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Senior Manager, Finance
- NBC Universal (New York, NY)
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NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. 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.
Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.
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.
Technical Operations, Engineering, and Cyber Security within NBCU Operations and Technology division is an $800M+ operating cash flow ($1.1B FCF). The group functions as a global shared service within NBCUniversal performing critical functions including Media, Broadcast and Studio Operations & Production, Content Supply Chain, Information Technology and Engineering, as well as Cyber Security. The group operates from numerous locations around the world, including New York, New Jersey, Los Angeles, Denver, and London.
The Senior Manager, Cyber Finance will report to the Director of Finance for Cyber and will play an integral role in the team, providing ongoing finance support on day-to-day operations and long-term initiatives of Cyber Security line of business. The position offers unique opportunity to gain a solid understanding of NBCU Cyber operations through daily exposure/interaction with O&T operational teams as well as the greater O&T finance and NBCU finance organizations.
Key Responsibilities
+ Own monthly and quarterly close processes through timely/accurate pacing updates, variance analysis, journal entries, expense accruals, allocations, and other necessary closing activities
+ Collaborate with FP&A and Controllership teams in financial operational rhythm processes to ensure timely and accurate deliverables
+ Own key financial deliverables across planning cycles (LRP, Budget, Quarterly Estimates) and related analysis for P&L and Capital
+ Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data to assist with financial processes and reporting (headcount, close packages, allocations, pacing, etc.)
+ Create, update, and maintain operating models and streamline Cyber Finance reporting and forecasting processes
+ Assist in preparation of operating review presentations for senior executives and leaders
+ Build effective business partner relationships with Cyber operators, O&T Finance, and other internal/external stakeholders
+ Support senior operational and finance management in execution of key initiatives through implementation of new processes and systems
+ Perform various ad-hoc analyses and requests from senior management
Basic Qualifications / Requirements
+ BS/BA degree Finance, Accounting, or related field
+ 6+ years in finance / accounting, preferably with focus on FP&A
+ Solid financial and analytical skills including ability to create complex financial models and efficiently communicate results
+ Proven experience of financial modeling, analysis, and forecasting
+ Must be proficient with MS Office Suite products – particularly advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills
+ Accounting / GAAP knowledge
+ Experience in SAP systems required, Essbase knowledge preferred
Desired Characteristics
+ Team Player with the ability to function in a cross functional environment and willingness to jump into projects to meet department goals
+ Ability to quickly grasp new concepts and problem solve independently
+ Solid organization and time management skills; ability to deliver on multiple project assignments, meet tight deadlines and be effective under pressure
+ Exceptional communication skills; ability to build effective relationships with all levels of finance, operations, and senior management
+ Continuous improvement attitude, ability to seek out and implement best practices
+ Entertainment / Media / Technology experience preferred.
Additional Information
This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of four 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 (https://www.nbcunicareers.com/benefits) of the Careers website. Salary $110,000- $145,000 (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.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].
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