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

The Universal Production Finance team is looking for a highly motivated, collaborative Senior Financial Analyst to support the Film Production, Development and Music businesses.  This role partners with Film Production Finance Execs, Film Music operations, HQ FP&A and Controllership teams to manage essential FP&A deliverables and reporting requirements, with a primary focus on Production and Music.

Essential Responsibilities:

Build, maintain, and analyze cash forecasting models, tracking by-title production spend and receipts across 40+ active and upcoming film projectsDevelop and retain subject matter expertise in key areas of production finance that impact forecasting, including domestic and international tax incentive programs, production-specific nuances, and contractual factorsIdentify key drivers impacting financial performance and analyze potential risks & opportunitiesPrepare presentations for senior management highlighting production cost performance against budgets and in-year cash position by film, as well as CFO Op Reviews and Leadership Business UpdatesAssist with annual budget deliverables, detailed historical data analysis, industry research, and support for strategic slate assumptionsOwn recurring reporting duties for production cashManage core music publishing finance responsibilities and ad hoc analysesPerform cost modeling for music soundtrack and publishing deal scenariosAllocate soundtrack receipts for internal record labelSupport all Production Finance teams with FP&A submissions and closing duties, including cash and P&L pacing, corporate consolidation, weekly forecast reporting, and variance analysesWork on wide variety of special projects and ad hoc analyses that provide critical insights for senior management

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree required2+ years of relevant experience (including finance, accounting, etc.)Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint proficiency

Desired Characteristics:

Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail and high standards in quality and accurate reportingAbility to take ownership of tasks and information, proactively anticipating questions and needsSolid interpersonal and communication skills; experience communicating with all levels of an organizationMust meet deadlines, and be willing to work overtime, as necessaryAbility to work autonomously as well as collaboratively within a team environmentWorking knowledge of SAP and PowerBI

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: $80,000-92,000.

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 [email protected].