Vice President, Finance Content Strategy at NBCUniversal

La Mirada, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Feb, 26

Salary

240000.0

Posted On

25 Nov, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Finance, Accounting, Analytical Skills, Organizational Skills, Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Project Management, Team Leadership, P&L Management, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Detail-Oriented, Creative Development, Production, Business Affairs, TV Distribution

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 Universal Studio Group (USG) is seeking a Vice President, Finance Content Strategy to serve in a leadership position on the Universal Television Entertainment Finance team reporting to the Senior Vice President of Financial Planning and Analysis. This role provides unique and integral oversight of USG’s greenlight and ultimates processes that align our leaders for making strategic decisions on new and returning TV series, as well as contributing to the team’s responsibility for overall studio P&L management. The individual will act as a key liaison between multiple facets of NBCUniversal including Business Affairs, Global TV distribution, TV studios and Streaming (Peacock, NBC Entertainment, Bravo), Creative Development, Production, Participations, and Residuals. This role has high visibility across the studio and will have oversight of a team responsible for financial deal analysis, running complex scenarios, and tracking financial performances. This role will manage a team of 4 individuals. Essential Responsibilities: Own all aspects of the studio greenlight process through partnering with internal stakeholders, such as Creative Development, Business Affairs, Global TV Distribution, and Production. Improve processes for tracking and analyzing key performance metrics versus greenlights and collaborate with internal stakeholders to further drive overall greenlight process. Oversight of ultimate P&L processes for all series through working closely with internal stakeholders during pacings, month, and quarter end close to ensure accurate financials. Manage risks and opportunities as well as placeholders on potential new series pick-ups, renewals, and new deal makings to deliver transparent updates to FP&A team and USG leadership Responsible for critical close processes for maintaining ultimates updates; work closely with internal stakeholders during month and quarter end close to ensure accurate financials Run point on any ad hoc analysis requested by senior leadership Effectively manage multiple stakeholders and priorities, and delegate work appropriately to direct reports, leading by example and exhibiting the culture and values of the Universal Television Entertainment Group. Qualifications Basic Qualifications: BS/BA degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or equivalent practical experience Minimum 8+ years of experience in Accounting, Finance, or a related field Minimum 4+ years of experience within the Media or Entertainment industry Desired Qualifications: Detail-oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills Ability to interface effectively with multiple levels of management and build strong relationships Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment. Excellent written and oral communication skills Advanced analytical skills and the ability to get into the details, while also seeing and understanding the big picture Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work and communicate effectively with all levels of finance, operations, and senior management Ability to be comfortable dealing with ambiguity, take initiative, and direct work in a fast-paced and evolving environment Strong organization and time management skills; ability to deliver on multiple project assignments, meet tight deadlines and be effective under pressure Team Player with ability to function in a cross functional environment and willingness to jump into projects to meet department goals Additional Requirements: Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, which currently requires contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. Beginning January 5, 2026, hybrid employees will be required to work from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time. 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) 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. NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable. 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].

Responsibilities

The Vice President, Finance Content Strategy will oversee the greenlight and ultimates processes for Universal Studio Group, ensuring alignment for strategic decisions on TV series. This role involves managing a team responsible for financial deal analysis and tracking financial performance.