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Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

The Finance Manager is a key role on the Universal Studio Group (USG) FP&A team and will be responsible for driving financial forecasting, reporting and analysis across the studio. This position partners with cross-divisional teams (including distribution finance teams, Studios, UTEG, and NBCU Corporate) to drive strategic decision making, streamline processes, and ensure accurate financial performance. This role will report to the Director of FP&A for USG.

Essential Responsibilities:

+ Studio Delivery Volume Forecasting & Reporting

+ Lead forecasting and reporting processes for the USG’s portfolio, including monthly presentations of production and delivery projections to senior finance executives.

+ Maintain and track key studio volume metrics to ensure accuracy and transparency.

+ Financial Modeling & Forecasting

+ Build and manage detailed license fee forecasting models in partnership with the USG Ultimates/FCF team and cross-divisional finance stakeholders (NBC/Cable/Peacock).

+ Support long-range planning through development of annual operating plans, forecasts, and five-year financial models.

+ OCF Management

+ Oversee the OCF pacing process by reviewing revenue and cost movements with distribution finance and USG Production/Ultimates teams.

+ Identify and communicate risks and opportunities, delivering clear updates to USG/Studios Finance leadership and the corporate FP&A team.

+ Manage OCF submissions, reporting, analytics, and scenario planning to support informed decision-making.

+ Executive & Strategic Support

+ Assist with preparing executive presentations covering key business topics (e.g., scripted/unscripted volume trends, financial performance, library analytics).

+ Provide ad hoc financial analysis and insights to help guide strategic initiatives.

+ Close & Controllership Support

+ Lead critical close processes, including revenue reviews and close checks, in close coordination with the Controllership team during month- and quarter-end.

+ Corporate Partnership & Reporting

+ Collaborate with corporate FP&A to provide studio-level analytics, elimination details, and key supplemental reporting.

+ Work in partnership with the Studios & UTEG Finance teams to provide key analysis and reporting

+ Project Management & Process Improvement

+ Drive key initiatives across the studio, including process simplification, systems upgrades, and implementation of best practices to improve efficiency.

Basic Requirements:

+ BS/BA degree with accounting/finance focus preferred

+ Minimum 4+ years public and/or private accounting, or FP&A experience preferred

+ MS Excel skills required

+ Accounting / GAAP knowledge

Desired Characteristics:

+ Experience managing FP&A cycles is preferred

+ Team player with ability to work well in a cross-functional environment and willingness to jump into projects to meet department goals

+ Ability to quickly grasp new concepts and problem solve

+ Strong initiative and ability to manage multiple projects

+ Ability to work independently

+ Strong interpersonal skills: ability to work and communicate effectively with all levels of finance, operations, and senior management

+ Continuous improvement attitude, willingness to seek out and implement best practices

+ Detail-oriented with strong organizational, analytical and PC skills

+ Strong organization and time management skills; ability to deliver on multiple project assignments, meet tight deadlines and be effective under pressure

+ Entertainment / Media / TV Production experience preferred

+ SAP or Essbase knowledge preferred with exposure to BPC a plus

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: $90,000-$125,000 (bonus eligible)

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. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

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