Manager, FP&A

Company Description

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 global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.

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.

Job Description

Operations & Technology (O&T) is a $1.5B operating cash flow ($2B FCF) division of NBCUniversal. 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, and London.

The FP&A Manager will oversee O&T’s OCF financial planning and analysis function, including budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and analysis. The FP&A Manager will be responsible for the consolidation of OCF financials across multiple lines of businesses, managing the financial planning process, and providing financial insights to O&T stakeholders. The role will report to the Sr. Manager of FP&A.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of OCF annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, analyzing key metrics and trends, and summarizing for executive level presentations
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data, and provide regular reporting on OCF performance, variances, and trends
• Develop and manage headcount planning and consolidation, including monthly tracking and forecasting, ensuring alignment with the overall business strategy and financial goals
• Lead monthly headcount and OCF updates with CFO and senior finance team
• Develop and maintain relationships with operational finance to understand business drivers and support decision-making
• Drive continuous improvement and simplification of FP&A processes and systems
• Perform various ad-hoc analyses including variance analysis and other requests from corporate or senior management
• Oversee O&T reporting hierarchies and system solution (Essbase), serve as liaison to IT support team to design, test and implement functionality improvements

Leadership and Culture

• Manage a team of 1 individual, providing leadership, coaching, and development opportunities, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration
• Promote a strong sense of urgency for reaching goals and key deliverables
• Develop open communication and productive work relationships with senior leadership and the broader finance team

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related field
• 3+ years of experience in Finance, FP&A experience preferred
• Must be proficient with MS Office Suite products – particularly advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Knowledge of Essbase preferred with exposure to BPC a plus

Desired Qualifications

• Exceptional financial modeling and analysis skills, with experience in forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate summarized and concise financial information
• Solid leadership skills, with the ability to manage and develop a team
• 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
• Excellen