Financial Planning and Analysis Specialist
Job Title: Financial Planning and Analysis SpecialistJob OverviewWe are seeking a highly motivated FP&A Analyst who can work independently to join our Finance team and support financial planning, analysis, and strategic decision-making. This role provides critical financial insights, forecasting, and reporting to drive business performance and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and passionate about the entertainment industry.Key Responsibilities Assist in the development of annual budgets, long-range financial plans, and quarterly forecasts for streaming, theatrical releases, and content production. Analyze revenue trends, content performance, and subscriber metrics to provide actionable insights to leadership. Build and maintain financial models for content investments, licensing agreements, and theatrical releases. Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for streaming and theatrical businesses, identifying variances and opportunities for growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Content, Marketing, Distribution, and Production, to align financial planning with business strategies. Prepare financial presentations and reports for senior executives, highlighting key business drivers and financial performance. Conduct ROI and profitability analysis for content acquisition, original productions, and distribution deals. Support month-end close activities, ensuring accurate revenue and expense recognition. Assist in ad-hoc analysis and strategic projects to support evolving business needs in the entertainment landscape. Help analyze variances to actuals and prepare explanations. Help set up BVA and Budget meetings, monitor action items and prepare materials.Qualifications & Experience Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. MBA or CPA is a plus. 2+ years of experience in FP&A, financial modeling, or business analysis within the media, entertainment, or streaming industry. Experience in budget and forecasting processes supporting both LRP and MRP is required. Strong proficiency in financial modeling and Excel; experience with financial planning software (e.g., Adaptive Insights, Anaplan) is preferred. Understanding of industry-specific financial metrics (e.g., ARPU, CAC, LTV, box office trends, licensing revenue). Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to synthesize complex data into meaningful insights. Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders. Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities. Passion for streaming, theatrical, and content-driven businesses. NetSuite experience strongly preferred Advanced Excel modeling skills Strong understanding of US GAAP and or IFRS Previous experience with a US based company strongly preferred The role is required to work hours within Eastern Time Zone and sometimes later depending on deliverables,
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