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 ('SpinCo') 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 Manager, FP&A will be a key member of the finance team, responsible for budgeting and forecasting for Global Cash Flow, Headquarters central services, and Compensation. The qualified candidate should be detail oriented, balance priorities, and deliver on a timely/accurate manner with minimum supervision.  This position requires a strong understanding of financial planning, forecasting, and analysis, as well as excellent communication and collaboration skills.

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: $95,000 - $125,000 (bonus eligible)

Qualifications

Direct Responsibilities:

Own the budgeting and forecasting for the following key areas:Cash Flow across Global Consumer Products and Gaming & Digital portfolio - receipts & disbursements. Partnering with Global Finance, Controllership & Business Operations on input and insightsUPE Headquarters’ overhead/cost of sales management of central services including Legal & Business Affairs, HR, Communications, IT, Finance & FranchiseGlobal Headcount and Compensation/benefitsProcess Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting, budgeting and analysisTeamwork & Collaboration: Build strong relationships within Global Finance, Controllership & Business Operations and other teams. Collaborate effectively to achieve department objectivesSupport Senior Leadership on Annual Budgets, Monthly / Quarterly Operating Forecasts / Reviews and Long-Range Strategic planning across key areas of responsibilityPerform and facilitate financial validation processes on revenues and costs, identify key financial risks and opportunities, analyze variances between actuals and forecasts, identifying key drivers and recommending corrective actionsPartner closely with Controllership for all quarter close/ year end proceduresRefine key forecasting methodologies and assumptions using data driven analyticsExpand use of automation to drive process improvement and data visualization

Qualifications

Technical & Professional:

Career Level: ExperiencedMinimum of 5 years relevant work experience (in Consumer Products / Retail / Parks environment or Global Media & Entertainment industry a plus), in a finance functionSolid accounting / finance background requiredAdvanced Excel skills (ability to create financial models from PowerPivot and Data Modeling), requiredPowerPoint skills, including ability to "tell a story" using PowerPointExperience with financial systems such as SAP, a plusQualified accounting and finance skills (i.e., certified accountant, MBA) a plus

General:

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and writtenTakes initiative and follows through on projectsMust be accurate, highly organized with exceptional attention to detailAbility to work independently as well as being a team player in a fast-paced environment, working with a variety of personalitiesAbility to multi-task and prioritize work assignments and work well under pressureProactive approach to problem solving including analytical and information system skills

Additional Requirements:

Travel may be requiredPerform other related duties as assigned to support the needs of the teamHybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

 

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].