Financial Analyst

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

The Financial Analyst plays a key role in supporting the Film Budgeting team by preparing budgets, analyzing cost scenarios, and managing film incentive workflows. This position requires proficiency in budgeting software, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, confidential production environment.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Prepare film budgets, create different scenarios, and analyze cost alternatives
• Partner with Production Finance to track and reconcile estimated final costs vs. budgeted amounts; generate variance reports
• Assist in managing the film incentives process from beginning to end
• Oversee domestic and international third-party audits
• Determine film incentive eligibility for projects and compare possible location incentive opportunities
• Prepare and manage applications of State and Foreign Film Incentives
• Maintain incentive resources and budget trackers for Production Finance and Physical Production, and keep department informed on updated/new incentive schemes
• Cultivate relationships with Film Commissioners and perform outreach for budgeting and incentive inquiries
• Track qualified incentive costs and report changes to incentive value
• Collaborate with EVP Production Finance and Tax Department to monetize film incentives
• Oversee compliance and due diligence for foreign production service companies
• Perform ad hoc research and analysis of production data

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of domestic and international film production and tax incentive programs
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Payroll Accounting Software (SmartAccounting, PSL), Movie Magic Budgeting,
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Well-organized with strict attention to detail
• Self-starter who thrives in both independent and team environments
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to shifting priorities under tight deadlines
• Integrity in working with and maintaining confidential information
• Bachelor’s degree in finance and/or accounting
• Production experience preferred

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: $70,000-90,000.

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.