Manager, Ad Sales Finance - job 1 of 2

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.

The Ad Sales Finance Manager will lead revenue forecasting, analysis, and financial planning for the Cable Entertainment networks within NBCUniversal. This high-impact role offers the opportunity to develop a deep understanding of the Ad Sales business by partnering closely with Sales, Planning, Research, Inventory, and Corporate Finance FP&A teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed ad sales revenue models for key financial planning cycles, including but not limited to Budget, Long-range plan, and quarterly forecasts
• Lead weekly pacing and performance reporting, ensuring accuracy and insight into revenue drivers to evaluate KPIs and explain revenue variances
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and quantify financial risks and opportunities, delivering insights to senior leadership.
• Manage month-end and quarter-end close processes, including variance analysis and reporting
• Continuously enhance reporting tools and processes to improve efficiency and decision-making support
• Gain and maintain expertise in internal reporting systems such as SAP, OnAir, and MicroStrategy

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field required; MBA preferred.
• 4+ years of relevant experience in finance, preferably with a focus on revenue planning, forecasting, or audit

Desired Characteristics

• Solid analytical skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights
• Proven ability to communicate financial concepts effectively to non-financial audiences
• Proactive and detail-oriented, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment; able to manage multiple priorities independently and collaboratively
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with SAP, OnAir, and MicroStrategy a plus
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and work on multiple projects simultaneously

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: $90,000- $125,000 (bonus eligible).

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].