Director, Finance – Mid-Atlantic Region

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

The Director, Finance role is responsible for leading the local finance team and finance functions for the Washington, D.C. market, which includes the WRC, WZDC, WZTD & WRTD television stations. This role is a unique blend of operational finance, FP&A, accounting and reporting into the NBCU Local Mid-Atlantic Region. The position reports to the Regional Vice President Finance with significant interaction with station management leadership, NBCU Local HQ Finance, HQ Controllership and other markets within the region (Philadelphia) & NBCU Local division.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee financial and operational aspects of the finance and accounting functions, including annual budgeting, regular forecasts, monthly close, headcount reporting, and related analyses for the P&L and Balance Sheet

• Responsible for summarizing and regularly updating RVP and other stakeholders on financial results including identifying major financial drivers, tracking key performance indicators (KPIs), and providing insights into the market

• Partner with the local station GM and department heads to help guide decision making

• Build a strong partnership with the sales team & manage revenue process including pacing, rate/volume, and programming analytics. Including preparation of ad-hoc sales reporting when necessary.

• Drive appropriate & consistent accounting treatment, while continually reviewing finance processes to improve overall efficiency and accuracy of the finance function.

• Direct, mentor and develop Sr. Financial Analyst direct report

• Supervise the capital investment strategy, inclusive of planning, pacing, and reporting

• Provide support for annual audit, working in conjunction with both external auditors & HQ controllership team

• Coordinate ongoing expense reporting & analysis, e.g., labor tracking/forecasting, T&E and P-Card audits, etc.

• Completion of ad hoc reporting requests, analysis, and special projects.

• Develop, design and evaluate models for business process improvements to be shared with senior and operational management

• Develop PowerPoint presentations to executive management that demonstrate ability to succinctly share insights

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or finance
• 8+ years of work experience in finance, public accounting or operations
• Experience leading and managing support staff in a global environment
• Experience developing strong working relationships with finance and non-finance personnel alike with the ability to influence strategic decision making
• Experience driving change and exhibiting flexibility in an evolving landscape
• Demonstrated knowledge of GAAP
• Proficient using Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and SAP/AOE/BPC, including ability to analyze and manipulate data
• Working knowledge of finance (Accounts Payable, General ledger, etc.) and scheduling systems
• Willing and able to work longer hours when necessary

Desired Characteristics:

• Passion for relationship building and developing strong understanding of operational needs
• Strong aptitude for complex problem solving with an ability to identify and implement process improvement and change management
• Superior organizational skills
• Ability to write, speak and present effectively
• Ability to communicate and lead discussions with different types of stakeholders, from executives to operators to direct reports
• Ability to read, interpret and apply contractual elements to business
• Past work experience within media and entertainment industry
• Strong desire to grow in career and assume additional responsibilities
• Business intelligence system (PowerBI, Tableau) experience preferred

This position currently has a hybrid schedule, which requires contributing from the Washington, DC 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: $120,000 - $130,000 (bonus 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.

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.