Financial Analyst, Programming Finance

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 theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

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Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

Job Description

• Exciting opportunity within Versant’s Programming finance team supporting USA, E!, SYFY, and Oxygen. The Financial Analyst will report into the Manager of Content Finance, and partner with leaders across various departments including Scheduling, Acquisitions, Controllership, Business Affairs, Creative, and Finance Senior Management. This position will provide traditional operational finance support related to, but not limited to current and acquired programming as well as development. Responsibilities include supporting the team with various FP&A related functions including estimates, budgets, variance analysis.

Job Responsibilities

• Support financial aspects of programming budgets, including Original Series, Specials, Development, and Acquisitions.
• Key contact person for Acquisitions team for all cash related activities including cash payment schedules, invoice processing & tracking, etc.
• Maintain and update Programming trackers within excel.
• Support team in conducting scenario planning and financial impact of scheduling changes.
• Other ad hoc projects and requests as assigned by upper management.

Basic Qualifications

• BA/BS Degree in finance/accounting or related field
• Relevant job / internship experience in the finance function
• Proficient in Windows environment; Advanced Excel skills

Desired Characteristics

• Must be accurate, detail-oriented and efficient with ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills required
• Ability to work in a fast paced, high-pressure environment
• Solid Excel skills, including ability to create complex models
• Exceptional work ethic and organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize
• Team player with a positive attitude. Role requires frequent collaboration with finance peers as well as counterparts in various departments

Additional Requirements

• 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: $62,000 - $75,000 

• Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. Subject to change based on Manager discussion or business need

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 [email protected].

Although you'll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job likely will transition to Versant in the future. By joining at this pivotal time, you'll be a part of this exciting company as it takes shape.