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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 theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

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.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

The Senior Financial Analyst, Operational Finance for Sports & Entertainment will report to the Senior Director, Operational Finance, Sports & Entertainment, and work as a part of the team responsible for financial oversight of Golf Channel, USA, E!, SYFY, and Oxygen. This role will support linear sports as well as the non-programming costs for the Entertainment networks, including the FP&A and Controllership processes throughout the year.

• Operational Finance:
  • Support Golf Channel and Sports on USA financial tasks including contracts and rights management, underpinning reconciliation, and all internal finance processes (pacings/forecasts/close).
  • Support leaders of Marketing, Digital, and Programming functions; coordinate across networks to prioritize spending and budget targets
• Consolidation and reporting of FP&A cycles:
  • Produce consolidated P&L’s as needed for Sports and Entertainment leadership
  • Work closely with Production Finance, Corporate, Allocators, and other Matrix Organizations to coordinate results
  • Support both Operating Cash Flow and Free Cash Flow tracking for both actuals and forecasts. 
  • System submissions for Pacing, Budget, Long Range Plan, and other deliverables for Sports and Entertainment
• Perform ad hoc analyses as needed

Basic Qualifications

• BA/BS Degree in finance/accounting or related field
• Minimum of two (2) years relevant experience in finance/accounting
• Proficient in use of SAP/BW/BPC or similar accounting software
• Proficient in Windows environment; Advanced Excel skills

Desired Characteristics

• Knowledge and working experience using SAP, or similar accounting software
• Must be accurate, detail-oriented and efficient with ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills required
• Ability to work in a fast paced, high pressure environment
• Solid Excel skills, including ability to create macros and complex models
• Exceptional work ethic and organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize
• Team player with a positive attitude. Role requires frequent collaboration with finance peers as well as counterparts in research, programming, scheduling, ad sales, marketing, etc.

Hybrid : This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. Subject to change based on Manager discussion or business need

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: $70,000 - $95,000.

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.

Although you'll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job likely will transition to Versant in the future. By joining at this pivotal time, you'll be a part of this exciting company as it takes shape.

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