Founded by fans, Crunchyroll delivers the art and culture of anime to a passionate community. We super-serve over 100 million anime and manga fans across 200+ countries and territories, and help them connect with the stories and characters they crave. Whether that experience is online or in-person, streaming video, theatrical, games, merchandise, events and more, it’s powered by the anime content we all love.
Join our team, and help us shape the future of anime!
In the role of Corporate Strategy Senior Analyst, you will report to the Corporate Strategy Senior Manager.
We are considering applicants to be based in Los Angeles, CA, where we operate on a hybrid work schedule.
This role combines a dynamic set of responsibilities across impactful areas including (i) financial and strategic analysis for initiatives focused on growth and partnerships; (ii) M&A planning, diligence, and execution; (iii) project management; and (iv) executive presentations and communications.
It requires a nimble team player who can plug in and drive progress, with no two days the same. Example projects could include (a) driving due diligence and financial analysis for new investment opportunities; (b) collaborating with subject matter experts across Crunchyroll to develop a partnership structure for a new product / service / region, (c) managing post-close integration workstreams to help acquisitions realize their strategic goals, and (d) delivering presentation materials for executives.
Core Areas of Responsibility- Provide financial / analytical modeling and strategic support for evaluating potential M&A and investment opportunities, joint ventures, and business development growth initiatives
- Perform due diligence, prepare presentations for senior management, and coordinate with senior executives to execute transactions and commercial agreements
- Prepare structured analysis with effective data visualization, strategic recommendations, and concise communication to enable well-informed business decisions
- Deliver polished, executive presentations for business updates, board meetings, and ad hoc events
We get excited about candidates, like you, because...
- You bring 5+ years of experience in investment banking, private equity / investing, or corporate development
- You have experience driving financial modeling, valuation, and due diligence
- You enjoy strategic thinking and bringing organization to complex processes
- You take pride in excellence, with strong attention to detail, analytical rigor, and adaptability, while operating in a fast-paced environment
- You are a collaborative team player who proactively supports colleagues and builds strong relationships across the business
- You share our excitement for media & entertainment
- Proficiency with MS Office (Excel and PowerPoint) and Google Suite
- B.S. / B.A. required
This function works closely with senior leadership and across Crunchyroll’s global businesses, spanning SVOD services, eCommerce, video games, theatrical releases, consumer packaged goods, publishing, and more. We routinely evaluate and execute high-profile opportunities across acquisitions, divestitures, and joint ventures. Beyond inorganic projects, we also partner with colleagues in our operating business units to develop and implement organic growth initiatives in new products, services, and regions. Within the Finance team, we’re a partner for related verticals including Accounting, FP&A, Royalties, Data Insights, and Procurement.
Why you will love working at CrunchyrollIn addition to getting to work with fun, passionate and inspired colleagues, you will also enjoy the following benefits and perks:
- Receive a great compensation package including salary plus performance bonus earning potential, paid annually.
- Flexible time off policies allowing you to take the time you need to be your whole self.
- Generous medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and life insurance
- Health Saving Account HSA program
- Health care and dependent care FSA
- 401(k) plan, with employer match
- Employer paid commuter benefit
- Support program for new parents
- Pet insurance and some of our offices are pet friendly!
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Skills Required
- 5+ years of experience in investment banking, private equity or investing, or corporate development
- Experience with financial modeling, valuation, and due diligence
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint
- Proficiency with Google Suite
- Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree
- Strong strategic thinking, organization, attention to detail, analytical rigor, and adaptability
- Collaborative approach and ability to build strong cross-functional relationships
- Interest in media and entertainment
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Crunchyroll Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare is described as fully covered in the U.S., with dental and vision plus HSA/FSA options, and access to Sony Pictures’ comprehensive medical programs and resources. Family-building and caregiving supports such as fertility coverage and backup care are also documented in Sony’s benefits materials.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support includes a 401(k) plan administered via Sony with an employer match and documented first‑day eligibility/enrollment timelines. Plan guides and SPDs are accessible through the Sony benefits hub.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time away is framed around Flexible Time Off in U.S. roles alongside paid parental leave. Additional paid leave types and hybrid work practices are referenced across public materials and listings.
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At Crunchyroll, we deliver what anime fans love—anytime, anywhere. With the world’s largest anime streaming library, we connect fans to the stories, characters, and creators they love. But Crunchyroll is more than just a destination to watch anime—it's a global ecosystem where anime lives and breathes beyond the screen. From streaming and theatrical releases to merch, games, news, events, and music, we offer fans immersive experiences that celebrate anime culture in all its forms. Headquartered in the U.S. with teams and reach across the globe, Crunchyroll is an independently operated joint venture between Sony Pictures Entertainment and Aniplex of Japan. This unique partnership gives us the power to scale globally while staying rooted in anime’s cultural origins, ensuring authenticity and access for fans everywhere. We believe anime is more than entertainment—it’s a way of life. And we’re here to champion that passion every day.
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We take the People Experience seriously here at Crunchyroll. Join a diverse team of talented, ambitious people who treat each other well and believe that how we win is just as important as winning.
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