Finance Manager

Job Description

Manager, Finance (COS)

Responsibilities

NBCUniversal Brand Development is a division that creates and extends quality entertainment that positively impacts audiences through universally engaging stories, play and experiences.

The Manager, Finance (COS) is an integral member of the NBCUniversal CP finance team, responsible for providing operational and financial support to the Consumer Products team The primary focus will be Cost financial planning and analysis, including ROI analysis to drive cost-effective operations. The qualified candidate must be able to multi-task and balance priorities on competing initiatives and deadlines.

Essential Responsibilities:
• Partner with the Cost team leads to provide constant financial support and help manage/monitor spending
• Lead COS financial planning and analysis for Annual Budget, Quarterly Forecasts / Pacings, Long Range Planning and Quarterly Close cycles and report into the Consumer Products Consolidation team
• Prepare and lead quarterly COS review discussions, prepare regular COS updates and present it to Executives
• Provide ROI analyses for key spending areas/initiatives that supports the Global Consumer Products Group growth domestic and international
• Prepare and lead consolidation for Global COS
• Create and maintain COS models
• Partner with the wider Consumer Products FP&A team to set up/roll-out new processes and procedures, and opportunities for operational improvements
• Assist with integration and implementation of new reporting systems
• Lead/assist with special projects and other duties as assigned
• Ad Hoc reporting and analysis

Qualifications/Requirements
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelors Degree in Finance or related field
• Minimum 4 years' experience in finance and/or accounting
• Cost management experience required (2+ years preferred)
• Microsoft Excel proficiency and experience with SAP preferred
• Ability to interact with all levels of management
• General accounting knowledge required

Eligibility Requirements:
• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV online to be considered
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States

Desired Characteristics

Desired Qualifications:
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Applicant must be a team player and be able to work with a variety of personalities
• Strong leadership skills and ability to work across multiple divisions
• Takes initiative and lead projects
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in this fast- paced environment
• Detail oriented
• Proactive approach to problem solving including analytical and information system skills
• Strong work ethic and follow through
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work assignments and work well under pressure
• Must be accurate, highly organized with great attention to detail

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