Senior Financial Analyst – NBC Sports

USD 80000 - USD 90000 - yearly 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 global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information. 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.

The Production Finance team collaborates with the Sports Production and Operations to budget, track and complete analysis on NBC Sports’ programs. We work closely with FP&A, Controllership and Program Finance to fulfill corporate reporting requirements and provide meaningful insights into spending and cost trends to Leadership. As a Senior Financial Analyst, you will play an integral role in the day-to-day management of Sports Production finances, including payment, tracking, budgeting, and forecasting.

Actively involved in Production Budget processes: In-depth preparation of budgets for upcoming season Attend budget meetings, manage follow-up, work closely with Scheduling department to manage staffing schedules and budgets Take ownership of assigned properties with oversight by manager Assist with annual budget efforts: pacing and reporting, identifying risks and opportunities Assist with FP&A and Controllership deliverables: Monthly closing: ownership of assigned monthly closing processes, including journal entries, variance analysis, and post-close financial reporting Pacing, estimates, LRP, budgets and variance explanations, as assigned Own accounts payable responsibilities for assigned sports: Accurately code invoices Coordinate approvals Update operators and team members on payment status, and work with vendors as needed Own the process of actualizing production budgets by posting expenses in show models and reconciling to General Ledger Update and maintain individual cost tracking models, as required Participate in regular financial update meetings with operators Prepare and provide financial analyses to operators, as requested Ad hoc projects, as necessary Qualifications Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field 3+ years of finance, accounting, or business analysis experience Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including experience using formulas and functions Strong technical aptitude with the ability and willingness to learn new systems and tools Strong analytical skills, with the ability to translate quantitative analysis into actionable recommendations Demonstrated ability to build effective cross-functional relationships and partner with stakeholders across the business Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment Strong organizational