Sr Project Financial Analyst

Company Description

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.

Each day Universal Studios Hollywood creates unforgettable experiences for our guests from around the world. We bring to life the ultimate Hollywood experience with our real working movie studio and heart-pounding rides, shows and attractions that put you inside some of the world’s most popular movies and TV shows. USH offers something for everyone from thrill seekers to movie lovers to family fun for all ages. Our Team Members are passionate individuals who create memorable moments whether it’s on the studio lot, or in our conference rooms, theaters, or kitchens. We believe in the talent of our team members. It’s our passion and commitment to excellence that drives our business to succeed in everything we do across the park. We believe in a culture of family and fun, here you can make a difference and build your career! 

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

Summary:

Universal Studios Hollywood is in the process of transitioning to new reporting and pricing systems and sales platforms.  This position will help support these transitions and the various areas within Finance which are impacted by these systems – Business Intelligence, Revenue Management, and Ticketing Administration.  Additionally, this position will support systems currently employed by these areas.

Responsibilities include:

• Support Business Intelligence, Revenue Management and Ticketing Administration teams with project-based tasks.
• Partner with I.T., Finance, Controllership, and other departments as needed.
• Extract and validate data from various reporting platforms as well as reconcile and resolve discrepancies.
• Benchmark and confirm historical data migration into new systems to assure reporting integrity has been maintained.
• Assist with development of data extraction tools and reporting methods for cross functional use.
• Assist with development of reports, forms, and processes for new technology platforms.

Qualifications

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3-5 years of progressive experience within Finance.
• Strong Excel skills including the ability to understand and improve complex formulas and models.
• Experience with SAP/BPC, Microstrategy, Domo, Galaxy, or similar enterprise reporting systems.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide spectrum of customers.
• Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

Desired Characteristics:

• Experience with Tableau, Power BI, R, Python, or VBA a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and data validation across multiple platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and successfully manage multiple concurrent assignments.
• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills – able to clearly link financial results to performance drivers.
• Proactive thinker/self-starter.
• High level of responsibility and a strong desire to produce quality work.

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

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