Senior 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

Provide daily financial support to the project including monthly project cost reporting and analysis, month-end close requirements, cash flow tracking/forecasting, vendor payment management, ad-hoc analysis, and general financial support, within tight deadlines. May include direct supervisory responsibilities for entry level Finance positions.

• Complete monthly project cost reporting and distribute to management. Work with project managers to update project cost expectations and communicate all project activity via monthly report/presentation. Be the “go-to” person for financial information. Present cohesive and informative information to both Executive and non-Executive audiences; schedule and host training sessions as Finance SME without supervision required 
• Month-end close requirements, including prepare monthly project status and accrual reports, prepare and post applicable charge-outs and earned value journal entries in SAP. Prepare monthly or quarterly G/L lead sheet reconciliations as required by Controllership. 
• Meet with stakeholders to forecast cash flow on a routine basis (monthly, quarterly, annually, project life). Prepare detailed cause of change and provide projection to actual variance analysis. Be able to create risks and opportunities for cash flow sensitivity and assign level of confidence.
• Maintain PMWeb (project tracking system) to be consistent with SAP (general ledger). Make enhancement recommendations to software and current close procedures.
• Review, audit, and approve contract drafts, purchase requisitions, and invoices/payment applications related to project.
• Research vendor payment issues and resolve. 
• Assist in the vendor bid and award process including cost comparison and bid review meetings.
• Improve reporting processes using automation whenever possible. 
• Perform other Ad-Hoc duties as assigned with minimal coaching
• Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training, and team member involvement activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree: Finance, Accounting, Business or related field; advanced degree a plus
• 5-7+ years of experience in General accounting principles required; or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Prior experience on major capital projects, especially international, desired; theme park experience a plus

• Proficiency in Excel and SAP; analytics & visualization tools a plus

Desired Characteristics