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Sr Financial Analyst, Tech Services

NBCUniversal

Universal City, CA 5 days ago
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  • Paid
  • Full Time
  • Mid (2-5 years) Experience
Job Description
NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies.
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.

Job Description
A successful Sr Financial Analyst will help develop and maintain best in class financial processes, improve technical performance, and align decision making with the business' key performance indicators for the Technical Services department of the Theme park. Technical Services is tasked with constructing, maintaining and improving the mechanical operations of the park including all rides, attractions, shows and facilities. They make the park run and this Finance role helps them do that in a timely and financially optimal manner, including spending significant time in the park as they do their work. Provide accurate and timely financial transactions, reporting and analysis. Establish and maintain detailed budgets (Annual Plan and Quarterly Updated Forecast). Partner with operators to maximize efficiencies. Lead/assist with various ad hoc projects as required. Interact with Senior Management on a regular basis to deliver financial updates.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Drive Department Performance
• Partner with Technical Services management and the Finance team to develop and implement best in class metrics, analysis and process to drive operation performance. Provide financial coaching to all technical partners.
Financial Reporting, Budget Preparation and Analysis:
• Prepare weekly/monthly performance packages for senior management addressing budget variances, cash position and status of current projects.
• Partner with operators to ensure appropriate accounting throughout the month, including reclasses, charge-off and other entries as needed to ensure transparent and accurate reporting.
• Execute Month-End close with excellence, ensuring that all financial transactions are appropriately executed and recorded, including journal entries, accruals and other financial entries.
• Assist with preparation of the annual operating plan, monthly forecasts and latest estimates. Prepare monthly position update for senior management.
• Perform analyses on financial performance versus budgeted targets and versus key business drivers to include regression and correlation analyses. Extend findings to provide meaningful recommendations.
Maximize Technical Efficiencies:
• Strengthen controls to ensure a ''no surprises'' environment. Leverage relationships with operating partners to optimize efficiencies and influence behavior.
Special Projects:
• Lead/assist special projects – both analytical and process improvements (i.e.: management reports, operational processes, metric management techniques). Document findings and provide meaningful recommendations.
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in business/accounting/finance or related field.
• 2 plus years Finance experience with progression.
• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through nbcuni.careers.com to be considered.
• Willingness to work overtime, and/or on weekends with short notice
• Must be willing to work in Universal City
• Must be willing to submit to a background investigation
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

Desired Characteristics
• Resourceful problem solver, with the ability to prioritize and create approaches to meet required objectives.
• Excellent analytical abilities are required, including advanced Excel skills; SAP and Microstrategy skills a plus.
• Demonstrated leadership values and ability to develop and participate in diverse/cross-functional teams.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with and influence a wide spectrum of customers.
• Ability to be detail-oriented while maintaining a big picture perspective.
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 - $90,000

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-4k90k7-3-17-175-182-42 in your application.

Salary Details
Salary Range: $75,000 to $90,000 Per Year ($ USD)