Manager, Accounting & Reporting
Senior finance analyst job at NBCUniversal
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.
Role Purpose
Manager, Accounting and Reporting, participates in the day-to-day operations of the Studio Group Headquarters Controllership team, and will assist in a wide range of accounting and consolidation matters for Film and TV, including supporting financial reporting obligations to NBCUniversal Corporate, Comcast and external parties. The role is in a fast-paced headquarters environment, interfaces with teams domestically and internationally, and has opportunities for growth.
This role will manage the Senior Financial Analyst, Consolidation and Reporting and report to the Director, Consolidation and Reporting, while overseeing the Business Process Outsourcing provider and working closely with the broader Studio Group Controllership and Finance teams.
Essential Responsibilities
Operational:
+ Key contributor to the monthly and quarterly close processes, including preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, roll-forwards, variance analyses and supporting schedules across various financial statement line items.
+ Responsible for quarterly NBCU Corporate data requests, which include individual preparation, review of submissions provided by the offshore business provider and gathering/consolidation of information provided by multiple business units.
+ Oversees cash receipts application across DreamWorks, Focus Features & NBCU Universal bank accounts; reviews journal entries and analysis prepared by the Senior Financial Analyst and offshore business provider. Monitor unclaimed cash.
+ Perform all Controllership responsibilities for Peacock Kids, including but not limited to production accounting, journal entry preparation, AP processing, variance analysis and cost oversight, working closely with the business operators.
+ Act as a center of excellence and support for business units by providing and enforcing guidance and best practices, validating balances from a consolidated perspective, and investigating variances to prior periods.
+ Coordinate and oversee Studio Group business units' adherence to various tasks and processes, including but not limited to internal controls, close requirements, and financial reporting deliverables.
+ Participate and collaborate on corporate driven initiatives and process change across the business, including special projects. In the next year, this will include significant emphasis on NBCU's transition to the SAP S4 platform.
+ Manage work performed by business process outsourcing provider, including training, and review and maintenance of desktop procedures.
+ Proactively identify opportunities to build efficiencies and consistencies into existing accounting and reporting processes and implement process improvements.
+ Collaborate with broader Controllership groups on process benchmarking and with FP&A on period close status.
+ Participate in ongoing learning and cross-training opportunities.
+ Assist with ad-hoc projects as needed.
People & Leadership:
+ Develop and maintain productive working relationships with cross-functional finance teams.
+ Contribute to coaching and developing Studio Group controllership staff professionally and technically.
+ Cultivate an inclusive environment where staff can produce high quality results, actively be involved in process improvement, and share ideas.
Basic Qualifications
+ Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
+ 5+ years of accounting related experience. (Combination of public accounting and private industry experience preferred.)
+ Microsoft Suites skills are essential, including strong/exceptional Excel skills (formulas, pivot tables and v-lookup) and heavy knowledge of Word and PowerPoint.
+ CPA or on path to obtaining CPA license preferred.
+ Experience with SAP and AoE preferred.
+ Entertainment experience preferred.
Desired Characteristics
+ Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written.
+ Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively across the organization.
+ Excellent project management skills, strong attention to detail and accuracy, proactive approach to problem solving.
+ Inquisitive and eager to learn.
+ Able to identify issues and make recommendations for solutions.
+ Solid work ethic and follow through.
+ Ability to effectively manage competing priorities and deadlines.
+ Flexible and able to take on new challenges as they arise.
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: $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.
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 AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.
Sr. Financial Analyst, International TVD
Senior finance analyst job at NBCUniversal
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.
About Us:
NBCUniversal Global TV Distribution is responsible for the licensing and distribution of NBCUniversal product to all forms of television and streaming platforms in the U.S., Canada and in over 200 territories internationally. NBCUniversal's content portfolio includes a vast and diverse library of more than 6,500 feature films and 170,000 television episodes, including current and classic titles, non-scripted programming, kids, sports, news, long-form and short-form programming from Universal Pictures, Focus Features, Universal Television, UCP, Universal International Studios, Sky Studios, Universal Television Alternative Studio, NBC Late Night properties, DreamWorks Animation, Telemundo, Universal Pictures Content Group, as well as locally produced content from around the world, and more. Global TV Distribution is a division of Comcast NBCUniversal.
Overview:
The Senior Financial Analyst of Global TVD FP&A is responsible for the rollup and analysis of consolidated Global Television Distribution financials, as well as assisting with developing budgets for Global TVD cash & overhead. This position will report to the Sr. Finance Manager and will also be responsible for coordinating with members of Global Distribution Operations as well as cross-functional team members in Controllership, Sales Administration, Billings and Collections, P2P, Theatrical and Television Planning Groups and Information Technology.
Responsibilities
+ Prepare templates and consolidate reporting of TVD results for various recurring processes including, but not limited to: Studios Operational Review reporting, Senior Executive reporting, and consolidated internal reporting across NBCU stakeholders.
+ TVD overhead forecasting and reporting including monthly T&E Dashboards, quarterly departmental T&E spend audits.
+ Maintain and submit weekly cash rolling forecast to Treasury.
+ Manage monthly sales reporting templates used to support Global TVD sales calls to ensure visibility & accuracy into regional revenue forecasts used for discussions with Global TVD President.
+ Prepare monthly FX pacing inclusive of hedge activity, and quarterly FX allocation journal entry.
+ Work in conjunction with the Sr. Finance Manager to build cash forecast models, corporate reporting templates, and FCF submissions including variance analysis.
+ Collaborate with internal stakeholders to reconcile intercompany revenue & cash eliminations.
+ Download weekly A/P reports and allocate posted invoices to the appropriate title, product owner and cost type.
+ Assist with supplemental reports as they relate to Global TVD Revenue reporting.
+ Work collaboratively with internal partners to gather key inputs for reporting and analytical efforts.
+ Streamline operational efficiency by enhancing processes and reporting automation.
+ Ad hoc reporting, analysis, and special projects.
The responsibilities associated with this position are not limited to the above description and may be modified at any time by the company.
Basic Requirements
+ Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance.
+ 2+ years of experience in performing quantitative analysis, forecasting, and/or financial modeling.
+ Advanced in Excel (formulas & pivot tables).
+ Intermediate in PowerPoint.
Desired Characteristics
+ Demonstrates strong quantitative and analytical skills with extreme attention to detail.
+ Experience in managing and analyzing large volumes of data.
+ Excellent judgment and problem-solving skills to quickly resolve unique and challenging issues/concerns.
+ Possesses high level of personal and professional integrity.
+ Demonstrates success with systems/data management.
+ Clear, concise verbal and written communication skills.
+ Ability to interact with diverse groups internationally.
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: $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.
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 AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.
Sr. Finance Manager, Global Content Operations
Burbank, CA jobs
Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of. Who We Are… When we say, "the stuff dreams are made of," we're not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD's vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what's next…
From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.
Your New Role
As a key strategic business partner to the Global Content Operations (GCO) division (1,600 headcount, $350M+ of managed spend) this role will serve as the primary point of contact to a portfolio of GCO senior leadership, providing support for the integration of business initiatives and oversight for the preparation and review of the division's consolidated operating results, budgets and forecasts, and related financial reporting packages. The role also plays a key leading role in the financial oversight of the WB/GCO Post Production department. In addition, the role will provide support for ad hoc financial analysis, financial systems initiatives, audit support activities as well as ad hoc modeling and KPI / utilization projects.
Your Role Accountabilities
* LRP & Monthly Reforecasting - Management and production of the consolidated budget for GCO / PPCS P&Ls, as well as LRP, budget, and monthly reforecasts for headcount, related expenditure and capital spend. Ensure that any risks and opportunities to the latest budget / forecast are correctly understood, quantified, and reflected in the forecast as appropriate.
* Reporting - Partner with Regional and Operating Management to ensure that all relevant information is captured and reflected in budgets and forecasts, challenging and verifying all underlying assumptions to ensure the integrity of the numbers. Ensure accuracy of data and that all timelines, processes and controls are adhered to, in line with company policy.
* Analysis - Oversee delivery of variance analysis for GCO / PPCS expenses (e.g. actual versus budget comparison). Review and consolidate business cases, forecasts and scenario analysis for new business initiatives, support new projects and initiations with financial analysis and modelling, establish clearly defined, roll-out and report on other core measures of success (financial and non-financial) for all GCO operations. Support resource planning, headcount allocation, cost modelling and volume planning. Track and report on the performance of executed projects and other business initiatives that are implemented and fully integrate these into the international consolidated reporting process. Provide ad hoc analysis, forecasting and modelling as required.
* Business Partner - Work across global partners and clients to support the operations of the GCO and PPCS business. This includes overseas Centers of Excellence (CoE) FP&A and US Tech Finance Teams to gain a full understanding of the business and operations and liaising with core People and Culture leads to reconcile headcount, systems and streamline and improve processes on an ongoing basis. Partner with the commercial teams, the Business Process Improvement (BPI) team and Project Delivery Group (PDG), and functional leads and operations teams.
* Systems - Train/educate business contacts to use and understand financial/data analysis and reporting tools as appropriate. Liaising with budget holders and business contacts to ensure the correct coding of GCO / PPCS expenditure. Ensure monthly and annual planning processes are completed and uploaded into relevant systems in line with reporting deadlines.
Qualifications & Experience
* Experience to include significant forecasting, budgeting, modelling and analysis
* Experience of working with a high volume of data
* Variance analysis
* Digital Products experience
* Media experience
* Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
* Highly computer literate including advanced Excel, Hyperion (or similar)
* Experience of collaborating with pan regional and cross functional teams
* English - fluent verbal and written
* Use best practice tools such as SmartView, Tableau (or similar analytical tools)
* Experience and market knowledge of specified territories
* Commercial approach, aware how industry trends and micro/macroeconomics affect the business
* Solid organizational, prioritizing and multi-tasking abilities to work in a high pressure, fast paced environment and deal with a high volume of data
* Ability to prioritize and work under own initiative
* Meticulous attention to detail
* Relationship building skills
* Highly numerate and analytical
* Able to communicate with and present explain data and analysis concepts to non-finance personnel
* Ability to question and research detail in order to achieve a full understanding and accurate reflection of the financials
How We Get Things Done…
This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at ******************************* along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.
Championing Inclusion at WBD
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.
If you're a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.
In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery's total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $109,900.00 - $204,100.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation.
If you're a qualified candidate with an arrest or conviction record, please know that your application will be considered in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Sr. Finance Manager, Global Content Operations
Burbank, CA jobs
Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.
Who We Are…
When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we're not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD's vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the
storytellers
bringing our characters to life, the
creators
bringing them to your living rooms and the
dreamers
creating what's next…
From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.
Your New Role
As a key strategic business partner to the Global Content Operations (GCO) division (1,600 headcount, $350M+ of managed spend) this role will serve as the primary point of contact to a portfolio of GCO senior leadership, providing support for the integration of business initiatives and oversight for the preparation and review of the division's consolidated operating results, budgets and forecasts, and related financial reporting packages. The role also plays a key leading role in the financial oversight of the WB/GCO Post Production department. In addition, the role will provide support for ad hoc financial analysis, financial systems initiatives, audit support activities as well as ad hoc modeling and KPI / utilization projects.
Your Role Accountabilities
LRP & Monthly Reforecasting - Management and production of the consolidated budget for GCO / PPCS P&Ls, as well as LRP, budget, and monthly reforecasts for headcount, related expenditure and capital spend. Ensure that any risks and opportunities to the latest budget / forecast are correctly understood, quantified, and reflected in the forecast as appropriate.
Reporting - Partner with Regional and Operating Management to ensure that all relevant information is captured and reflected in budgets and forecasts, challenging and verifying all underlying assumptions to ensure the integrity of the numbers. Ensure accuracy of data and that all timelines, processes and controls are adhered to, in line with company policy.
Analysis - Oversee delivery of variance analysis for GCO / PPCS expenses (e.g. actual versus budget comparison). Review and consolidate business cases, forecasts and scenario analysis for new business initiatives, support new projects and initiations with financial analysis and modelling, establish clearly defined, roll-out and report on other core measures of success (financial and non-financial) for all GCO operations. Support resource planning, headcount allocation, cost modelling and volume planning. Track and report on the performance of executed projects and other business initiatives that are implemented and fully integrate these into the international consolidated reporting process. Provide ad hoc analysis, forecasting and modelling as required.
Business Partner - Work across global partners and clients to support the operations of the GCO and PPCS business. This includes overseas Centers of Excellence (CoE) FP&A and US Tech Finance Teams to gain a full understanding of the business and operations and liaising with core People and Culture leads to reconcile headcount, systems and streamline and improve processes on an ongoing basis. Partner with the commercial teams, the Business Process Improvement (BPI) team and Project Delivery Group (PDG), and functional leads and operations teams.
Systems - Train/educate business contacts to use and understand financial/data analysis and reporting tools as appropriate. Liaising with budget holders and business contacts to ensure the correct coding of GCO / PPCS expenditure. Ensure monthly and annual planning processes are completed and uploaded into relevant systems in line with reporting deadlines.
Qualifications & Experience
Experience to include significant forecasting, budgeting, modelling and analysis
Experience of working with a high volume of data
Variance analysis
Digital Products experience
Media experience
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
Highly computer literate including advanced Excel, Hyperion (or similar)
Experience of collaborating with pan regional and cross functional teams
English - fluent verbal and written
Use best practice tools such as SmartView, Tableau (or similar analytical tools)
Experience and market knowledge of specified territories
Commercial approach, aware how industry trends and micro/macroeconomics affect the business
Solid organizational, prioritizing and multi-tasking abilities to work in a high pressure, fast paced environment and deal with a high volume of data
Ability to prioritize and work under own initiative
Meticulous attention to detail
Relationship building skills
Highly numerate and analytical
Able to communicate with and present explain data and analysis concepts to non-finance personnel
Ability to question and research detail in order to achieve a full understanding and accurate reflection of the financials
How We Get Things Done…
This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at ******************************* along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.
Championing Inclusion at WBD
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.
If you're a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.
In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery's total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $109,900.00 - $204,100.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation.If you're a qualified candidate with an arrest or conviction record, please know that your application will be considered in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Auto-ApplySr. Finance Manager, Global Content Operations
Burbank, CA jobs
**_Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery... the stuff dreams are made of._** **Who We Are...** When we say, "the stuff dreams are made of," we're not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD's vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the _storytellers_ bringing our characters to life, the _creators_ bringing them to your living rooms and the _dreamers_ creating what's next...
From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.
Your New Role
As a key strategic business partner to the Global Content Operations (GCO) division (1,600 headcount, $350M+ of managed spend) this role will serve as the primary point of contact to a portfolio of GCO senior leadership, providing support for the integration of business initiatives and oversight for the preparation and review of the division's consolidated operating results, budgets and forecasts, and related financial reporting packages. The role also plays a key leading role in the financial oversight of the WB/GCO Post Production department. In addition, the role will provide support for ad hoc financial analysis, financial systems initiatives, audit support activities as well as ad hoc modeling and KPI / utilization projects.
Your Role Accountabilities
+ LRP & Monthly Reforecasting - Management and production of the consolidated budget for GCO / PPCS P&Ls, as well as LRP, budget, and monthly reforecasts for headcount, related expenditure and capital spend. Ensure that any risks and opportunities to the latest budget / forecast are correctly understood, quantified, and reflected in the forecast as appropriate.
+ Reporting - Partner with Regional and Operating Management to ensure that all relevant information is captured and reflected in budgets and forecasts, challenging and verifying all underlying assumptions to ensure the integrity of the numbers. Ensure accuracy of data and that all timelines, processes and controls are adhered to, in line with company policy.
+ Analysis - Oversee delivery of variance analysis for GCO / PPCS expenses (e.g. actual versus budget comparison). Review and consolidate business cases, forecasts and scenario analysis for new business initiatives, support new projects and initiations with financial analysis and modelling, establish clearly defined, roll-out and report on other core measures of success (financial and non-financial) for all GCO operations. Support resource planning, headcount allocation, cost modelling and volume planning. Track and report on the performance of executed projects and other business initiatives that are implemented and fully integrate these into the international consolidated reporting process. Provide ad hoc analysis, forecasting and modelling as required.
+ Business Partner - Work across global partners and clients to support the operations of the GCO and PPCS business. This includes overseas Centers of Excellence (CoE) FP&A and US Tech Finance Teams to gain a full understanding of the business and operations and liaising with core People and Culture leads to reconcile headcount, systems and streamline and improve processes on an ongoing basis. Partner with the commercial teams, the Business Process Improvement (BPI) team and Project Delivery Group (PDG), and functional leads and operations teams.
+ Systems - Train/educate business contacts to use and understand financial/data analysis and reporting tools as appropriate. Liaising with budget holders and business contacts to ensure the correct coding of GCO / PPCS expenditure. Ensure monthly and annual planning processes are completed and uploaded into relevant systems in line with reporting deadlines.
Qualifications & Experience
+ Experience to include significant forecasting, budgeting, modelling and analysis
+ Experience of working with a high volume of data
+ Variance analysis
+ Digital Products experience
+ Media experience
+ Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
+ Highly computer literate including advanced Excel, Hyperion (or similar)
+ Experience of collaborating with pan regional and cross functional teams
+ English - fluent verbal and written
+ Use best practice tools such as SmartView, Tableau (or similar analytical tools)
+ Experience and market knowledge of specified territories
+ Commercial approach, aware how industry trends and micro/macroeconomics affect the business
+ Solid organizational, prioritizing and multi-tasking abilities to work in a high pressure, fast paced environment and deal with a high volume of data
+ Ability to prioritize and work under own initiative
+ Meticulous attention to detail
+ Relationship building skills
+ Highly numerate and analytical
+ Able to communicate with and present explain data and analysis concepts to non-finance personnel
+ Ability to question and research detail in order to achieve a full understanding and accurate reflection of the financials
**How We Get Things Done...**
This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at ******************************* along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.
**Championing Inclusion at WBD**
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.
If you're a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page (************************************************ for instructions to submit your request.
In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery's total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $109,900.00 - $204,100.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation.
If you're a qualified candidate with an arrest or conviction record, please know that your application will be considered in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Business Analyst, Operations Strategy & Change Management
Burbank, CA jobs
Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.
Who We Are…
When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we're not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD's vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the
storytellers
bringing our characters to life, the
creators
bringing them to your living rooms and the
dreamers
creating what's next…
From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.
Your New Role...
The WBD Global Content Operations (GCO) runs worldwide post-production services and sources, creates, customizes and localizes all content from our studios, producers, marketers and 3rd party distributors to delivers for all our content outlets globally across Streaming, TV Networks, Theatrical exhibitors, Home Entertainment Licensing Clients, Marketing, Advertising and Publicity. We operate post-production across US, Latam and Europe, and the content supply chain for over 3000 content platforms, 600 channels, 18 of our own streaming platforms and theaters across the world in over 200 territories and localizing content in over 68 languages. We are looking for a hybrid Business Analyst to support our Operations Strategy and Change team within Global Content Operations (GCO). The role will be responsible for supporting business, operations and technology analysis across the portfolio of GCO services and capabilities, upon which we execute new content launches, support expanding business propositions and keep aligned with our business partners overall strategy and requirements.
In this role you will analyze business processes to identify opportunities for efficiency and optimization, ensuring alignment with the Target Operating Model and strategic transformation goals across multiple Content Operations Centers of Excellence (COE) and Lines of Business (LOB). Your role will also involve collaborating with stakeholders to gather, document, and analyze business requirements, providing clear, data-driven solutions that meet operational and strategic needs, as well as supporting change management activities across the Transformation portfolio. This role requires strong skills in business process improvement, data analysis, and stakeholder engagement, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement and operational success. It is pivotal in helping our teams adapt to change while ensuring seamless operational performance across projects.
Your Role Accountabilities...
Business Process Analysis: Analyze existing business processes to identify areas for optimization and efficiency improvements. This includes Gap Analysis: Perform Gap analysis to identify discrepancies between the current state and the desired target state of business processes, systems, or capabilities. Recommend solutions to bridge gaps, such as process enhancements, technology capabilities, and/or resource allocation, helping the organization move towards its strategic goals. Data Analysis: Use data-driven insights to measure progress, identify trends, and support continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.
Change Impact Assessment: Collaborate with Strategy & Projects teams to assess the impact and scale of transformation on processes, teams, and stakeholders. Also, the potential risks and challenges. Evaluate the capabilities and resources needed for implementation, such as training, communication, or technology. Readiness Assessment: Assess user readiness for upcoming changes and help ensure a smooth transition during UAT and implementation phases.
Stakeholder Engagement & Change Management: Gather business requirements from stakeholders and translate them into actionable solutions that support both operational and strategic objectives. Conduct process analysis and mapping sessions with stakeholders to gather business requirements and identify improvement opportunities. Support stakeholders through operational change, recommending and driving solutions to challenges posed by transformation initiatives.
Documentation: Create and maintain documentation, including process flows, requirements specifications, assessments and training materials, to ensure smooth knowledge transfer and the successful implementation of change initiatives.
User Acceptance Testing (UAT) Support: Work closely with technology partners to develop and validate UAT test cases that align with business needs. Ensure UAT schedules, outcomes, and feedback are communicated effectively to stakeholders ensuring alignment and readiness for deployment.
Qualifications & Experiences...
3+ years of experience in Change Management, Business Analysis, Process Analysis, or related roles.
3+ years of experience in Production, Post-Production, Media, Broadcast and/or Streaming Distribution, strongly preferred.
Methodologies and Frameworks: Strong knowledge of change or product management and agile principles, methodologies, and tools.
Critical Thinking: Proven ability to think strategically, question assumptions, and approach problems from multiple angles to develop solutions
Analytical Thinking: Strong experience in analyzing complex processes and data sets, with a track record of using data to drive process improvement decisions
Data Analysis & Reporting: Competence with Business Intelligence (BI) tools for tracking KPIs and supporting decision-making.
Communication Skills: Demonstrated expertise in preparing and delivering presentations to leadership, and in clear, concise documentation that effectively communicates complex information
Time Management Skills: Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deliverables in a fast-paced environment
Documentation: Demonstrated ability in producing and managing comprehensive documentation, including Change Management Plans, analysis, assessments, training, implementation and Communication Plans.
Performance Indicators: Experience in using data to develop and monitor KPIs and OKRs to align change management efforts with strategic business objectives
Global Team Collaboration: Experience working with global teams across multiple time zones, demonstrating the ability to manage diverse perspectives and drive consistent process improvement initiatives.
Agility and Adaptability: Demonstrated ability to thrive in an environment of continual change, with comfort in navigating ambiguity, adapting to shifting priorities, and leading process improvements in a dynamic setting.
On June 9, 2025, Warner Bros. Discovery announced plans to separate into two publicly traded companies, Warner Bros. and Discovery Global, with an expected completion in mid-2026. For more details, including leadership appointments and information on individual brands, please visit our newsroom here.
Although you will be hired by Warner Bros. Discovery, upon the planned separation in 2026, your employment likely will transition to Warner Bros. Company or transition to Discovery Global. During this period of transformation, you'll have an exciting opportunity to lay the foundation at one of the world's premier entertainment brands.
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Auto-ApplySr Manager, Enterprise Financial Planning FP&A
Culver City, CA jobs
At Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE), we're storytellers, boundary-breakers, and visionaries. Every day, we bring to life films, television, and digital content that moves audiences around the globe. Finance is at the heart of that mission - powering the decisions that drive growth, innovation, and creative excellence.
As a key leader in our Enterprise Financial Planning (EFP) team, you'll not only own critical financial processes - you'll shape how we see and navigate our future. You'll partner with senior executives, influence strategic decisions, and elevate our FP&A capabilities. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love turning data into insight, and have a passion for entertainment - this is the role for you.
Responsibilities
+ Lead the creation of executive-level reporting packages, including CFO rollups and analytics that provide clear financial insights.
+ Manage the enterprise FP&A consolidation system for all forecast and planning cycles, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of global financial submissions.
+ Lead the review and validation of business unit variance analyses and executive review packages, ensuring data alignment across all submissions and systems.
+ Summarize and communicate bi-weekly forecast changes and performance trends to executive leadership.
+ Prepare quarterly Business Operations Meeting presentations to facilitate SGC's earnings call with investors, and the annual Budget and Mid-Range Plan presentation, ensuring analytical accuracy and cohesive presentation design.
+ Manage and incorporate Operating Income Allocations, Tax and Interest expense into enterprise-level forecasts.
+ Conduct a detailed review of materials prior to executive submission to ensure compliance with corporate standards and data integrity.
+ Lead the ongoing evolution of CFO review materials, enhancing clarity, insight, and visual storytelling to better inform executive decision-making.
+ Be a driver of innovation and serve as a key contributor to enterprise initiatives focused on process improvement, system automation, and advanced technologies, including the FP&A Consolidation and Reporting Project.
+ Partner cross-functionally with IT and FP&A stakeholders to design and implement financial dashboards and other analytical tools.
+ Maintain the EFP enterprise coordination site, ensuring version control, accessibility, and information accuracy.
+ Prepare and review ad hoc financial analyses and reports for senior SPE and SGC management as required.
+ Coach, mentor, and inspire FP&A analysts and colleagues alike, developing capabilities within the team and fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Qualifications
+ Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; CPA or MBA preferred.
+ 5-8 years of progressive experience in financial planning & analysis, corporate finance, public accounting or management reporting.
+ Demonstrated experience managing financial forecasts, budgets, and long-range plans.
+ Experience managing and developing high-performing teams; proven leadership in people management and talent development.
+ Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
+ Experience with enterprise planning systems and business intelligence tools.
+ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights.
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present financial information clearly and effectively to senior executives.
+ Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
+ High attention to detail, data accuracy, and adherence to corporate policies and deadlines.
+ Experience with financial process automation, system integration, or dashboard design preferred.
+ Strong leadership skills with demonstrated success in team development and mentorship.
Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics. To request an accommodation for purposes of participating in the hiring process, you may contact us at SPE_Accommodation_Assistance@spe.sony.com.
Sr Manager, Enterprise Financial Planning FP&A
Culver City, CA jobs
At Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE), we're storytellers, boundary-breakers, and visionaries. Every day, we bring to life films, television, and digital content that moves audiences around the globe. Finance is at the heart of that mission - powering the decisions that drive growth, innovation, and creative excellence.
As a key leader in our Enterprise Financial Planning (EFP) team, you'll not only own critical financial processes - you'll shape how we see and navigate our future. You'll partner with senior executives, influence strategic decisions, and elevate our FP&A capabilities. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love turning data into insight, and have a passion for entertainment - this is the role for you.
Responsibilities
* Lead the creation of executive-level reporting packages, including CFO rollups and analytics that provide clear financial insights.
* Manage the enterprise FP&A consolidation system for all forecast and planning cycles, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of global financial submissions.
* Lead the review and validation of business unit variance analyses and executive review packages, ensuring data alignment across all submissions and systems.
* Summarize and communicate bi-weekly forecast changes and performance trends to executive leadership.
* Prepare quarterly Business Operations Meeting presentations to facilitate SGC's earnings call with investors, and the annual Budget and Mid-Range Plan presentation, ensuring analytical accuracy and cohesive presentation design.
* Manage and incorporate Operating Income Allocations, Tax and Interest expense into enterprise-level forecasts.
* Conduct a detailed review of materials prior to executive submission to ensure compliance with corporate standards and data integrity.
* Lead the ongoing evolution of CFO review materials, enhancing clarity, insight, and visual storytelling to better inform executive decision-making.
* Be a driver of innovation and serve as a key contributor to enterprise initiatives focused on process improvement, system automation, and advanced technologies, including the FP&A Consolidation and Reporting Project.
* Partner cross-functionally with IT and FP&A stakeholders to design and implement financial dashboards and other analytical tools.
* Maintain the EFP enterprise coordination site, ensuring version control, accessibility, and information accuracy.
* Prepare and review ad hoc financial analyses and reports for senior SPE and SGC management as required.
* Coach, mentor, and inspire FP&A analysts and colleagues alike, developing capabilities within the team and fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; CPA or MBA preferred.
* 5-8 years of progressive experience in financial planning & analysis, corporate finance, public accounting or management reporting.
* Demonstrated experience managing financial forecasts, budgets, and long-range plans.
* Experience managing and developing high-performing teams; proven leadership in people management and talent development.
* Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
* Experience with enterprise planning systems and business intelligence tools.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present financial information clearly and effectively to senior executives.
* Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
* High attention to detail, data accuracy, and adherence to corporate policies and deadlines.
* Experience with financial process automation, system integration, or dashboard design preferred.
* Strong leadership skills with demonstrated success in team development and mentorship.
The anticipated base salary for this position is $125,000-$155,000. This role may also qualify for annual incentive and/or comprehensive benefits. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position.
Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.
SPE will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable law.
To request an accommodation for purposes of participating in the hiring process, you may contact us at SPE_Accommodation_Assistance@spe.sony.com.
Auto-ApplySr Manager, Enterprise Financial Planning FP&A
Culver City, CA jobs
At Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE), we're storytellers, boundary-breakers, and visionaries. Every day, we bring to life films, television, and digital content that moves audiences around the globe. Finance is at the heart of that mission - powering the decisions that drive growth, innovation, and creative excellence.
As a key leader in our Enterprise Financial Planning (EFP) team, you'll not only own critical financial processes - you'll shape how we see and navigate our future. You'll partner with senior executives, influence strategic decisions, and elevate our FP&A capabilities. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love turning data into insight, and have a passion for entertainment - this is the role for you.
Responsibilities
Lead the creation of executive-level reporting packages, including CFO rollups and analytics that provide clear financial insights.
Manage the enterprise FP&A consolidation system for all forecast and planning cycles, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of global financial submissions.
Lead the review and validation of business unit variance analyses and executive review packages, ensuring data alignment across all submissions and systems.
Summarize and communicate bi-weekly forecast changes and performance trends to executive leadership.
Prepare quarterly Business Operations Meeting presentations to facilitate SGC's earnings call with investors, and the annual Budget and Mid-Range Plan presentation, ensuring analytical accuracy and cohesive presentation design.
Manage and incorporate Operating Income Allocations, Tax and Interest expense into enterprise-level forecasts.
Conduct a detailed review of materials prior to executive submission to ensure compliance with corporate standards and data integrity.
Lead the ongoing evolution of CFO review materials, enhancing clarity, insight, and visual storytelling to better inform executive decision-making.
Be a driver of innovation and serve as a key contributor to enterprise initiatives focused on process improvement, system automation, and advanced technologies, including the FP&A Consolidation and Reporting Project.
Partner cross-functionally with IT and FP&A stakeholders to design and implement financial dashboards and other analytical tools.
Maintain the EFP enterprise coordination site, ensuring version control, accessibility, and information accuracy.
Prepare and review ad hoc financial analyses and reports for senior SPE and SGC management as required.
Coach, mentor, and inspire FP&A analysts and colleagues alike, developing capabilities within the team and fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; CPA or MBA preferred.
5-8 years of progressive experience in financial planning & analysis, corporate finance, public accounting or management reporting.
Demonstrated experience managing financial forecasts, budgets, and long-range plans.
Experience managing and developing high-performing teams; proven leadership in people management and talent development.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Experience with enterprise planning systems and business intelligence tools.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present financial information clearly and effectively to senior executives.
Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
High attention to detail, data accuracy, and adherence to corporate policies and deadlines.
Experience with financial process automation, system integration, or dashboard design preferred.
Strong leadership skills with demonstrated success in team development and mentorship.
The anticipated base salary for this position is $125,000-$155,000. This role may also qualify for annual incentive and/or comprehensive benefits. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position.
Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.
SPE will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable law.
To request an accommodation for purposes of participating in the hiring process, you may contact us at SPE_Accommodation_Assistance@spe.sony.com.
Auto-ApplySr. Analyst, Finance Transformation
Culver City, CA jobs
Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) is seeking a highly motivated Senior Analyst to support the ongoing transformation of the global Finance function across all SPE business units, including Motion Pictures, Television, Networks, Corporate Functions, Development, Marketing, and Distribution. As a member of SPE's Finance Transformation team-an internal consulting and change‑leadership group-you will help advance the Finance vision and provide analytical, consulting, and project management support for initiatives that elevate reporting, planning, and decision‑support capabilities across the organization.
The Senior Analyst will play a critical role in evaluating transformation initiatives, identifying innovative analytical approaches, assessing project risks and dependencies, and promoting opportunities that create measurable business value. The role will initially focus on supporting Television Production Finance initiatives while providing broad exposure to senior leaders and cross‑functional teams.
The ideal candidate thrives on solving complex, ambiguous problems, values high‑quality insights, and consistently seeks efficient and scalable ways to deliver meaningful information. A strong foundation in both finance and technology is essential for success.
Responsibilities
Support the execution of projects focused on process redesign, workflow optimization, and system implementations
Collaborate with team members to define business problems and opportunities, perform root-cause analyses, and produce data-driven insights using PowerPoint, Excel, and ChatGPT
Partner with peers and leaders to turn those findings into clear communications-slides, emails, and talking points-that help guide decisions and present recommendations to senior leadership
Develop and maintain cost‑benefit analyses and financial models assessing the economic impact of transformation initiatives
Map, design, and document streamlined processes that enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of SPE Finance
Evaluate current analytical processes and identify opportunities to improve insights, automation, and data utilization
Incorporate relevant market, operational, and financial data into analyses to strengthen decision‑making
Support the Office of the CFO on strategic Finance initiatives, including preparation of executive materials, coordination of Finance‑wide events, and advocacy for best practices
Conduct ad hoc analyses and support strategic deep‑dives at the request of senior executives
Qualifications
BA/BS degree or substantial coursework in business, accounting, finance, analytics, or systems engineering
Minimum 2 years of analytical experience, such as audit, consulting, accounting, or financial planning (entertainment/media experience preferred)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization
Strong aptitude for learning new technologies and applying them to solve business challenges
High proficiency in building clear, compelling presentations in PowerPoint that articulate complex issues and recommendations
Experience in project management, including structuring discussions, prioritizing work, managing timelines, and removing roadblocks; Agile experience a plus
Foundational understanding of financial planning and accounting systems, processes, reports, and models, with the ability to simplify and optimize them.
Demonstrated problem‑solving ability, strong analytical rigor, and strategic thinking
High degree of self‑motivation, resourcefulness, and commitment to delivering value
Advanced Excel skills required; Experience with SQL, R, Python, VBA, SAP BPC, PowerBI, Jira, Tableau, or Alteryx is a plus
The anticipated base salary for this position is $82,000-$95,000. This role may also qualify for annual incentive and/or comprehensive benefits. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position.
Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.
SPE will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable law.
To request an accommodation for purposes of participating in the hiring process, you may contact us at SPE_Accommodation_Assistance@spe.sony.com.
Auto-ApplySr. Analyst, People Data and Reporting
Culver City, CA jobs
Sr. Analyst, People Data and Reporting Job Description
The Senior Analyst, People Data & Reporting role is an integral part of the P&O (HR) Reporting Team. This role is responsible for developing advanced reporting solutions, conducting comprehensive data analysis, and gathering business requirements for technical solutions. The ideal candidate will combine strong analytical skills with hands-on Workday expertise to deliver accurate, actionable insights that drive data-driven decision making across the organization.
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain complex Workday reports on various HCM data sources, such as worker and business process events, using Report Writer, Calculated Fields, and Dashboards.
Collaborate with HR Business Partners and Finance teams to gather and understand reporting requirements. Present data in an easy-to-understand format, provide guidance to recipients, and troubleshoot any errors or issues.
Manage EIB (mass transactions) uploads to efficiently process mass changes, test and troubleshoot templates before production, analyze impacts, and work with other teams to ensure data accuracy.
Support IT team in testing and validation of system updates, configurations, and new functionality.
Participate in design reviews for Workday enhancements and provide data integrity recommendations.
Document data-related processes, report specifications, and validation procedures.
Maintain strict confidentiality of employee information, maintain data governance, monitor data quality, and be a steward to implement corrective solutions as needed.
Be a trusted resource for the entire global P&O team with respect to data and system processes and procedures.
Participate in data related and other cross-functional projects and committees within the P&O department as required.
Train and provide guidance to end-users, junior analysts and report developers.
Develop automated reporting solutions to reduce manual processes and improve data accuracy.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in business Analytics, Human Resources, Information Systems or related field preferred.
5+ years of experience with Workday HCM reporting and analytics with at least 2 years of EIB experience in mid-to-large organizations. Experience with Workday Prism is a plus.
Previous experience in HRIS systems administration, HR data operations, or business intelligence roles.
Key Competencies/Skills
Advanced proficiency with MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.
Knowledge of data privacy, confidentiality, security and compliance requirements.
Understanding of HR processes including recruiting, talent management, and compensation.
Proven track record of excellent follow-through on assignments; demonstrated commitment to getting tasks accomplished with minimal supervision.
Deep analytical and problem-solving abilities with exceptional attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and a strong sense of integrity, diplomacy, and professionalism with a customer-centric approach.
Ability to handle multiple priorities and collaborate across teams in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
A curiosity mindset with passion for continuous learning and proactive knowledge sharing across teams.
The anticipated base salary for this position is $90,000 to $112,000. This role may also qualify for annual incentive and/or comprehensive benefits. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position.
Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.
SPE will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable law.
To request an accommodation for purposes of participating in the hiring process, you may contact us at SPE_Accommodation_Assistance@spe.sony.com.
Auto-ApplyDirector, Payroll Finance Systems
Culver City, CA jobs
The Director role aligns with and provides support to the payroll business functions. The Director is the IT team lead and liaison to IT for application and technology-related matters for Payroll user communities. This role owns development and maintenance of systems supporting Payroll activities, including ensuring that any outsourced and/or SaaS arrangements effectively manage SPE's business. Work side-by-side with Payroll Operations as well as the HR functional/IT teams. This role will cross support with the Participations and Residuals manager.
This leader is expected to:
+ understand the various Payroll activities and processes,
+ coordinate their up- and down-stream feeder systems with other teams,
+ be intimate with the information needed to support business processes,
+ gather requirements as needs change from the Business - indeed, to anticipate them,
+ propose solutions that meet those requirements efficiently and economically,
+ confidently make calculated and informed decisions, drive toward continuously improving processes with the use of technology
Responsibilities:
+ Lead development, delivery, and management of Payroll systems across SPE.
+ Foster and enhance relationships with various constituencies including GFO leads, Payroll, Participations and Residuals leadership and direct reports and their teams. Manage vendors providing Payroll application and technology support.
+ Responsible for applications and technology strategy as relates to Payroll activities and for optimizing processes and applications for a simplified architecture.
+ Manage IT Payroll projects and their corresponding budgets - using an Agile methodology where possible - by providing guidance, expertise, and in coordinating staff activities and their participation.
+ Lead, mentor and develop the IT staff who support Payroll.
+ Provide open and clear communication to stakeholders and executives of progress, plans and issue resolution. Coordinate with appropriate Corporate Communications teams as necessary.
Requirements:
+ Master's degree preferred
+ 10+ years of payroll experience
+ 10+ years of Media and Entertainment experience
+ 5 years of experience with project management
+ Desirable to have experience with Hours-to-Gross and Gross-to-Net payroll systems for US and Canada (global a plus), preferred examples including but not limited to: UKG Pro /Ultipro/Kronos/Dimensions/PRO WFM/Infor/Workday and SAP financials.
+ Experience with IBM Cognos BI reporting.
+ Needs experience managing vendors and SaaS providers.
+ Proficiency in Excel, business intelligence/IBM Cognos BI reporting tools, SQL.
+ Expertise in collective bargaining agreements, specific to entertainment unions, and how those rules impact the complexity in the payroll systems.
Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics. To request an accommodation for purposes of participating in the hiring process, you may contact us at SPE_Accommodation_Assistance@spe.sony.com.
Director, Payroll Finance Systems
Culver City, CA jobs
The Director role aligns with and provides support to the payroll business functions. The Director is the IT team lead and liaison to IT for application and technology-related matters for Payroll user communities. This role owns development and maintenance of systems supporting Payroll activities, including ensuring that any outsourced and/or SaaS arrangements effectively manage SPE's business. Work side-by-side with Payroll Operations as well as the HR functional/IT teams. This role will cross support with the Participations and Residuals manager.
This leader is expected to:
understand the various Payroll activities and processes,
coordinate their up- and down-stream feeder systems with other teams,
be intimate with the information needed to support business processes,
gather requirements as needs change from the Business - indeed, to anticipate them,
propose solutions that meet those requirements efficiently and economically,
confidently make calculated and informed decisions, drive toward continuously improving processes with the use of technology
Responsibilities:
Lead development, delivery, and management of Payroll systems across SPE.
Foster and enhance relationships with various constituencies including GFO leads, Payroll, Participations and Residuals leadership and direct reports and their teams. Manage vendors providing Payroll application and technology support.
Responsible for applications and technology strategy as relates to Payroll activities and for optimizing processes and applications for a simplified architecture.
Manage IT Payroll projects and their corresponding budgets - using an Agile methodology where possible - by providing guidance, expertise, and in coordinating staff activities and their participation.
Lead, mentor and develop the IT staff who support Payroll.
Provide open and clear communication to stakeholders and executives of progress, plans and issue resolution. Coordinate with appropriate Corporate Communications teams as necessary.
Requirements:
Master's degree preferred
10+ years of payroll experience
10+ years of Media and Entertainment experience
5 years of experience with project management
Desirable to have experience with Hours-to-Gross and Gross-to-Net payroll systems for US and Canada (global a plus), preferred examples including but not limited to: UKG Pro /Ultipro/Kronos/Dimensions/PRO WFM/Infor/Workday and SAP financials.
Experience with IBM Cognos BI reporting.
Needs experience managing vendors and SaaS providers.
Proficiency in Excel, business intelligence/IBM Cognos BI reporting tools, SQL.
Expertise in collective bargaining agreements, specific to entertainment unions, and how those rules impact the complexity in the payroll systems.
The anticipated base salary for this position is $155,000-$205,000. This role may also qualify for annual incentive and/or comprehensive benefits. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position.
Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.
SPE will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable law.
To request an accommodation for purposes of participating in the hiring process, you may contact us at SPE_Accommodation_Assistance@spe.sony.com.
Auto-ApplySr. Analyst, People Data and Reporting (Workday HCM)
Culver City, CA jobs
Sr. Analyst, People Data and Reporting Job Description The Senior Analyst, People Data & Reporting role is an integral part of the P&O (HR) Reporting Team. This role is responsible for developing advanced reporting solutions, conducting comprehensive data analysis, and gathering business requirements for technical solutions. The ideal candidate will combine strong analytical skills with hands-on Workday expertise to deliver accurate, actionable insights that drive data-driven decision making across the organization.
Responsibilities
+ Design, develop, and maintain complex Workday reports on various HCM data sources, such as worker and business process events, using Report Writer, Calculated Fields, and Dashboards.
+ Collaborate with HR Business Partners and Finance teams to gather and understand reporting requirements. Present data in an easy-to-understand format, provide guidance to recipients, and troubleshoot any errors or issues.
+ Manage EIB (mass transactions) uploads to efficiently process mass changes, test and troubleshoot templates before production, analyze impacts, and work with other teams to ensure data accuracy.
+ Support IT team in testing and validation of system updates, configurations, and new functionality.
+ Participate in design reviews for Workday enhancements and provide data integrity recommendations.
+ Document data-related processes, report specifications, and validation procedures.
+ Maintain strict confidentiality of employee information, maintain data governance, monitor data quality, and be a steward to implement corrective solutions as needed.
+ Be a trusted resource for the entire global P&O team with respect to data and system processes and procedures.
+ Participate in data related and other cross-functional projects and committees within the P&O department as required.
+ Train and provide guidance to end-users, junior analysts and report developers.
+ Develop automated reporting solutions to reduce manual processes and improve data accuracy.
Qualifications
+ Bachelor's degree in business Analytics, Human Resources, Information Systems or related field preferred.
+ 5+ years of experience with Workday HCM reporting and analytics with at least 2 years of EIB experience in mid-to-large organizations. Experience with Workday Prism is a plus.
+ Previous experience in HRIS systems administration, HR data operations, or business intelligence roles.
Key Competencies/Skills
+ Advanced proficiency with MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.
+ Knowledge of data privacy, confidentiality, security and compliance requirements.
+ Understanding of HR processes including recruiting, talent management, and compensation.
+ Proven track record of excellent follow-through on assignments; demonstrated commitment to getting tasks accomplished with minimal supervision.
+ Deep analytical and problem-solving abilities with exceptional attention to detail.
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and a strong sense of integrity, diplomacy, and professionalism with a customer-centric approach.
+ Ability to handle multiple priorities and collaborate across teams in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
+ A curiosity mindset with passion for continuous learning and proactive knowledge sharing across teams.
Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics. To request an accommodation for purposes of participating in the hiring process, you may contact us at SPE_Accommodation_Assistance@spe.sony.com.
Manager, Reporting & Analytics, Production Finance
Culver City, CA jobs
The successful applicant will be responsible for providing high-level industry support of original content production, along with broader content creation through development of our financial accounting and reporting process for original owned productions. This role will have a high degree of interaction with the company's finance leadership, production and executive teams. The candidate must be hands-on, entrepreneurial, passionate about content and physical production, quick-thinking, elastic, able to pivot when necessary, systematic, has impeccable ethics, and is able to juggle multiple and diverse projects with a strong emphasis on organization and an unwavering attention to detail. The candidate will execute on a vision to develop a world class production finance operations team, comprising of its people, systems and policies.
This individual should demonstrate a high aptitude for critical thinking and analysis, tax credit, financial systems and labor/union foundational knowledge. You will be a part of a dynamic and creative SPT Production Finance team working directly with our production business units. The successful candidate will be a strategic partner to management teams enterprise wide. The candidate should be extremely comfortable counseling business partners and influencing them towards decisions that have a valued business impact. The successful will work closely with freelance accountants during the course of production to provide compliance support.
Responsibilities
Develop deep partnerships with studio technology and research teams to deliver on major cross-functional measurements, testing, and modeling efforts with studio's Data Warehouse.
Build out a “best in class” production data support models.
Perform ledger coding compliance assessments during the course of production, as well as pre-audit reviews of the production's general ledgers.
Develop new data management techniques to improve production cost forecasting.
Liaise with corporate tax, production audit, controllership, production and government relations teams to ensure proper compliance, including refreshing studio documentation and desktop procedures.
Identify and leverage production financial and operations data to develop standardize metrics, data tools and methods to enhance production decision support.
Research and become a subject matter expert all domestic and international production centers.
Participate with Director of Tax Credits and Incentives for C&I planning, production metrics and production studies in support of future production planning initiatives.
Coordinate with production accountants, estimators, finance and legal teams on all tax and incentive matters facing our productions
Maintain knowledge of current industry trends pertaining to television and film production.
Develop and manage production accountant hiring/ recruiting database.
Ensure that the SPT financial controllership and production policies and procedures are uniformly implemented operationally and that payroll/AP/Reporting are in accordance with standards established by SPT.
Identify problem and/or issues as quickly as possible including breakdown in communication between departments, UPMs, producers and accountants.
Maintain knowledge of current industry trends pertaining to union MOA updates, rate increases and compliance issues.
Perform ad-hoc projects as .
Technical Skills
Advanced experience with Excel and other Microsoft / Apple products.
Intermediate/Advanced experience with Tableau/PowerBi/MicroStrategy VI tools.
Intermediate/Advanced knowledge of Global Vista, Movie Magic, PSL, and Smart Accounting products.
SAP experience .
Qualifications
Education: BA/BS (Finance, Quantitative Field or Accounting preferred. CPA, MBA or JD/LLM, a plus)
Candidate must have 5+ years of film and/or television industry production finance or entertainment tax, or management audit experience.
Eligibility Requirements
Willingness to travel (domestic and international) and work extended hours if needed.
Must be willing to submit to background check.
Must have work authorization to work in the United States.
Must be 18 years or older.
Must be willing to work in Culver City, CA.
Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV online to be considered.
Desired Characteristics:
Strong communication skills, written / verbal, and ability to interact with employees at all levels, including upper management.
Robust understanding of payroll process, union labor agreements and tax requirements.
Proven ability to lead and manage.
Candidates are required to be highly analytical, as well as strong effective communicators.
High aptitude and enthusiasm for complex problem solving and analysis utilizing financial applications, including great Excel skills.
Candidate must thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess a high level of academic curiosity, focus on generating results and exhibit the highest personal and professional standards of integrity and ethics.
The anticipated base salary for this position is $101,600-$127,000. This role may also qualify for annual incentive and/or comprehensive benefits. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position.
Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.
SPE will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable law.
To request an accommodation for purposes of participating in the hiring process, you may contact us at SPE_Accommodation_Assistance@spe.sony.com.
Auto-ApplyManager, Accounting & Reporting
Senior finance analyst job at NBCUniversal
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
Role Purpose
Manager, Accounting and Reporting, participates in the day-to-day operations of the Studio Group Headquarters Controllership team, and will assist in a wide range of accounting and consolidation matters for Film and TV, including supporting financial reporting obligations to NBCUniversal Corporate, Comcast and external parties. The role is in a fast-paced headquarters environment, interfaces with teams domestically and internationally, and has opportunities for growth.
This role will manage the Senior Financial Analyst, Consolidation and Reporting and report to the Director, Consolidation and Reporting, while overseeing the Business Process Outsourcing provider and working closely with the broader Studio Group Controllership and Finance teams.
Essential Responsibilities
Operational:
* Key contributor to the monthly and quarterly close processes, including preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, roll-forwards, variance analyses and supporting schedules across various financial statement line items.
* Responsible for quarterly NBCU Corporate data requests, which include individual preparation, review of submissions provided by the offshore business provider and gathering/consolidation of information provided by multiple business units.
* Oversees cash receipts application across DreamWorks, Focus Features & NBCU Universal bank accounts; reviews journal entries and analysis prepared by the Senior Financial Analyst and offshore business provider. Monitor unclaimed cash.
* Perform all Controllership responsibilities for Peacock Kids, including but not limited to production accounting, journal entry preparation, AP processing, variance analysis and cost oversight, working closely with the business operators.
* Act as a center of excellence and support for business units by providing and enforcing guidance and best practices, validating balances from a consolidated perspective, and investigating variances to prior periods.
* Coordinate and oversee Studio Group business units' adherence to various tasks and processes, including but not limited to internal controls, close requirements, and financial reporting deliverables.
* Participate and collaborate on corporate driven initiatives and process change across the business, including special projects. In the next year, this will include significant emphasis on NBCU's transition to the SAP S4 platform.
* Manage work performed by business process outsourcing provider, including training, and review and maintenance of desktop procedures.
* Proactively identify opportunities to build efficiencies and consistencies into existing accounting and reporting processes and implement process improvements.
* Collaborate with broader Controllership groups on process benchmarking and with FP&A on period close status.
* Participate in ongoing learning and cross-training opportunities.
* Assist with ad-hoc projects as needed.
People & Leadership:
* Develop and maintain productive working relationships with cross-functional finance teams.
* Contribute to coaching and developing Studio Group controllership staff professionally and technically.
* Cultivate an inclusive environment where staff can produce high quality results, actively be involved in process improvement, and share ideas.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
* Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
* 5+ years of accounting related experience. (Combination of public accounting and private industry experience preferred.)
* Microsoft Suites skills are essential, including strong/exceptional Excel skills (formulas, pivot tables and v-lookup) and heavy knowledge of Word and PowerPoint.
* CPA or on path to obtaining CPA license preferred.
* Experience with SAP and AoE preferred.
* Entertainment experience preferred.
Desired Characteristics
* Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written.
* Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively across the organization.
* Excellent project management skills, strong attention to detail and accuracy, proactive approach to problem solving.
* Inquisitive and eager to learn.
* Able to identify issues and make recommendations for solutions.
* Solid work ethic and follow through.
* Ability to effectively manage competing priorities and deadlines.
* Flexible and able to take on new challenges as they arise.
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: $90,000-125,000 (bonus 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 AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.
Sr Financial Analyst Revenue Management
Senior finance analyst job at NBCUniversal
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.
This Senior Financial Analyst is a key member of the Pricing & Revenue Management department and performs detailed financial analyses of attendance trends and forecasts to make strategic recommendations for ticket pricing and product offerings. By providing high-quality insights, this Senior Financial Analyst supports both the short-term and long-term financial success for Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Horror Unleashed.
+ Analyze sales and attendance trends by origin, sales channel and product mix. Use this along with macro-economic variables, business intelligence and other inputs to action frequent admission price changes that drive incremental revenue lift. Understand and provide feedback on models and tools to help in continuous improvement. This requires maintaining advanced Excel models and translating data into actionable insights.
+ Developing innovative pricing initiatives (e.g. volume-tiered, variable pricing) and evaluating their success (e.g. sensitivity, break-even, volume analysis) to drive revenue and margin growth. This includes analyzing the financial feasibility of proposed promotional offers and present clear business cases to executive leadership.
+ Conduct postmortem analysis to evaluate effectiveness and profitability of pricing initiatives and promotional offers. Make recommendations for adjustments to strategies.
+ Partner in development and deployment of tests to identify pricing strategies which maximize profitability. Leverage these results along with other analytics in pricing recommendations.
+ Collaborate with Marketing & Sales, Finance, Global Pricing & Analytics and other partners across the organization to gather and provide feedback on how pricing decisions will impact the business and to execute key business initiatives.
+ Ad hoc data querying, modeling and analysis as required.
+ Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UDX policy, procedures, training, and team member involvement activities.
+ Perform other duties as assigned.
+ Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in Business, Accounting, Finance, Engineering, or related field.
+ 3-5 years of progressive experience within pricing, finance, or analytics.
+ Must be willing to work in the Universal City offices on a hybrid basis.
+ Strong analytical and financial modeling skills with advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
+ Experience with Domo, Tableau, Microstrategy, PowerBI, R, Python, or VBA a plus .
Desired Characteristics:
+ Strong analytical skills, capable of delivering detailed, accurate information in a fast-paced environment.
+ Ability to link financial results to performance drivers and able to concisely communicate findings to all levels of the organization.
+ Able to meet deadlines while managing multiple assignments, handle conflicts constructively, and work methodically around challenges.
+ Strong interpersonal and communication skills, able to work effectively cross-functionally, and the ability to work collaboratively and in a self-directed, independent manner .
+ High level of responsibility with a strong desire to not only answer "what" but wants to dig deeper to understand the "why" and "how".
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: $75,000-95,000
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.
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 AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.
Sr Analyst, Insights Strategy & Analysis
Culver City, CA jobs
Sony Pictures Television is looking for a Senior Analyst to join our Insights Strategy & Analysis Team, supporting Drama (Superhero, Sci-Fi, Fantasy) & Unscripted series. The world's largest independent studio, Sony Pictures Television, produces original content for linear networks and digital platforms. Our series - from dramas like THE NIGHT AGENT, THE LAST OF US, and THE BOYS, to comedies like PLATONIC, to unscripted series like JEOPARDY!, SHARK TANK, and AMERICAN IDOL - are beloved by our fans and customers worldwide.
As part of the SPT Insights, Strategy, and Analytics team, the Sr Analyst will work in a consultative manner with senior executives and cross-functional teams to deliver insights that inspire creative development, content strategy, and marketing. This role will be a key member of a team that are experts on the entertainment marketplace, commissioning trends, customer needs, and audience tastes. This Sr Analyst will elevate the voice of the consumer and provide strategic content insights that support Sony Pictures Television's success in our unique role as an independent studio. Using secondary & syndicated data, primary research, ratings & consumption data and social listening, the Manager will support key SPT series throughout their lifecycles and will be responsible for actionable insights and strategies in supporting trend identification, landscape opportunity analysis, concept and pilot testing, content positioning, content promotion & launch / post launch analyses. This role will play a meaningful and visible role in guiding content creation, optimizing audience engagement, and making our content the best it can be. The Sr Analyst, Insight, Strategy & Analytics will report to the Director, Insight, Strategy & Analytics - Superheroes, Sci-Fi, Fantasy; Unscripted.
Responsibilities
The analyst will support the team/Director on SPT Superhero, Sci-Fi, Fantasy, and Unscripted series. Working with the team/Director, the analyst will have a keen understanding of genre trends and opportunities - conducting qualitative and quantitative primary research studies and tracking series' performance to optimize departmental development slates, understand landscape genre trends, uncover audiences' views on pilots, and to improve the sell-ability, marketing, and performance of pitches and current series.
Approach answering key business questions with a holistic approach to gather strategic insights - from primary research, to viewing / consumption data analysis, to social analytics.
Partner with broader data analytics teams as needed for larger scale projects and advanced analytics
With guidance from team/Director, design primary research studies to test concepts, pilots, and series end to end - both qualitative & quantitative
Produce regular performance reporting and create additional custom analyses as necessary for SPT across drama series (superhero, sci-fi, fantasy) & lifestyle (unscripted) series
Maintain a familiarity with entertainment landscape/industry trends
Leverage studio wide tools and data sources to deeply understand content performance, content trends and audience engagement
Analyze the TV landscape, genre trajectories & audience areas of growth / opportunity for development & production - using Nielsen, Ampere and other 3rd party datasets
Utilize social media listening to understand audiences' needs and test hypotheses about content, including development & marketing opportunities
Utilize syndicated consumer & audience insight tools to answer content, development & landscape questions
Enrich and validate multiple data sources to maintain data quality and support the production of new reports and dashboards
Strong presentation skills, able to tell data narratives that are strategic, succinct & visual, with a clear POV, to increase engagement & adoption of insights & data across the business
Qualifications
3-5+ years experience in media & entertainment research
3-5+ years experience in consumer insights/market research (qualitative and/or quantitative primary research methods)
Passion for film and television!
Some foundational knowledge of entertainment/TV landscape, including linear networks, streaming landscape, and other digital/emerging media platforms
Experience with Nielsen Ratings (NNTV, NPower, SVOD Content Ratings, Total Content Ratings), Ad Intel, Fast Affiliates; experience with Luminate, Studio Systems and Ampere are a plus
Experience with social and YouTube measurement to report on social campaign performance, identify trending content and audience behaviors and familiar with tools like Talkwalker, Tubular, and TikTok analytics
Experience working with large data sets
Proficiency with analytical tools like Tableau and in Microsoft Office suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Word)
Able to distill and effectively communicate complex information clearly and concisely
Advanced writing skills and ability to synthesize information and tell stories with data
Skilled at data visualization and creating impactful presentations and deliverables
Exceptional organization, time management, and project management skills
Confident presence - strong communication skills (verbal, written, listening)
Flexible, collaborative personality, quick learner, and strong, proactive work ethic
Self-starter with passion, energy, enthusiasm, curiosity, and a growth mindset
Bachelor's degree required, preferably in the fields of Marketing, Economics, Social Sciences, Statistics, Data Sciences, or related fields
The anticipated base salary for this position is $90K to $115K. This role may also qualify for annual incentive and/or comprehensive benefits. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position.
Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.
SPE will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable law.
To request an accommodation for purposes of participating in the hiring process, you may contact us at SPE_Accommodation_Assistance@spe.sony.com.
Auto-ApplySr Analyst, Insights Strategy & Analysis
Culver City, CA jobs
Sony Pictures Television is looking for a Senior Analyst to join our Insights Strategy & Analysis Team, supporting Drama (Superhero, Sci-Fi, Fantasy) & Unscripted series. The world's largest independent studio, Sony Pictures Television, produces original content for linear networks and digital platforms. Our series - from dramas like THE NIGHT AGENT, THE LAST OF US, and THE BOYS, to comedies like PLATONIC, to unscripted series like JEOPARDY!, SHARK TANK, and AMERICAN IDOL - are beloved by our fans and customers worldwide.
As part of the SPT Insights, Strategy, and Analytics team, the Sr Analyst will work in a consultative manner with senior executives and cross-functional teams to deliver insights that inspire creative development, content strategy, and marketing. This role will be a key member of a team that are experts on the entertainment marketplace, commissioning trends, customer needs, and audience tastes. This Sr Analyst will elevate the voice of the consumer and provide strategic content insights that support Sony Pictures Television's success in our unique role as an independent studio. Using secondary & syndicated data, primary research, ratings & consumption data and social listening, the Manager will support key SPT series throughout their lifecycles and will be responsible for actionable insights and strategies in supporting trend identification, landscape opportunity analysis, concept and pilot testing, content positioning, content promotion & launch / post launch analyses. This role will play a meaningful and visible role in guiding content creation, optimizing audience engagement, and making our content the best it can be. The Sr Analyst, Insight, Strategy & Analytics will report to the Director, Insight, Strategy & Analytics - Superheroes, Sci-Fi, Fantasy; Unscripted.
Responsibilities
The analyst will support the team/Director on SPT Superhero, Sci-Fi, Fantasy, and Unscripted series. Working with the team/Director, the analyst will have a keen understanding of genre trends and opportunities - conducting qualitative and quantitative primary research studies and tracking series' performance to optimize departmental development slates, understand landscape genre trends, uncover audiences' views on pilots, and to improve the sell-ability, marketing, and performance of pitches and current series.
* Approach answering key business questions with a holistic approach to gather strategic insights - from primary research, to viewing / consumption data analysis, to social analytics.
* Partner with broader data analytics teams as needed for larger scale projects and advanced analytics
* With guidance from team/Director, design primary research studies to test concepts, pilots, and series end to end - both qualitative & quantitative
* Produce regular performance reporting and create additional custom analyses as necessary for SPT across drama series (superhero, sci-fi, fantasy) & lifestyle (unscripted) series
* Maintain a familiarity with entertainment landscape/industry trends
* Leverage studio wide tools and data sources to deeply understand content performance, content trends and audience engagement
* Analyze the TV landscape, genre trajectories & audience areas of growth / opportunity for development & production - using Nielsen, Ampere and other 3rd party datasets
* Utilize social media listening to understand audiences' needs and test hypotheses about content, including development & marketing opportunities
* Utilize syndicated consumer & audience insight tools to answer content, development & landscape questions
* Enrich and validate multiple data sources to maintain data quality and support the production of new reports and dashboards
* Strong presentation skills, able to tell data narratives that are strategic, succinct & visual, with a clear POV, to increase engagement & adoption of insights & data across the business
Qualifications
* 3-5+ years experience in media & entertainment research
* 3-5+ years experience in consumer insights/market research (qualitative and/or quantitative primary research methods)
* Passion for film and television!
* Some foundational knowledge of entertainment/TV landscape, including linear networks, streaming landscape, and other digital/emerging media platforms
* Experience with Nielsen Ratings (NNTV, NPower, SVOD Content Ratings, Total Content Ratings), Ad Intel, Fast Affiliates; experience with Luminate, Studio Systems and Ampere are a plus
* Experience with social and YouTube measurement to report on social campaign performance, identify trending content and audience behaviors and familiar with tools like Talkwalker, Tubular, and TikTok analytics
* Experience working with large data sets
* Proficiency with analytical tools like Tableau and in Microsoft Office suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Word)
* Able to distill and effectively communicate complex information clearly and concisely
* Advanced writing skills and ability to synthesize information and tell stories with data
* Skilled at data visualization and creating impactful presentations and deliverables
* Exceptional organization, time management, and project management skills
* Confident presence - strong communication skills (verbal, written, listening)
* Flexible, collaborative personality, quick learner, and strong, proactive work ethic
* Self-starter with passion, energy, enthusiasm, curiosity, and a growth mindset
* Bachelor's degree required, preferably in the fields of Marketing, Economics, Social Sciences, Statistics, Data Sciences, or related fields
The anticipated base salary for this position is $90K to $115K. This role may also qualify for annual incentive and/or comprehensive benefits. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position.
Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.
SPE will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable law.
To request an accommodation for purposes of participating in the hiring process, you may contact us at SPE_Accommodation_Assistance@spe.sony.com.
Auto-ApplySenior Analyst, Content Valuation
Culver City, CA jobs
The Content Strategy and Acquisitions team within the Global TV distribution organization at Sony Pictures has an opening for a Senior Analyst. The team works closely with the various Production units to greenlight new TV Series and Films for the sales organization to distribute worldwide. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly analytical and detail-oriented candidate interested in content distribution.
The Senior Analyst will be responsible for assisting valuation efforts across SPE's Film, Scripted TV, Non-Fiction, Game Show, Kids and International TV labels. This is a key supporting role with a broad scope, touching on many aspects of the television business and is an integral part of a multi-billion-dollar global sales organization. The role requires exceptional organizational skills and the ability to build trusting relationships among multiple business units including Sales, Production, Finance, Marketing, Legal, and Operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Update and enhance content valuation models for greenlights and acquisitions
Assist with the ultimate review process. Ensure accurate and timely communication of ultimate values to Finance and Sales organization, including risks and opportunities, and recommend quarterly adjustments
Model financial greenlight scenarios for Film and TV productions
Create various tools and templates including but not limited to tracking greenlight requests, contract details across global distribution agreements, competitive landscape and other key local territory information
Read scripts and creative materials to inform content valuation and strategic decision-making
Proactively track sales and TV performance to ensure targets are achieved
Provide regular and ad hoc sales and performance updates to product owners
Collaborate with the Insights team to identify relevant talent and genre trends to support content evaluation
Assist with content performance analyses and market landscape deep dives, synthesizing data to identify audience behaviors and emerging trends
Requirements:
Bachelor degree required in Business, Finance, Economics, Statistics or other analytical field
3-4 years' experience in a previous analytical role with interest in TV and Film distribution
Resourceful with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively present analysis
Proactive, solution-oriented and ability to propose creative solutions to problems
Exceptional analytical, financial and organizational skills; detail oriented
Solid understanding of television licensing
Ability to navigate systems, financial models, and complex legal agreements, as well as creative documents
Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills required, Tableau experience preferred
Passion for Film and TV
The anticipated base salary for this position is $80,000 to $95,000. This role may also qualify for annual incentive and/or comprehensive benefits. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position.
Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.
SPE will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable law.
To request an accommodation for purposes of participating in the hiring process, you may contact us at SPE_Accommodation_Assistance@spe.sony.com.
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