Manager, Finance Content Strategy

$85,000 - $115,000/Yr

NBC - Central LA, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Central LA, CA

Broadcasting and Content Providers

About the position

The Manager, Finance Content Strategy at Universal Studio Group will play a crucial role in managing the greenlight process for new and returning TV series, ensuring strategic decision-making aligns with financial analysis and overall studio P&L management. This position serves as a liaison among various departments within NBCUniversal, producing detailed financial reports and analyses to support studio leadership in making informed business decisions.

Responsibilities

• Support the studio greenlight process by partnering with internal stakeholders such as Creative Development, Business Affairs, Global TV Distribution, and Production.
• Gather information from various internal stakeholders to perform financial modeling of prospective deal terms and synthesize into reports that drive decision-making on new and returning TV series.
• Improve processes for tracking and analyzing key performance metrics versus greenlights and collaborate with internal stakeholders to enhance the overall greenlight process.
• Prepare pro-forma P&Ls for both ad-hoc requests and recurring reviews with executive leadership.
• Maintain ultimate P&Ls for co-produced series and work closely with internal stakeholders during pacings, month, and quarter-end close to ensure accurate financials.
• Perform ad hoc analysis to help studio leadership drive informed decisions and influence business decisions with effective communication.

Requirements

• BS/BA degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or equivalent practical experience.
• 4+ years of experience and demonstrated success in financial management and analysis preferred.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational, analytical, and PC skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Advanced analytical skills and the ability to understand both details and the big picture.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills; ability to work and communicate effectively with all levels of finance, operations, and senior management.
• Comfortable dealing with ambiguity, taking initiative, and directing work in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
• Solid organization and time management skills; ability to deliver on multiple project assignments and meet tight deadlines under pressure.
• Team player with the ability to function in a cross-functional environment and willingness to jump into projects to meet department goals.
• Entertainment / Media / TV Production experience preferred.
• Willingness to work extended hours with short notice during critical planning cycles.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Variety of discounts and perks