Manager, FP&A

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 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.
Job Description
Operations & Technology (O&T) is a $1.5B operating cash flow ($2B FCF) division of NBCUniversal. The group functions as a global shared service within NBCUniversal performing critical functions including Media, Broadcast and Studio Operations & Production, Content Supply Chain, Information Technology and Engineering, as well as Cyber Security. The group operates from numerous locations around the world, including New York, New Jersey, Los Angeles, and London.
The FP&A Manager will oversee O&T's OCF financial planning and analysis function, including budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and analysis. The FP&A Manager will be responsible for the consolidation of OCF financials across multiple lines of businesses, managing the financial planning process, and providing financial insights to O&T stakeholders. The role will report to the Sr. Manager of FP&A.
Key Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of OCF annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, analyzing key metrics and trends, and summarizing for executive level presentations
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data, and provide regular reporting on OCF performance, variances, and trends
• Develop and manage headcount planning and consolidation, including monthly tracking and forecasting, ensuring alignment with the overall business strategy and financial goals
• Lead monthly headcount and OCF updates with CFO and senior finance team
• Develop and maintain relationships with operational finance to understand business drivers and support decision-making
• Drive continuous improvement and simplification of FP&A processes and systems
• Perform various ad-hoc analyses including variance analysis and other requests from corporate or senior management
• Oversee O&T reporting hierarchies and system solution (Essbase), serve as liaison to IT support team to design, test and implement functionality improvements

Leadership and Culture

• Manage a team of 1 individual, providing leadership, coaching, and development opportunities, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration
• Promote a strong sense of urgency for reaching goals and key deliverables
• Develop open communication and productive work relationships with senior leadership and the broader finance team

Qualifications
Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or related field
• 3+ years of experience in Finance, FP&A experience preferred
• Must be proficient with MS Office Suite products - particularly advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Knowledge of Essbase preferred with exposure to BPC a plus

Desired Qualifications

• Exceptional financial modeling and analysis skills, with experience in forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate summarized and concise financial information
• Solid leadership skills, with the ability to manage and develop a team
• Team Player with the ability to function in a cross functional environment and willingness to jump into projects to meet department goals
• Ability to quickly grasp new concepts and problem solve independently
• Excellent organization and time management skills; ability to deliver on multiple project assignments, meet tight deadlines and be effective under pressure
• Outstanding interpersonal skills; ability to work and communicate effectively with all levels of finance, operations, and senior management
• Continuous improvement attitude, ability to seek out and implement best practices
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Experience in the Media / Tech industry is a plus

Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, which currently requires contributing from the New York, NY office a minimum of three days per week. Beginning January 5, 2026, hybrid employees will be required to work from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.
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: $85,000 - $110,000 (bonus eligible).
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].