Company Description

NBCUniversal owns and operates over 20 different businesses across 30 countries including a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment television networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group,

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Job Description

Universal Theatrical Group (UTG) is the live-theatre arm of NBCUniversal, currently represented by Wicked on Broadway, US Tour, London, Australian Tour, and UK Tour, with Death Becomes Her opening in 2024. Past shows in the UTG catalog include Billy Elliot, The Prince of Egypt, Bring it On, Shrek the Musical, and Holiday Inn.

The Senior Financial Analyst will work with the Universal Production Operations & Finance team that is responsible for all finance activities related to Universal’s stage productions including budgeting, forecasting, periodic reporting, production, licensing, development and process improvement. This role reports to the Director of Production & Finance and works with Universal Theatrical Group’s Creative team and Controllership, as well as external General Managers, Accountants and Stakeholders, and must be able to work well with all levels in a corporate function and with production personnel. The qualified candidate must be able to multi-task and balance priorities on competing initiatives. A background in the live theatre business is helpful.

Essential Responsibilities:

Update forecasting models for all productions and assist with preparation of annual BudgetIdentify business trends by analyzing industry data and changes in box office results and costs for each productionCollaborate with management on the preparation of monthly financial results and industry highlights for senior managementTrack financial activity on all projects in development, licensed productions, and investmentsWork with Stage Plays production finance team and interact with local production Accountants and General Managers to ensure proper accounting and reporting and compliance with Universal’s corporate policies and proceduresWork with Stage Plays production finance team and Controllership to ensure proper accounting and account reconciliations for all productions, investments, and licensesSupport accounting function for Stage Plays funding requests, cash receipts, and paymentsWork closely with Controllership through monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processesPerform ad hoc analyses, reconciliations, and data compilation for management

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree requiredMinimum 2 years of relevant experience (including Finance, Accounting, etc.)Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency

Desired Characteristics:

Background or interest in live theatre industryWorking knowledge of SAPSolid analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail and high standards in quality and accurate reportingExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsExperience communicating with all levels of an organizationAbility to multi-task and prioritize work assignments in a constantly changing environment and work well under pressureAbility to take initiative and work autonomously as well as part of a team

Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week

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 Range: $85,000-$95,000; not bonus eligible, not long-term incentive 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].