to create and deliver presentations
Additional Requirements:
• 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: $85,000-110,000 (bonus eligible).

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Jobcode: Reference SBJ-xkwk21-3-145-35-99-42 in your application.