Sr. Manager, FP&A

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

NBCUniversal is a leading media and entertainment company with a broad portfolio across film, television, streaming, and experiences. The Peacock finance team focuses on planning, forecasting, and reporting for the Peacock streaming business, delivering insights to guide growth and efficiency.

The role reports to the VP of FP&A and oversees budgeting, modeling, and performance analysis, with opportunities to automate and improve processes in a fast-paced media environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related field.
• 5+ years of finance or accounting experience.
• Finance and accounting skills, including Financial Planning and Analysis.
• Experience with Executive Presentations.
• Solid familiarity with Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience with ERP systems, such as SAP/BPC.

Responsibilities

• Forecasting, reporting, and strategic analysis of NBCUniversal's Peacock business; build dynamic financial models.
• Own and manage the master planning file across planning cycles with accuracy and automation.
• Assist in Long Range Plan and Budget processes and analyze operating plans.
• Aggregate financial and operational insights for Corporate FP&A in pacings and quarter closes.
• Support VP FP&A in data submissions for Peacock and Media Group; collaborate across teams for weekly/monthly reports.
• Prepare PowerPoint presentations for senior management, including pacings and operating reviews.
• Lead a team of 1, providing coaching and fostering continuous improvement.

Skills

Finance & accounting experience

Financial Planning & Analysis

Executive Presentations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or related field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

SAP/BPC

Job description

• Compensation: USD 110,000 - USD 145,000 - yearly

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

Reporting to the Vice President of FP&A, this key role on the Peacock finance team is responsible for the planning and reporting of NBCUniversal's Peacock streaming business financial results. The role provides the unique opportunity to become a member of the NBCU Media Group, which includes the Peacock streaming business. The role will have the ability to gain an in-depth view and understanding of the Peacock streaming business and be an integral member of the team that is analyzing results and modeling future revenue and expenses in meeting the growth and expansion plans of the Peacock business.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for forecasting, reporting, and strategic analysis of NBCUniversal's Peacock business. Provide high level financial modeling and analysis and be well-versed in the creation of dynamic financial models. Must be analytical and business minded. Must be able to dig into the details to analyze and understand causes of budget/actual variances.
• Own and manage the master planning file across all planning cycles, ensuring accuracy, timely updates, and continuous improvement through automation initiatives.
• Assist in the Long Range Plan and Budget processes, including analyzing business unit operating plans and goals, reviewing budget proposals, and maintaining support files.
• Aggregate financial and operational insights for NBCU's Corporate finance team in preparation of pacings and quarter closes.
• Support Vice President, FP&A in preparing all Media Group and Corporate FP&A data request submissions on behalf of the Peacock business.
• Foster collaboration and streamline processes across the internal Peacock teams to gather information and insights for weekly reporting and monthly financial pacing reports.
• Ensure all financial statements and reports are prepared and presented in a timely manner, including income statements, balance sheets, cash-flow statements and variance analyses.
• Assist in the ongoing administration of the BPC reporting tool. Utilize the tool to build push button reporting for managerial views and to consolidate submissions.
• Help prepare PowerPoint presentations for senior management, including pacings, estimates, and operating reviews.
• Manage a team of 1 individual, providing leadership, coaching, and development opportunities, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related field
• 5+ years of finance or accounting experience
• Finance and accounting skills, including Financial Planning and Analysis
• Experience with Executive Presentations
• Solid familiarity with Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience with ERP systems, such as SAP/BPC

Desired Characteristics

• Ideal Candidate: Strategic thinker with industry knowledge
• Effective relationship management and influencing skills
• Highly analytical
• Easily adapt to change in everchanging media landscape
• Detail oriented and a critical thinker, able to solve challenges as they arise
• Excellent judgment and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently, execute, and thrive in a fast-paced environment

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: $110,000 - $145,000 (bonus eligible)

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 [e-mail].