Sr. Financial Analyst, Programming Finance

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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 Sr. Financial Analyst will report into the Vice President 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 performing various FP&A related functions including estimates, budgets, variance analysis. In addition, this role will be responsible for greenlight analysis / postmortem performance of Versant’s entertainment content.

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee financial aspects of programming budgets, including Original Series, Specials, Development, and Acquisitions.
• Support the management of P&L and cash forecasts for monthly pacing, annual budget, quarterly estimates and long-range plans; perform ad hoc strategic and financial analysis to support overall network strategy.
• Partner with Controllership on the programming amortization as well as reconciliation of programming models to the general ledger.
• Partner with operators to conduct scenario planning and financial impact of scheduling changes.
• Manage greenlight analysis and proforma P&L’s for Original and Acquired programming.
• Conduct post-mortem show profitability analysis.
• Other ad hoc projects and requests as assigned by upper management.

Basic Qualifications

• BA/BS Degree in finance/accounting or related field
• 2+ years relevant experience in finance/accounting
• Proficient in use of SAP/BW/BPC or similar accounting software
• Proficient in Windows environment; Advanced Excel skills

Desired Characteristics

• Knowledge and working experience using SAP, or similar accounting software
• 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

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.

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: $80,000 - $95,000.

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.