Sr. Financial Analyst – NBC Sports

Stadium Scene; Stamford (CT); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NBCUniversal in Stamford, CT, is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join the Production Finance team supporting NBC Sports. You will budget, forecast, and provide key financial insights for sports productions, partnering with FP&A, Controllership, and Program Finance.

The role entails ownership of monthly closes, budget pacing, and variance explanations, with hybrid work requiring in-office presence four days per week in Stamford.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field.
• 3+ years of finance, accounting, or business analysis experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel with advanced formulas.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to translate data into actionable recommendations.
• Experience with SAP and BPC is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Involved in Production Budget processes: prepare budgets for upcoming season.
• Attend budget meetings and manage staffing schedules and budgets with Scheduling department.
• Own accounts payable responsibilities for assigned sports: code invoices and coordinate approvals.
• Monthly close ownership: posting journal entries, variance analysis, and post-close reporting.
• Prepare financial analyses for operators and ad hoc projects as needed.

Skills

Excel formulas

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field

Tools

SAP

BPC

Job description

Company DescriptionNBCUniversal 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 DescriptionThe Production Finance team collaborates with the Sports Production and Operations to budget, track and complete analysis on NBC Sports' programs. We work closely with FP&A, Controllership and Program Finance to fulfill corporate reporting requirements and provide meaningful insights into spending and cost trends to Leadership. As a Senior Financial Analyst, you will play an integral role in the day-to-day management of Sports Production finances, including payment, tracking, budgeting, and forecasting.ResponsibilitiesActively involved in Production Budget processes:In-depth preparation of budgets for upcoming seasonAttend budget meetings, manage follow-up, work closely with Scheduling department to manage staffing schedules and budgetsTake ownership of assigned properties with oversight by managerAssist with annual budget efforts: pacing and reporting, identifying risks and opportunitiesAssist with FP&A and Controllership deliverables:Monthly closing: ownership of assigned monthly closing processes, including journal entries, variance analysis, and post-close financial reportingPacing, estimates, LRP, budgets and variance explanations, as assignedOwn accounts payable responsibilities for assigned sports:Accurately code invoicesCoordinate approvalsUpdate operators and team members on payment status, and work with vendors as neededOwn the process of actualizing production budgets by posting expenses in show models and reconciling to General LedgerUpdate and maintain individual cost tracking models, as requiredParticipate in regular financial update meetings with operatorsPrepare and provide financial analyses to operators, as requestedAd hoc projects, as necessaryQualificationsBasic QualificationsBachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field3+ years of finance, accounting, or business analysis experienceProficiency in Microsoft Excel, including experience using formulas and functionsStrong technical aptitude with the ability and willingness to learn new systems and toolsStrong analytical skills, with the ability to translate quantitative analysis into actionable recommendationsDemonstrated ability to build effective cross-functional relationships and partner with stakeholders across the businessAbility to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environmentStrong organizational skills and attention to detailDesired QualificationsExperience with SAP and BPC preferredBackground in accounting and close cyclesStrong strategic thinking and ability to communicate financial insights in a clear, concise, and compelling mannerExperience working in a complex, cross-functional organizationAdditional Requirements:Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.comMust be willing to physically work out of our Facility in Stamford CTMust have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United StatesMust be 18 years or olderHybrid: 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.Salary Range: $80,000 - $90,000Additional InformationAs 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].# Sr. Financial Analyst - NBC SportsFull-timeOn-siteStamford, Connecticut, United States$80,000 - $90,000 USD yearlySports