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.Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('SpinCo') 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.As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. OurDiversity, Equity and Inclusion (https://www.nbcuniversal.com/diversity-equity-inclusion) initiatives, coupled with ourCorporate Social Responsibility (https://www.nbcuniversal.com/csr) work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.The Financial Analyst of Events will support the fast growing USH Special Events and VIP Operations teams as part of the Finance FP&A team. The role will assist in financial reporting related to month close, quarterly pacing/estimates; financial planning including the annual budget and re-forecasts; and analysis of business trends, event profitability, portfolio trends and process opportunities. This individual will work closely with the Special Events and VIP mgmt. teams, the functional finance teams and the rest of the FP&A team.ResponsibilitiesEvents P&L Tracking, Reporting and Planning:
Track actuals against plan by event and as an overall P&L holistically
Communicate trends and expectations effectively to mgmt. and FP&A leadership
Execute Month end close process including booking accruals, adjusting budget variances, cost reclasses & revenue recognition.
Partner with Events mgmt. to create a strong annual plan that ties to business objectives and requires ongoing pacing/monitoring
Provide reforecasts of the year as needed and articulate causes of change clearly and effectively on a volume/rate basis v. prior year & v. budget
Individual Event approval, planning and closeout:
Generate charge numbers for events including use of SAP Project Interface to initiate Event Creation
Participate in the pricing and event approval for all events including the formal event approval process on behalf of Finance Function
Prepare necessary infrastructure to accurately track each individual event
Work with the sales managers to plan event costs, confirm cost estimates and track actuals against those plan specifically Operating Expense Budgets on a case-by-case basis
Work with the functional and finance partners to understand and reconcile actuals vs estimates
Close each event as part of the Month/Quarter close process & determine whether additional accrual is required
Portfolio and Balance Sheet Analysis/Reconciliation:
Understand the event portfolio trends and work with Event mgmt. to understand implications and potential opportunities
Manage deferred revenue balance sheet account for Special Events & prepare monthly reconciliations to reduce ongoing variances
Initiate creative solutions on balance sheet variances & take ownership of detailed research/deep-dives through new reconciliation methodologies
Qualifications/Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong Computer / Analysis Skills, particularly in Excel and PowerPoint
Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment
Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.
Desired Characteristics
Experience in using and managing budget/planning systems (SAP, Hyperion, Business Objects, Cognos, etc)
Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex information to all levels of the organization
Resourceful problem solver, with the ability to prioritize and create approaches to meet required objectives
Demonstrate leadership values and ability to develop and participate in diverse/cross-functional teams
Requires excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with and influence a wide spectrum of customers
Ability to maintain a big picture perspective as well as be detail-oriented is essential
Highly proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Effectively handles sensitive and confidential matters
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 (https://www.nbcunicareers.com/benefits) of the Careers website. Salary range: $68,640 - $75,000As 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 [email protected].