Finance Manager

Company Summary EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products. Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV. Department Summary Our investment in the future needs those with an eye on the bottom line, and our Financial organization plays a vital role in supporting our game-changing ideas with creative solutions to complex problems. Team members have the unique opportunity to explore diverse business lines, gaining hands-on experience in various facets of finance, including accounting, audit and supply chain management. Job Duties and Responsibilities Candidates must be willing to participate in at least one in-person interview.   The Programming Finance Manager provides strategic financial leadership to the Programming Finance team, driving financial strategy and modeling for critical negotiations with major programming partners like Disney, Fox, NBC, and Univision. This role addresses complex financial challenges across all lines of business, equipping deal teams with accurate, dynamic models while managing the end-to-end annual budget process. Serving as the primary bridge between finance, executive leadership, and programming partners, the position balances enterprise-level financial goals with driving operational efficiency and team professional development.   What Success Looks Like (Objectives): Lead financial strategy and modeling for major programming renewals to empower real-time decision-making in high-stakes negotiations Own the end-to-end annual budget buildout across all lines of business, ensuring strict alignment with FP&A and executive expectations Oversee month-end close and variance analysis to provide leadership clear visibility into financial performance and key risk drivers Coach and develop a high-performing team of financial analysts to foster operational excellence and professional growth Drive operational efficiency by leveraging AI and automation tools to streamline financial processes, optimize reporting, and enhance audit functions Build cross-functional partnerships across accounting, marketing, retention, operations, and legal to deliver actionable strategic recommendations Skills, Experience and Requirements Core Skills and Competencies (What you’ll bring): Advanced strategic leadership and financial modeling expertise in fast-paced environments Critical experience managing complex budgets, month-end closes, and variance analyses across multiple business units Demonstrated mentorship capabilities to lead, coach, and elevate financial analyst teams Exceptional problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and draw actionable conclusions AI literacy and application to automate financial reporting and streamline compliance processes Strong oral and written presentation skills to independently communicate complex concepts to senior management and the Board of Directors   Minimum Requirements: Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field Minimum Experience: 5+ years of experience in financial analysis, valuation, or strategic corporate finance, including management experience Required Technical Skills: Must have at least 5 years of experience with: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling tools Quantitative analysis, valuation concepts, and data interpretation Revenue and cost forecasting, offer profitability modeling, and M&A financial analysis   Visa sponsorship not available for this role Salary Ranges Compensation: $101,925.00/Year - $137,875.00/Year Benefits We offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here: EchoStar Benefits .   The base pay range shown is