Finance Analyst

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.

Universal Pictures Content Group is a leading, entrepreneurial and agile studio that collaborates with the best talent to create a broad entertainment portfolio for audiences worldwide. An independent mini-studio within the infrastructure of NBCUniversal. With offices around the world and central headquarters in London, the Content Group discovers, acquires and produces a diverse range of quality content across a multitude of genres (film, stand-up comedy, TV drama/sitcoms, music, sports, documentary, family entertainment, events & special interest) for global distribution. It’s multiplatform sales & distribution footprint includes theatrical, physical, digital (SVOD & Transactional), TV (Free & Pay) as well as consumer products. The business uniquely focuses on managing talents, partnerships, brands and titles across all rights and across their full lifecycle. It is a business rooted in Artists and repertoire (A&R) culture, driven by relationships, innovation and ambitious growth plans.

At Universal Pictures Content Group we are aligned to our shared vision and focussed on creating new opportunities to grow, improve and evolve our business. We work together as one team and support each other to achieve our best work. Our Values play a huge part in this commitment and the culture of our teams:

Our Relationships Matter, We Like Ideas, United We Succeed

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.

Job Description

An opportunity for a Finance Analyst to join our London team, supporting the finance team in a commercial-focused finance role to help drive performance and growth within the Content Group, reporting to the FP&A Manager. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with deal evaluations to support deal approvals and board submissions
• Support budgeting and tracking of marketing and operational spend
• Contribute to monthly forecasting and month-end and quarterly close processes
• Help prepare performance reporting for senior management
• Assist in analysing title performance across genres and platforms
• Help maintain accurate tracking of sublicense revenue
• Work with cross functional teams to ensure accurate financial records
• Support outsourced finance processes
• Provide Accounts Payable support and resolve queries
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations
• Support business change initiatives, including the upcoming SAP implementation (Go-Live 2026), and other systems/process improvements
• Support controllership activities, including journal entries, balance sheet reviews, payment processing, audit support, and ensuring compliance with accounting policies and internal controls.
• Deliver ad hoc financial analysis and reporting as required

Note: This is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, and the role may be required to undertake other duties as reasonably assigned.

ABOUT YOU

• Eager to learn and grow in a finance role
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Passionate – energetic, engaged, positive and desiring to make a difference

Qualifications

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Essential: 

• Strong Excel skills
• Undergraduate degree or equivalent professional experience
• Prior experience in a finance role (internship or entry-level)
• Exceptional attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Highly organised with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks effectively

Desirable: 

• Media industry experience
• Part-qualified or studying towards ACA/CIMA/ACCA

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.

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