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VP, Technical Operations Finance
Location
New York
Posted
3 days ago
Salary
$200K - $270K / year
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
VP, Technical Operations Finance
Scratch Financial
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. Job Description Technical Operations, Engineering, Cyber Security, and AI within NBCU Operations and Technology division is an $900M+ operating cash flow ($1.2B FCF). 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, Denver, and London. The VP, Technical Operations Finance will act as a financial and strategic thought partner to the CIO & EVP Technical Operations as well as leaders within NBCU's AI, Finance, Engineering, Distribution, Content & Marketing Supply Chain, Information Security and Enterprise IT functions for NBCU. The VP, Technical Operations Finance will oversee core financial budgeting and pacing activities, strategic analysis, workforce management and key vendor insights across the organization's global footprint. The role will report to the Chief Financial Officer for Tech Ops, Engineering, and Cyber. Responsibilities • Establish standard operating rhythms to assist Tech Ops leaders and Controllership in overall management and direction of the business from a financial perspective including the development and implementation of business strategies, operational goals, and policies • Own consolidation, reporting and variance analysis for short-term and long-term planning and forecasting rhythms • Develop tools and processes to provide insights into critical strategic operational areas (e.g. Capital investment return analysis, Product time tracking, Capitalized Labor) • Provide leadership in the development of strategic financial objectives aligned with the long-range plan of the Tech Ops organization, including enterprise-wide Finance Transformation initiatives and AI initiatives. • Lead all core finance processes (budgets, pacing, estimate updates, long range plans) for the Tech Ops division • Structure, coach, and develop an outstanding team of 6 finance professionals based in New York • Lead the financial preparation and delivery of monthly op reviews • Engage and build relationships with adjacent business units to help drive efficiencies and growth opportunities for the business, ensuring transparency into the division financials. • Work to drive change as needed while also seeking to create buy-in and build consensus amongst internal stakeholders. • Develop strong relationships with the Tech Ops leadership team and help guide and influence their plans to ensure the division achieves its budgets and long-range plans. • Partner with finance peers to implement operational and financial best practices across the business, and ensure balance sheet stewardship and controllership • Exhibit at all times O&T's leadership principles, and ensure that the operations remain focused on reliability, availability, productivity, growth, and security Qualifications Basic Qualifications • Minimum of 8 years of financial experience, including advanced leadership and financial stewardship • Relevant senior financial management and leadership experience, preferably in a dynamic, matrixed organization • Experience managing financial metrics and forecasting in the media industry • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or related field Desired Qualifications • Media/Broadcast industry experience preferred • Strategic thinker who can be a credible thought leader in an experienced leadership team with an ability to move quickly to seize opportunities in a rapidly changing media landscape • Must demonstrate integrity, excellent judgment and business acumen, and the ability to play a significant executive role in the business and provide thoughtful, strategic insights to senior leadership that translate into successful business strategies • Strong leader and persuasive communicator with a vision, proven ability to self-motivate, work independently as well as collaboratively, and motivate and inspire a team; excellent writing and verbal presentation skills • Able to establish trust and rapport with both operating and financial leaders inside the organization as well as in adjacent organizations • Exceptional execution and focus with the ability to multi-task and lead wide ranging business initiatives • Strong project management skills • Proven leadership and management skills with the ability to recruit, develop, and retain a high performing financial organization and effectively deal with strong personalities • Must have a flexible, creative approach to the business and ability to modify their experience and knowledge base and adapt them to the organization • Prior CFO or P&L leadership a plus • Acts like an owner, not a renter Additional Information Hybrid: This position currently has a hybrid schedule, which requires contributing 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: $200,000 - $270,000 (bonus & LTI 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 AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.
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