Manager, Finance at NBCUniversal

Orlando, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Reporting, Budgeting, Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Microsoft Excel, GAAP, Analytical Skills, Strategic Thinking, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Leadership, Automation Tools, Financial Systems, Performance Measurement, Decision-Making, Relationship Building, Detail-Oriented

Industry

Entertainment Providers

Description

Company Description NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. 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. Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world. 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 NBC Sports Next, a division of ‘Versant’, is where sports and technology intersect. We’re fueled by our mission to innovate, create larger-than-life events and connect with sports fans through technology. We’re a subdivision of NBC Sports and home to leading technology platforms and digital applications for Youth & Recreational Sports; Golf; and Emerging Media. This role will also provide support to our Fandango team. Over the past twenty years, Fandango has built a network of direct-to-consumer digital brands, where 50 million+ fans unite to celebrate their love for movies, TV and streaming. We take pride in serving fans throughout their entertainment journey from content discovery to theatrical moviegoing to watching at home. Our portfolio includes leading online movie ticketer, Fandango, which tickets for more than 31,000 U.S. movie screens; world-renowned entertainment review site, Rotten Tomatoes; and Fandango at Home (previously known as Vudu), the on-demand streaming service offering the industry’s best selection of 4K UHD titles and more than 250,000 new release and catalogue movies and next day TV shows. As an FP&A Manager, you will manage a team of analysts to help guide both strategic and financial decisions for the Digital Platforms and Ventures group. You will be responsible for the monthly and quarterly close and consolidation processes for multiple business units. The position focuses on creating meaningful plans and periodic forecasts that reflect the state of the business and provide for a financial benchmark. Additionally, you will provide ad-hoc decision-making support for strategic initiatives and special projects. In this role, you will be a part of the larger NBC Sports Next and Fandango FP&A team and you’ll report to the Director, FP&A. Job Duties Develop and maintain financial reports that clearly communicate actual results, forecasted performance, and variances to plan, forecast, and budget, enabling data-driven decision-making Lead budgeting and forecasting processes across multiple business units down to Free Cash Flow, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and timely delivery of financial plans Provide leadership and guidance to direct reports and fellow FP&A teams, supporting both recurring reporting and ad hoc analysis to drive business insights Build and maintain strong partnerships with business leaders across the organization to support financial planning, performance measurement, and strategic decision-making Enhance financial visibility of international business segments, partnering with UK-based teams to expand and improve financial reporting and transparency Champion innovation in financial analysis, introducing new metrics, reporting formats, and performance indicators to identify key financial trends and opportunities Drive continuous improvement in FP&A processes by leveraging automation tools, financial systems, and best practices to increase efficiency and accuracy Qualifications Basic Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred 5+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, financial reporting, or business analysis 2+ years of direct management experience Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling Knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards Strong technical aptitude, including ability and desire to learn company systems and tools. Must be highly organized and detail-oriented Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills. Proven ability to transform quantitative analysis into actionable recommendations and communicate them in a concise and compelling way Demonstrated ability to build relationships on a cross-functional team and partner with leaders in various business areas Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Desired Qualifications Forecasting and budgeting experience SAP, BPC, and/or Essbase experience Relevant Technology and SaaS industry experience Additional Job Requirements Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. Must be willing to work in Orlando, FL Travel may be required for this position for company or department meetings. 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]. 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.

Responsibilities

Manage a team of analysts to guide strategic and financial decisions for the Digital Platforms and Ventures group. Oversee monthly and quarterly close processes and create meaningful financial plans and forecasts.