What are the responsibilities and job description for the VP, Financial Planning & Analysis position at HALLMARK MEDIA UNITED STATES LLC?
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SUMMARY
Hallmark Media is seeking a strategic and analytical Vice President of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to lead our financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes. Reporting directly to the CFO, this role will be a key business partner in driving financial performance, supporting strategic decision-making, and optimizing resource allocation across our media portfolio. The VP, FP&A will provide insightful analysis to drive growth, enhance operational efficiency, and support corporate initiatives in a rapidly evolving media landscape.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead the company’s financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis processes.
- Develop and maintain financial models to assess business performance and drive strategic decision-making.
- Provide executive leadership with financial insights and recommendations to support growth initiatives, cost optimization, and profitability improvements.
- Collaborate with business unit leaders to align financial planning with company objectives.
- Partner with content, distribution, marketing, and operations teams to evaluate the financial impact of key initiatives, investments, and partnerships.
- Drive analysis on revenue trends, expense management, capital investments, and return on investment.
- Oversee financial reporting, ensuring accuracy and alignment with corporate goals.
- Support M&A activities, scenario modeling, and long-range strategic planning.
- Implement best practices in FP&A processes, tools, and methodologies to enhance financial planning capabilities.
- Lead and develop a high-performing FP&A team, fostering a culture of analytical rigor and business partnership.
Qualifications
BASIC REQUIREMENTS
- 10 years of experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or related fields, preferably in high-growth environments within media, entertainment, or streaming.
- Hands on experience working on building organizations or material pivots to existing organizations from the ground up .
- Experience with subscriber models and/or digital advertising supported businesses models.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Proven leadership experience in a senior finance role with a track record of driving financial performance.
- Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and scenario planning – with high degree of comfort within analytics (coding experience a plus).
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence senior executives.
- Deep understanding of media revenue models, content investment analysis, and distribution economics.
- Experience with financial systems, business intelligence tools, and data analytics. Experience leading an ERP implementation a plus.
- Excellent knowledge and understanding of accounting and GAAP. Previous experience or education in accounting a plus.
- Excellent visualization and presentation skills with a strong attention to detail.
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field; MBA or CPA required.
The salary range for this job is between $220,000. Salary rate will take into consideration several factors including location.
Hallmark Media is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Principals only please.
Salary : $220,000
