Vice President, News 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.

OVERVIEW

The Vice President, News Programming Finance, will be responsible for leading the finance support for the Programming and Newsgathering teams of MSNBC and CNBC. Managing a team of three motivated professionals, this leader will partner with senior leaders of CNBC and MSNBC to execute on day to day priorities as well as key initiatives. This role will report to the Senior Vice President, News Finance and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the team responsible for planning and communicating the financial implications of programming-related decisions (e.g. schedule changes, staffing changes, alternate commercial formats)
• Create financial processes and operational reporting for the MSNBC Newsgathering operation – a unique opportunity to participate in a large strategic build and demonstrate flexibility, generate new ideas, and provide analytical insights
• Work closely with editorial teams for special programming and the coverage of the political calendar leading up to the 2028 general election
• Play critical role in preparing/managing annual budgets, long-range strategic plans, financial estimates and managing P&L and cash forecasts.  Expected to have a thorough understanding of financial operations to drive strategic initiatives, cost savings and other priorities
• Develop strong relationships with brands leaders, show teams and HR
• Manage a high-functioning team of 3 staff
• Other ad hoc projects and requests as assigned by the SVP 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 10+ years of experience in progressive Operational Finance or Financial Planning and Analysis roles

DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS

• Demonstrated ability to deliver on multiple assignments, meet tight deadlines, work independently, and be effective and decisive under pressure.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with experience leading a team of finance professionals
• Solid financial modeling skills
• Solid communication skills with the ability to synthesize data and complex information, and present succinctly to executives and stakeholders at all levels
• Ability to adapt and work well in a fast-paced, results-oriented and rapidly changing environment.
• Able to build strong working partnerships along with the ability to listen, understand, and influence across various levels within the organization.
• Possesses the confidence and presence to interact and present at senior management and executive levels.
• Analytical mindset, curiosity, and initiative; expertise in leveraging and analyzing financial data to drive strategic decision making
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related field.

Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

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: $180,000 - $240,000 (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.

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.