Financial Analyst, Operational Finance

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. The Financial Analyst, Operational Finance plays a critical role in supporting compensation and benefits and headcount planning across the Media Group, contributing to financial planning and analysis for centrally managed costs while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Partner with HR to monitor and forecast headcount for pacings, estimates, budgets, and long-range planning
• Support forecasting, reporting, and perform strategic and trend analysis
• Collaborate with on Ad Sales compensation and benefits (C&B) and headcount planning
• Coordinate with Operational Finance teams to prepare reporting packages for monthly pacings, estimates, budgets, and long-range plans
• Assist with monthly journal entries and financial close activities for Operational Finance
• Prepare and standardize quarterly reconciliations for C&B accruals, reclassifications, and allocation entries across Media Group
• Manage BPC submissions and validations for monthly and major estimate cycles
• Contribute to the development and documentation of standard operating procedures (SOPs) for Operational Finance workflows

Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field
• Proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel
• Analytical Thinker: Ability to interpret complex data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights
• Detail-Oriented: Ensures accuracy in reporting, reconciliations, and financial analysis
• Proactive & Self-Starter: Takes initiative to solve problems and improve processes without waiting for direction
• Collaborative: Comfortable working across multiple teams, including HR, Finance, and Operational Finance
• Team Player: Builds strong relationships, supports colleagues, and contributes to a positive, inclusive team culture
• Adaptable: Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities
• Strong Communication Skills: Can clearly present financial information to both finance and non-finance stakeholders
• Tech-Savvy: Familiarity with financial systems such as SAP and planning tools like BPC; advanced Excel skills
• Process Improvement Mindset: Looks for opportunities to streamline workflows and contribute to SOP development

Benefits

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

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