Senior Financial Analyst, Production & Operations

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

An integral part of the Production & Operations Finance team, the Senior Financial Analyst helps manage the Rockefeller Center Operations (RCO) budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for Capital and Space Allocations as well as ad-hoc financial analysis.

Here you can:

• Consolidate and report actuals, quarterly estimates, strategic and operating plans (LRP and Budget), and related variances vs budget.
• Coordinate monthly closes for the Finance Manager, including helping to process recurring journal entries and helping to manage the actuals vs. budget reconciliation. 
• Perform standard and special analyses that provide insightful views into the operations and financial performance for RCO, as well as a point of contact for resolution of financial questions with operating and FP&A partners.  
• Ownership and maintenance of Facilities space allocations
• Create ad-hoc financial reports and models to support evolving business needs.
• Working closely with RCO Project Management team to build capital budget plans
• Creating/Updating/Maintaining files to assist with budgeting & tracking of expenses
• Looking for opportunities to build/enhance current models
• Answering ad hoc requests as necessary
• Maintaining up to date finance process documentation
• Posting monthly/quarterly allocations, cross charges, & intercompany transfers

Qualifications

Here you'll need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related field
• 2+ years of experience in Finance
• Must be proficient with MS Office Suite products – particularly advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Knowledge of SAP or similar application preferred

What we'll look for:

• Exceptional financial modeling and analysis skills, with experience in forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate summarized and concise financial information to key stakeholders including operations, controllership, FP&A, and senior leadership
• Team Player with the ability to function in a cross functional environment and willingness to jump into projects to meet department goals
• Ability to quickly grasp new concepts and problem solve independently
• Excellent organization and time management skills; ability to deliver on multiple project assignments, meet tight deadlines and be effective under pressure
• Outstanding interpersonal skills
• Continuous improvement attitude, ability to seek out and implement best practices
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Experience in the Media or Facilities industry is a plus

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: $80,000 - $95,000 

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 AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.