Director, Finance - Ad Sales

About the position

The Director, Syndication Ad Sales Finance is responsible for analyzing and overseeing financial reporting, Executive leadership communication and Forecasting for the Syndication properties. In this role, you will be a key part of the Ad Sales Finance team that supports Syndication leadership. There is cross-functional exposure to Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Corporate Finance.

Responsibilities

• Support revenue across the First Run, Off Net and 3rd Party titles as well as Branded Entertainment.
• Analyze and oversee financial reporting for Syndication properties.
• Prepare the annual operating budget, quarterly forecasts, long range plan, monthly operational reviews and other estimates and presentations.
• Assist sales and planning leadership in setting sales strategy, pre and post air sales analysis, analyzing pricing trends, sellouts and ratings.
• Develop and own core reporting and analytical processes for TV revenue.
• Analyze and report sales risks and opportunities by identifying core drivers (e.g. ratings, price, and volume).
• Perform ad hoc analyses on financial impact of schedule changes, program purchases, program and daypart profitability, alternative selling metrics, etc.
• Lead Executive presentations for leadership & perform ad hoc analyses, providing insightful views into financial performance.
• Evaluate multiple Pro-forma scenarios to discover profitable program mixes.
• Coordinate and assist Sales and Finance teams to set up Upfront materials, assumptions, and operations.
• Support Direct-to-Scale leadership team with weekly revenue trends.
• Train, develop, and oversee one direct report.

Requirements

• Four-year degree (B.A., B.S.) in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 7+ years of experience in financial management and analysis.

Nice-to-haves

• Prior Ad Sales experience.
• Prior management experience is a plus.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Solid analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent 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.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• 401(k).
• Paid leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• A variety of other discounts and perks.