Director – Financial Planning & Analysis

Sphere Entertainment Group, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 113,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Sphere Entertainment Co. is seeking a strategic finance leader who operates at the intersection of rigorous FP&A and large-scale construction.

The ideal candidate brings 6–8 years of progressive FP&A experience, with meaningful time embedded in construction, real estate, or capital project environments. You will build and manage project budgets (CapEx and OpEx), lead annual forecasts, develop financial models, monitor variances, and partner with Construction, Real Estate, and Corporate

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Construction Management.
• 6-8 years of FP&A experience with 3–5 years in construction, real estate, or capital projects.
• Strong understanding of construction finance fundamentals and project accounting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage comprehensive budgets for CapEx and OpEx expansion initiatives.
• Lead the annual budgeting process for the Construction function and rolling forecasts.
• Monitor variances, identify risks/opportunities, and recommend corrective actions.
• Partner with Construction to build/maintain financial models for active/prospective projects.
• Track project costs, change orders, contingencies, and support draw schedules and cash flow.

Skills

FP&A experience

Advanced Excel

Financial modeling

CapEx management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics/Construction Management

Tools

Hyperion

Oracle

Job description

Sphere Entertainment Co. is a leader in immersive experiences, technology and media. The Company includes Sphere, an experiential medium powered by advanced technologies. The first Sphere opened in Las Vegas, with a second venue planned for Abu Dhabi. In addition, the Company includes MSG Networks, which operates two regional sports and entertainment networks, MSG Network and MSG Sportsnet, as well as a direct-to-consumer and authenticated streaming product, MSG+, delivering a wide range of live sports content and other programming. More information is available at www.sphereentertainmentco.com.

Who are we hiring?

We’re seeking a strategic finance leader who operates at the intersection of rigorous financial planning and large-scale construction. The ideal candidate brings 6–8 years of progressive FP&A experience, with meaningful time embedded in construction, real estate, or capital project environments. They speak fluently in CapEx budgets, draw schedules, change orders, and contractor spend — and they’ve applied that expertise to projects of real scale and complexity. They understand the rhythm and nuances of construction finance, and they’re energized by the challenge of translating ambitious physical visions into disciplined financial execution.

What will you do?

Financial Planning & Budgeting

• Develop and manage comprehensive project budgets spanning CapEx and OpEx for expansion initiatives
• Lead the annual budgeting process for the Construction function and prepare rolling forecasts aligned to project timelines
• Monitor budget-to-actual variances, identify risks and opportunities, and recommend corrective actions

Construction Finance & Project Support

• Partner directly with the Construction team to build and maintain financial models for active and prospective projects
• Track project costs, change orders, and contingencies with precision and timeliness
• Analyze contractor and vendor spend to identify trends, savings opportunities, and cost overruns
• Support draw schedules, cash flow projections, and funding requirements

Reporting & Performance Management

• Develop & maintain reporting packages for monthly and quarterly business reviews
• Work with the accounting team to ensure accurate and timely financial close processes related to construction activity

Cross-Functional Partnership

• Serve as the primary finance business partner to Construction, Real Estate, and Corporate Development teams
• Collaborate with Accounting, Procurement, Legal, and Operations to ensure financial alignment across functions
• Liaise with external consultants, auditors, and financial advisors as needed
• Provide exceptional experiences for our guests, partners, and team members, including by adhering to our appearance and presentation guidelines while on-site.

What do you need to succeed?

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Construction Management
• 6-8 years of FP&A experience, with at least 3–5 years supporting construction, real estate, or capital project functions
• Strong understanding of construction finance fundamentals — project accounting, CapEx management, draw processes, and change order tracking
• Advanced financial modeling capabilities
• Proficiency in enterprise planning tools such as Hyperion & Oracle
• Expert-level Excel skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in entertainment, hospitality, sports, or large-scale venue construction

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Pay Range

$113,000—$210,000 USD

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