Director, Global Channels Finance at Lionsgate

Santa Monica, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Jun, 26

Salary

140000.0

Posted On

27 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Planning, Forecasting, Reporting, Budgeting, Financial Modeling, Accruals, Data Analysis, KPI Dashboards, Decision Support, Communication, Presentation Skills, Self-Motivated, Analytical Capabilities

Industry

Entertainment Providers

Description

Summary of Position The Director, Global Channels & New Media Finance is responsible for leading financial planning, forecasting, and reporting across Lionsgate’s Global Channels businesses. This role helps ensure leadership has clear visibility into financial performance while maintaining disciplined planning processes that support the company’s growth objectives. Working in close partnership with business leadership and the broader FP&A team, this role supports budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting across a broad portfolio of FAST and SVOD channels, as well as other channel-based, self-directed distribution businesses that leverage the breadth and depth of Lionsgate’s library.Responsibilities Financial Planning & Forecasting Lead annual budget, long-range planning, and quarterly forecasting processes for the Global Channels business Oversee the quarterly revenue accruals process, coordinating closely with the accounting and business teams to ensure completeness and accuracy Maintain and update financial models used to forecast revenue, costs, and profitability across the channel portfolio Work with business teams to translate operational plans into financial forecasts and resource requirements Monitor financial risks and opportunities relative to plan and assist in updating forecasts as needed Financial Performance Reporting Provide monthly and quarterly financial reporting for the Global Channels business, including variance analysis against budget and forecast Build and maintain live, dynamic KPI dashboards Prepare financial reporting materials summarizing business performance and outlook Financial Analysis & Decision Support Build financial models to analyze and support new business initiatives including channel launches, partnership agreements, and investment opportunities Develop and maintain financial models used to assess business performance and potential growth scenarios Qualifications and Skills 5–7 years of experience in FP&A, investment banking, consulting, or related analytical roles Experience at a studio, streaming service, or other major media company strongly preferred Strong financial modeling and analytical capabilities Comfort working with and analyzing large, complex datasets Strong communication and presentation skills Self-motivated with the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment with evolving priorities; comfort navigating ambiguity and incomplete information About Lionsgate Lionsgate (NYSE: LION) is one of the world’s leading standalone, pure play, publicly traded content companies. It brings together diversified motion picture and television production and distribution businesses, a world-class portfolio of valuable brands and franchises, a talent management and production powerhouse and a more than 20,000-title film and television library, all driven by the studio’s bold and entrepreneurial culture.Business Unit Overview Motion Picture GroupLionsgate operates the largest independent motion picture company in the world. The home of such beloved franchises as John Wick, The Hunger Games, Twilight, Saw and Now You See Me, Lionsgate regularly releases 10-15 wide theatrical films each year, complemented by a slate of 40-50 multi-platform and direct-to-streaming titles. Thanks to an entrepreneurial structure, creative passion, and innovative marketing and distribution strategies, the studio is capable of not only making and extending franchises, but also delivering original successes like La La Land, Wonder, Knives Out, Monster’s Ball, Precious, Fahrenheit 9/11 and Jesus Revolution. The studio has generated nearly $15 billion in global box office and earned 335 Academy Award® nominations and 71 Oscar® wins.Our Benefits Full Coverage – Medical, Vision, and Dental Work/Life Balance – generous sick days, vacation days, holidays, and Impact Day 401(k) company matching Compensation $130,000 - $140,000EEO Statement Lionsgate is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of their qualifications, consistent with applicable state and federal laws. In addition, Lionsgate will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Lionsgate will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and federal law.

Responsibilities

This role leads financial planning, forecasting, and reporting for Lionsgate’s Global Channels businesses, ensuring leadership has clear financial visibility while maintaining disciplined planning processes. Responsibilities include leading annual budget, long-range planning, quarterly forecasting, overseeing revenue accruals, and building financial models for revenue, costs, and profitability across the channel portfolio.