Senior Financial Analyst, Programming Finance

Company: NBC Universal
Location: New York
Posted on: February 25, 2021

Job Description:

58987BR Finance Entertainment Networks Responsibilities Role Purpose
Exciting opportunity to work at the NBCU Cable networks. The Senior Financial Analyst will help support all unscripted content across the linear Cable properties and Peacock; this will include assisting the Programming Finance Team with Balance Sheet and P&L management, as well as being responsible for monthly/quarter close.

Responsibilities

• Help drive--cash process--efficiency and accurate cash forecasting and tracking, which includes working with the production operations team to understand production timelines, episode order, and breakages; analyzing and reporting cash flow for quarterly closes, estimates and budgets for all Original and Acquired Programming; identifying risks & opportunities
• Key contributor to the monthly/quarter closings as well as the estimates and budget process, including working with the Controllership team by providing updated amortization by network, as well as assisting with variance--analysis, corporate data requests, impairment reviews, and pricing out Scheduling rollouts
• Perform a key role in supporting the ongoing improvement and testing of COMPASS, NBCUniversal's Contract Management, Program Accounting and Scheduling System. This will include assisting the NBC Entertainment & Cable team's transition to the new version of COMPASS
• Assist with internal, external and Sarbanes Oxley audits
• Perform ad hoc analyses providing insight into programming financials, as well as continually review finance processes to improve overall efficiency and accuracy Qualifications/Requirements Basic Qualifications
  - Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field
  - 2+ years of experience in financial, accounting, or similar roles
  - Proficient in MS Office - particularly Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
  - Media/Cable experience preferred
  
  
  Eligibility Requirements
  Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered
  Willing to submit to a background investigation
  Have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
  18 years or older Desired Characteristics - Knowledge of SAP General Ledger
  - Must be a self-starter who can work independently and take initiative in challenging situations
  - Strong attention to detail and high standards for quality and accuracy
  - Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  - Strong interpersonal skills: can effectively interact with individuals at all levels of an organization
  - Ability to adapt and work well in a fast-paced, results-oriented and rapidly changing environment Sub-Business Entertainment Finance Experienced City New York State/Province New York Country United States About Us At NBCUniversal, we believe in the talent of our people. It's our passion and commitment to excellence that drives NBCU's vast portfolio of brands to succeed. From broadcast and cable networks, news and sports platforms, to film, world-renowned theme parks and a diverse suite of digital properties, we take pride in all that we do and all that we represent. It's what makes us uniquely NBCU. Here you can create the extraordinary. Join us. Notices 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 in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.

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