Director, Studio Group 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 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.

Job Description

Job Description:

The Studio Group FP&A team is seeking a Director to play an integral role in leading the Studio P&L consolidation, reporting to the Sr. Director, Studios FP&A. This role will be responsible for owning the consolidation, analysis and reporting of the Studio Group’s P&L financials. The role provides a unique opportunity to become immersed in the various Studio business models, with the ability to gain an in-depth view and understanding of the full Studios P&L.

 The Studio Group FP&A Director will be responsible for the annual budget planning, long range planning, monthly forecast and quarter close cycles across the NBCUniversal Studio Group Segment. Additionally, the FP&A Director will be a key member of the preparation of various Studio financial presentations and pitches across the NBCU enterprise, and will work closely with financial leaders of the organization across NBCUniversal Corporate, Studios HQ and various Studio business units. The role is in a fast-paced environment with opportunities for growth.

Responsibilities:

· Responsible for owning the overall P&L forecasting, planning and analysis across the Studio Group segment (Film, TV, Digital Studios)

· Key member of the team leading annual Budget and Long Range Plan processes across the Studio Group

· Key contributor to presenting financial updates to the NBC Ent. & Studios CFO

· Responsible for the oversight of the consolidation and publication of weekly executive Studio dashboards

· Assist in the preparation of operating review pitches and financial updates decks for executive leadership

· Collaborate closely with 3 major Internal Studio FP&A teams to build a cohesive P&L story across the Studio Group

· Key member of preparation and presentation of quarterly Studios Global All Finance Update to 300+ employees

· Key liaison to NBCU Corporate FP&A team including financial pacing updates and ad-hoc requests

· Own coordination and communication of Corporate deliverables/supplementals during quarter close and budget/forecast cycles (i.e. variance analysis, Studio KPI metrics)

· Coach, develop and grow a manager, while building and fostering a positive team culture

Qualifications

Qualifications / Requirements:

· Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related field

· Minimum of 7+ years of experience in Finance or Accounting, preferably in the media & entertainment industry

· Exceptional financial modeling skills, and the ability to navigate financial planning systems

· Expert proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint and SAP

· Deck building skillset, with the ability to create slides with tight turnarounds

· Proven leadership skills to coordinate & influence multiple business units

· Proficient communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex data and translate / present to executive leaders and stakeholders at all levels

· Superior strategic, financial and relationship skills

Desired Characteristics: