Finance Analyst

Company Description
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 global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.
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.
Universal Pictures International (UPI) is the International Distribution and Marketing division for Universal Pictures. In the United Kingdom, Austria, Spain, Italy, Germany, Switzerland, the Netherlands, France, Korea, Hong Kong, Australia, New Zealand, Mexico and China, UPI directly markets and distributes movies through its local offices, creating campaigns and release strategies that respond to the culture and market behaviour of those territories. In other parts of the world, UPI partners with Paramount and Sony in the distribution of all three companies' films. Universal Pictures is part of NBCUniversal, one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies in the development, production, and marketing of entertainment, news, and information to a global audience. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
Job Description
This role is a commercially and operationally focused Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst position, responsible for tracking and analysing Head Office Marketing expenditure and campaign performance, alongside the analysis and presentation of financial data to support decision-making. The role is based in London and will work closely with finance teams in LA.
Key Responsibilities:

• Provide key support to the FP&A Director, including oversight, support, and review of work completed by the Finance Intern
• Deliver management accounting for Head Office Marketing and Film Operations costs, including tracking, incorporation of changes, and clear communication with Los Angeles-based finance teams
• Support the Head Office Marketing team by tracking and analysing spend by title and evaluating key release campaign strategies
• Ensure accurate and timely forecasting of film print costs, with ownership of Head Office print cost tracking and analysis
• Own the weekly reporting process for International Box Office performance, including downstream window analysis
• Prepare and present EMEA Finance Management reporting packs, incorporating analysis of profitability, territory growth, and foreign currency movements
• Prepare, review, and communicate ad hoc financial reports, tracking schedules, and scenario analyses to studio stakeholders
• Actively contribute to annual budgeting and long-range slate planning processes
• Provide Accounts Payable (AP) support, including Purchase Order (PO) process guidance and training

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Finance, Business, or a related discipline
• Studying towards or part-qualified in a professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent)
• Previous experience in a similar finance OR FP&A role
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and exercise sound judgement
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage confidently with stakeholders at all levels
• Demonstrated initiative, curiosity, and a proactive approach to learning and development
• Proven ability to work collaboratively as a reliable and effective team player
• Experience using SAP or similar ERP systems (desirable)

Additional Information
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 [email protected].