Associate, Financial Planning & Analysis

Job Description

Who We Are

Creative Artists Agency (CAA) is the leading entertainment and sports agency, with global expertise in filmed and live entertainment, digital media, publishing, sponsorship sales and endorsements, media finance, consumer investing, fashion, trademark licensing, and philanthropy. Distinguished by its culture of collaboration and exceptional client service, CAA's diverse workforce identifies , innovates, and amplifies opportunities for the people and organizations that shape culture and inspire the world. The trailblazer of the agency business, CAA was the first to build a sports business, create an investment bank, launch a venture fund, found technology start-up companies, establish a philanthropic arm, build a business in China, and form a brand marketing services division, among other innovations. Named Most Valuable Sports Agency by Forbes for eight consecutive years, CAA represents more than 2,000 of the world's top athletes in football, baseball, basketball, hockey, soccer, in addition to coaches, on-air broadcasters, and sports personalities and works in the areas of broadcast rights, corporate marketing initiatives, social impact, and sports properties for sales and sponsorship opportunities. Founded in 1975, CAA is headquartered in Los Angeles, and has offices in New York, Nashville, Memphis, Chicago, Miami, London, Munich, Geneva, Stockholm, Shanghai, and Beijing, among other locations globally. 

The Role

The Associate, Financial Planning and Analysis will be responsible for all financial activities initially for CAA's TV business, including the monthly, quarterly and annual analysis of revenues and operating expenses.  The role includes development of the annual budget and revised forecast, as well as the preparation of monthly actual vs. budget variance analysis, financial metrics, and ad hoc analysis as directed.   The analyst will work closely with the leadership of their designated divisions.

Responsibilities
• Cultivate relationships within the assigned divisions to build a robust communication network
• Become the go-to financial resource for Division leadership, Agents, Executives, and their staff
• Stay abreast of industry trends and client activity
• Assist in the preparation of the annual operating plan and revised forecast by gathering and analyzing information from the general ledger, contract management system, industry research, and Division contacts
• Prepare monthly P&L actual vs. budget reports for Division and Finance leadership and evaluate variances
• Development of Long Range Plan for assigned divisions
• Track financial metrics to spot trends and communicate performance to management
• Respond to Management questions through research and analysis
• Provide management reports and analysis as requested
• Identify and complete system and process improvement projects

Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Economics or other quantitative discipline preferred (MBA a plus)
• Two or more years in FP&A, investment banking, or other positions with detailed financial modeling experience
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to present information at the executive levels
• Advanced MS Excel & PowerPoint
• Entertainment industry experience a plus
• Experience with PowerBI and/or Microsoft Dynamics AX a plus

Location

This role is based in the Los Angeles office; Hybrid.

Compensation: The annual base salary for this position is in the range of $85,000 - $115,000. This position also is eligible for benefits and discretionary bonus. Ultimately, the salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, business sector, and geographic location, among other criteria. Please talk with a CAA Recruiter to learn more.

The Company also complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws with regard to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-r7wyx9-18-226-150-175-42 in your application.