Sr. Financial Analyst

Company Description

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.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('SpinCo') 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.

As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description

The Senior Financial Analyst is primarily responsible for providing financial support to Telemundo Streaming group and various Corporate functions (Communications, Research & Insights, Business & Legal Affairs, Human Resources, Finance, Executive). Additionally, this role might assist in other special projects as required. 

Job Duties:

• Responsible for day-to-day financial operations for Telemundo Streaming group and various Corporate functions (e.g. monthly/quarter close, invoice approvals, vendor onboarding, expense analysis, and other duties as needed). 
• Serve as the primary point of contact with operators for all finance-related inquiries. 
• Responsible for the preparation of the annual budget, quarterly estimates, and monthly pacing by thoroughly understanding key business drivers. 
• Perform in-depth analysis of actual financial performance versus budgeted targets; extend findings to provide meaningful recommendations. 
• Maintain detailed schedules of all relevant contracts and expenses. 
• Leverage relationships with operating partners to optimize efficiencies and influence behavior. 
• Ensure all appropriate accounting and financial procedures/standards are followed. 
• Prepare presentation packages for operators/management as needed. 
• Special projects & Ad Hoc Analysis as required. 

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• General accounting knowledge is required.
• Minimum 2 years experience in a Corporate Finance / Accounting role.
• Experience with Month-End close or Financial Planning (Pacing, Forecast, Budget, Estimates, etc.) processes.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills are required.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP/BPC. 

Desired Characteristics:

• Resourceful problem solver, with the ability to prioritize and create approaches to meet required objectives.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with and influence a wide spectrum of customers.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple projects concurrently. 
• Effective communication skills. 
• Ability to explain monthly variance drivers (Actual vs Budget / Pacing / Forecast). 
• Ability to maintain a big-picture perspective as well as be detail-oriented is essential. 
• Must be able to work well independently and take ownership of projects. 

Additional Requirements:

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

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 [email protected].