Financial Analyst – Commercial FP&A

NBCUniversal

Financial Analyst – Commercial FP&A

Universal City, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    The Commercial Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Financial Analyst will help to support the forecasting, reporting and analysis of the digital & physical lines of businesses within Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. The Analyst will play an important role in title level forecasting & budgeting, weekly/bi-weekly reporting, monthly financial pacing, and various quarterly and annual financial reviews. Attention to detail is important as the reporting our team generates is distributed across several teams within UPHE as well as other business units we work closely with. This position will report to the Director of Commercial FP&A, supporting the Commercial & Analytics team and will work closely with Brand, Global FP&A and Film HQ.

    Responsibilities:

    • Manage digital and physical New Release financial estimates for Focus Features and UPHE distribution partners
    • Partner with Analytics, Brand Marketing, Digital Distribution, and Global FP&A to create and lead Greenlight & Pre-Release ultimates through the UPHE Executive Management approval process
    • Prepare and distribute bi-weekly Competitive Title Tracking update, as well as analyze and share insights/trends
    • Assist with monthly pacing forecast process for new release titles; help to consolidate and upload financial data to studio Film Headquarters
    • Assist in quarterly toolkit and annual deep dive review of title ultimates
    • Develop P&L and ultimates reporting for all distribution partner releases across digital and physical platforms
    • Manage financial models to accurately reflect financial planning and analysis activities while maintaining tight communication with cross functional teams such as Marketing, Sales, Controllership, and Retail Planning
    • Support the Senior Management Team with ad-hoc data and financial analysis requests
    • Work with the team to drive business process improvements across the group
    • Build effective business partner relationships with internal stakeholders
    • Present updates to a wide variety of interested parties, tailoring the message to fit the needs of the audience
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    Basic Requirements:

    • Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field
    • Proficient in MS Office Suite particularly Excel and PowerPoint

    Desired Characteristics:

    • Interest in Entertainment strongly desired
    • Advanced computer skills, primarily Excel
    • Ability to plan and organize work to deliver on multiple assignments and meet tight deadlines
    • Exceptional attention to detail and high standards for quality and accuracy
    • Team Player – Demonstrated ability to operate in a cross-functional team environment and willingness to give assistance to co-workers to achieve departmental goals
    • Analytical – Solid analytical and creative skill blended with practicality
    • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to listen, understand, and influence, to liaise with various internal professionals and build strong working partnerships
    • Possesses high level of personal and professional integrity
    • Initiative and self-motivation, requiring minimal supervision
    • Ability to adapt and work well in a rapidly changing environment

    Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three 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 of the Careers website. Salary range: $62,000 - $75,000.

    Additional Information

    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.

    NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

    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 AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.