Senior Manager, Project Innovation

Company Description

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.

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we’ll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description

Seeking an experienced and analytical Senior Manager, Finance Transformation to join our Studio Finance Transformation Team. Reporting to the Vice President, Studio Finance Transformation, this role will play a pivotal role in driving strategic initiatives that integrate new technologies (i.e. AI), foster innovation, optimize processes, and establish best practices within Studio Group Finance function. The ideal candidate will bring a strong financial acumen along with a blend of technical expertise and proactive approach to driving innovation in a dynamic environment. You will lead and manage complex, cross-functional projects focused on transforming finance functions, optimizing financial systems, and driving process improvements.

Responsibilities:

• Closely collaborate with finance senior management and business unit leadership teams to evaluate current processes and identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and optimization.
• Champion the use and integration of new tools and advanced analytics to drive better business insights, enhance forecasting accuracy, streamline processes, and support strategic decision-making.
• Develop new financial models, dashboards, and KPIs to monitor performance, identify trends, and provide strategic recommendations to support business objectives. Drive implementation of best practices in modeling, reporting, data analysis, and process design.
• Facilitate and manage complex financial projects from initiation to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards. Assist with change management.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends and best practices in finance. Continuously evaluate new tools and technologies for cost/benefit potential.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field. MBA or relevant certification (CPA, CFA, PMP) preferred but not required.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in Accounting or Finance.
• Excellent Excel, PowerPoint, and analytical skills in addition to strong attention to detail and solid critical thinking.

Desired Characteristics:

• Working knowledge of SAP ECC and S4 HANA/AoE/BPC/SAC/PowerBi
• Media/Entertainment experience
• Competence in modern financial tools and techniques, including machine learning, predictive analytics, and data visualization.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills. Ability to distill complex financial concepts into clear and actionable business insights.
• Solid organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple and competing priorities in order to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Outstanding problem-solving skills.

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: $100,000-130,000 (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.

NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

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 AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.