Director, Finance

Company Description

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 global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.

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

About Us:

NBCUniversal Global TV Distribution is responsible for the licensing and distribution of NBCUniversal product to all forms of television and new media 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, NBC Late Night properties, DreamWorks Animation, Telemundo, and more, as well as locally produced content from around the world. Global TV Distribution is a division of Comcast NBCUniversal.

Overview:

The Director of Finance for Global Television Distribution is responsible for financial planning & analysis of NBCUniversal’s film product distributed in the International Linear Free and Basic, Premium Pay, Subscription-VOD and Ad based-VOD. The Director will report to the Vice President of Finance and support the review and consolidation of over $1.5 Billion in international film revenue, while driving film product owner reporting enhancements and finance initiatives. This position will be responsible for working collaboratively with the Sales team, Sales Administration, Marketing, Controllership, Film & Television Planning Groups and Information Technology.

Here you can:

• Lead and develop an FP&A team overseeing end-to-end forecasting and reporting (Budget, Monthly Pacing & Close, Long-Range Plan) across $1.5 billion+ in international film revenue, delivering actionable insights on market trends and performance drivers
• Translate complex financial data into clear, executive-level insights, explaining results across comparable periods, identifying key drivers, and tracking critical KPIs to support senior leadership decision-making
• Drive strategic decision-making through analytics, leading ad hoc analyses and special projects that influence business priorities and unlock growth opportunities
• Own relationships across Distribution Sales and Film Studio executives (Universal Pictures, Focus Features, DreamWorks, etc.), providing visibility into performance against budget targets and proactively addressing evolving business needs
• Develop and deliver high-impact executive presentations, communicating financial performance, risks, and opportunities to Global Distribution & Film Studio executives
• Champion continuous improvement, identifying and implementing process enhancements that increase efficiency and financial transparency

The responsibilities associated with this position are not limited to the above descriptions and may be modified at any time by the Department or NBCUniversal

Qualifications

Here you'll need:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance
• 7+ years of experience in performing quantitative analysis, forecasting, and/or financial modeling
• Advanced Excel proficiency and ability to analyze and manipulate high volumes of data

Desired Characteristics

• Demonstrates strong quantitative and analytical skills, detail oriented
• Excellent judgment and problem-solving skills to quickly resolve unique and challenging issues/concerns independently
• Proven leadership skills
• Team player with interpersonal ability to work with others and collaborate to achieve goals
• Possesses high level of personal and professional integrity
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently & experience leading a team/process
• Entertainment industry knowledge preferred

Hybrid: This position currently has a hybrid schedule, which requires contributing 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: $135,000 - $170,000 (bonus & LTI 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.