Sr. Financial Analyst, FP&A - Ad Sales Finance

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.

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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.

NBCU National Ad Sales is a ~1300 person organization supporting approximately $8Bn of revenue across Broadcast, Cable, Hispanic and Digital Platforms – which represents nearly one-third of NBCU’s total annual revenue. Ad Sales FP&A supports all revenue reporting, forecasting and analysis of the national advertising sales portfolio.  The Sr. Financial Analyst of Ad Sales finance is a critical member of the team, supporting the portfolio FP&A responsibilities including the weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reviews of revenue performance for Senior Sales and Finance leadership.  The role reports directly to the Sr. Manager of Ad Sales Finance and works closely with TV and Digital Sales Finance or “Pricing” teams that are aligned to each of NBCU’s Networks & Properties. 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Establish and own data consolidation processes across all Ad Sales channels & platforms to support financial updates.  Leverage the power of SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) and Microsoft Suite to continuously implement process improvement and efficiency, while enhancing reporting. 
• Deliver financial analyses around KPIs, such as cash, pricing, ratings and liability, along with revenue trends, through the development of interactive dashboards for Finance leadership.
• Partner in the preparation of executive presentations such as Weekly Financial updates, Financial Pacing & Budget reviews, and Long Range Plans for CFO and Chairman of Ad Sales.
• Build and standardize critical reporting across various teams to synthesize key financial and marketplace insights, while proactively identifying risks and opportunities.
• Support the Vice President and Sr. Director of Ad Sales FP&A with Portfolio Projects & Ad-Hoc Analyses across Ad Sales.

• Four year degree (B.A, B.S) in Finance, Accounting or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in finance, accounting, or similar roles
• Proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel, with a track record of data analysis/consolidation
• High energy and ability to multi-task
• Knowledge of advertising sales in either Digital or TV is a plus

Desired Characteristics

• Detail and process oriented with strong analytical skills
• Team player with ability to multi-task and passion to learn
• Solid interpersonal, communication and organizational skills

Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week.

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: $80,000 - $95,000.

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.

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