Manager, Ad Sales Finance

Job Description

Responsibilities

Job Purpose

The Ad Sales Finance Manager is responsible for core ad sales finance processes and is a key player on the team supporting NBC News, CNBC, MSNBC, and Today and the broader NBCU portfolio. This role provides the unique opportunity to gain a solid understanding of NBCU Ad Sales through daily exposure/interaction with Pricing, Sales, Planning, Marketing, Research, and Division Finance functions.

Duties and Responsibilities
• Create, own, and maintain financial models for ad sales revenue for Budget, Long Range Plan, and Quarterly Forecast as well as weekly pacing/reporting against these forecasts
• Work closely with Planning/Inventory, Sales, and other operational teams to identify financial risks/opportunity and communicate to finance leadership
• Work with Strategic Planning and Sales Leadership providing support, analyses, and insights to help drive revenue including:
o Inventory/capacity utilization & analysis
o Pricing Analysis
• Own Revenue Recognition/Monthly Close Processes
• Improve depth of existing reporting to provide better analytical tools for both Finance and Sales teams
• Perform ad hoc analysis as needed
• Report directly to and provide ongoing support/coverage for Director, Ad Sales Finance

Qualifications

Qualifications
• Four year degree (B.A., B.S.) in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial management and analysis
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills
• Strong communication skills – ability to present and communicate ideas and thoughts to all levels of the organization from senior management to entry-level staff
• Accuracy and attention to detail and deadlines
• Excellent organization skills and proven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to work well under pressure

Eligibility Requirements
• Willingness to work overtime, and on weekends with short notice
• Must be willing to work in New York, NY
• Must be willing to submit to a background investigation
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be 18 years or older

Desired Characteristics
• Prior Ad Sales experience
• Prior management experience is a plus
• Resourceful self-starter who can work independently

Additional Information

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 in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.

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