VP, Finance

NBCUniversal; California; Hybrid; USD 190,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid leave

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

NBCUniversal in California is seeking a senior finance leader to own Free Cash Flow for the Filmed Entertainment group. You will lead forecasting, close, and reporting, partnering with studio finance teams and HQ P&L to shape the FCF narrative.

The role offers a hybrid work model, exposure to executive leadership, and opportunities to drive strategic financial insights across NBCU's studios, production, and distribution businesses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, influence, and collaborate with multiple stakeholders across all levels of the business.
• 9+ years of experience in Finance or Accounting, ideally within media or entertainment.
• Advanced financial modeling skills and experience navigating financial planning systems.
• Expert proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and SAP.
• Ability to develop clear, high-quality presentations under tight timelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead the forecasting, close, and analysis of Free Cash Flow across the Film segment, including Production, Distribution, Participations & Residuals, and CAPEX.
• Shape and evolve a cohesive FCF narrative by partnering with business units and HQ P&L teams across the Film organization.
• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing team with a collaborative, inclusive culture.
• Own and lead the Film segment’s Budget and Long-Range Plan processes for FCF.
• Present routine and ad hoc financial insights to Film and Studios CFOs, influencing key decisions.
• Contribute to executive-level presentations and strategic financial updates across the Studios enterprise.
• Lead quarterly Global All Finance Update delivery to a broad employee audience.
• Coordinate with Studios HQ and NBCU Corporate FP&A teams with pacing updates and ad hoc requests.
• Drive close and planning cycle reporting, including variance analysis and supplemental reporting.
• Oversee Studios CAPEX planning and forecasting at the project level.
• Lead weekly 13-week domestic liquidity forecasts to NBCU Corporate Treasury.
• Champion adoption of new Film FCF reporting solutions and drive process improvements.

Skills

Financial modeling

Stakeholder management

Executive communication

Excel

PowerPoint

SAP

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting

Tools

SAP

Job 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.

In this role, you will own Free Cash Flow (FCF) for NBCUniversal’s Filmed Entertainment group, leading how FCF is communicated, analyzed, and reported. Reporting to the CFO of Universal Filmed Entertainment Group, you will drive cash flow strategy, partner with senior leaders across the Studios enterprise, and build a comprehensive understanding of the end-to-end Film cash flow landscape. You will partner with Film Business Units to redefine Film’s FCF approach to align with the needs of NBCU’s new structure post spin.

This is a highly visible leadership role offering the opportunity to influence decision-making, develop talent, and play a central part in the financial strategy of a dynamic, evolving business.

Here you can:

• Lead the forecasting, close, and analysis of Free Cash Flow across the Film segment, including Production, Distribution, Participations &Residuals, and CAPEX
• Shape and evolve a clear, cohesive FCF narrative by partnering closely with business units and HQ P&L teams across the Film organization. Our FCF approach will need to be evolved in partnership with these teams in response to changing requirements from the new NBCU post-spin business
• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing team - coaching direct reports while fostering a collaborative, inclusive culture focused on innovation and actionable insights
• Own and lead the Film segment’s Budget and Long-Range Plan processes for FCF, ensuring alignment, accuracy, and strategic insight
• Present both routine and ad hoc financial insights to Film and Studios CFOs, influencing key business decisions
• Contribute to executive-level presentations, including operating reviews and strategic financial updates across the Studios enterprise
• Play a key role in preparing and delivering the quarterly Studios Global All Finance Update to a broad employee audience
• Serve as a primary liaison to Studios HQ and NBCU Corporate FP&A teams, providing financial pacing updates and responding to ad hoc requests
• Drive coordination and communication of Corporate deliverables during close and planning cycles, including variance analysis and supplemental reporting
• Oversee Studios CAPEX planning and forecasting, providing oversight at the project level to ensure accuracy and alignment
• Lead the consolidation and delivery of weekly 13-week domestic liquidity forecasts to NBCU Corporate Treasury
• Champion adoption of new Film FCF reporting solutions, serving as a subject matter expert, and driving continuous improvement in tools and processes

What you’ll bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• Demonstrated ability to lead, influence, and collaborate with multiple stakeholders across all levels of the business
• 9+ years of experience in Finance or Accounting, ideally within media or entertainment
• Deep understanding of accounting principles and how they translate into financial planning and reporting; and an ability to explain the FCF narrative by referring to key business drivers
• Advanced financial modeling skills and experience navigating financial planning systems
• Expert proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and SAP
• Ability to develop clear, high-quality presentations under tight timelines
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex data into clear, executive-ready insights
• Well-developed strategic thinking, financial acumen, and relationship-building capabilities
• Willingness to travel and work extended hours, including weekends, as needed

What sets you apart:

• You effectively manage multiple priorities and deliver in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments
• You adapt quickly and thrive in evolving, results-oriented settings
• You build strong partnerships and influence stakeholders across all levels of the organization
• You bring curiosity and a forward-thinking mindset to systems, tools, and process improvement
• You are comfortable engaging with senior leadership and presenting with confidence and clarity
• You approach work with an analytical, data-driven mindset and take initiative to uncover insights that inform strategy

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:$190,000-$250,000 (bonus and long-term incentive eligible).

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.

NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

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].