Job Description
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 global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.
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.
Job Description
The Senior Financial Analyst will play an integral role in managing financial operations and analysis for the Programming Acquisitions team, which supplies the Universal Television Entertainment brands - including Peacock, Bravo, and NBC - with acquired series and films from all major studios. This individual will report to the Manager of Finance.
Here you can:
- Support all financial aspects of Programming Finance, including the P&L and balance sheet, with responsibilities spanning budgeting, pacing, variance analysis, and monthly close
- Partner with the Programming Acquisitions team to track current and upcoming deals and ensure financial pacing reflects the latest terms
- Collaborate with Strategy, Research, and Acquisitions to evaluate new content through the financial greenlight process
- Present content financial summaries and budget insights to the Acquisitions and Strategy teams
- Support the Controllership team with monthly close activities by ensuring data accuracy and resolving discrepancies with operators
- Manage acquisitions cash flow, provide payment schedules as deals close, and partner with AP coordinators on outgoing payments
- Analyze the acquisitions budget and content performance to drive efficiencies and profitability
- Identify and implement opportunities to improve automation, standardization, and simplification across processes
Qualifications
What you’ll bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
- 2+ years of experience in finance and/or accounting
- Advanced Excel skills, including experience with complex models and formulas
What sets you apart:
- Solid interest in the media industry; prior experience is a plus
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize effectively, and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Detail-oriented critical thinker with strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated ownership, initiative, and self-motivation, with the ability to work independently
- Thrives in a cross-functional environment and collaborates effectively to achieve shared goals
Hybrid: This position currently has a hybrid schedule, which requires contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.
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 - $95,000.
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.
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].
