Manager, Finance - CNBC Programming

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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.

OVERVIEW

This key role leads the finance support for the core programming of CNBC, the world leader in business news.  This role is responsible for building strategic partnerships with editorial leadership to address day to day priorities and to drive conversations on new ideas.  There will be significant collaboration with HR and finance peers to build informed financial plans and to lead key initiatives.  This role will report to the VP, News Programming Finance and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and communicate the financial implications of programming-related decisions (e.g. schedule changes, staffing changes, alternate commercial formats)
• Own all aspects of the financial processes - annual budgets, long-range strategic plans, and in-year financial estimates for both P&L and cash forecasts
• Build operational reporting to identify risks and opportunities
• Gain a thorough understanding of financial operations to drive strategic initiatives, identify cost savings opportunities and contribute to other priorities
• Develop strong relationships with show leaders and HR; expected to manage headcount and lead thoughtful analysis of proposed team changes
• Support ad hoc projects and request

QUALIFICATIONS/ REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting or related field
• 5+ years of experience in progressive Operational Finance or Financial Planning and Analysis roles
• Solid financial modeling skills
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to synthesize data and complex information, and present succinctly to executives and stakeholders at all levels

DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS

• Demonstrated ability to deliver on multiple assignments, meet tight deadlines, work independently, and be effective and decisive under pressure.
• Ability to adapt and work well in a fast-paced, results-oriented and rapidly changing environment.
• Able to build strong working partnerships along with the ability to listen, understand, and influence across various levels within the organization.
• Possesses the confidence and presence to interact and present at senior management and executive levels.
• Analytical mindset, curiosity, and initiative; expertise in leveraging and analyzing financial data to drive strategic decision making

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

What we’ll offer:  

At CNBC Headquarters in Englewood Cliffs, NJ, you’ll have access to great perks and amenities:  

• Sweat it out -- Free onsite fitness center with state-of-the-art equipment, plus daily group classes  
• Eat up -- Gourmet cafeteria with daily specials plus soup and salad bars  
• Extras -- Dry cleaning, and sneak peeks   

Don’t have a car? No problem! We offer free shuttle transportation to and from multiple locations in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Hoboken and Jersey City  

We’re a global company that values our employee’s individual experiences and wellbeing. We know that we’re smarter, more dynamic and better together. That’s why we offer benefits and perks to meet your unique needs. Read more about them on our careers site here. We invite you to seek the excitement, the challenges and the opportunities that make working here so rewarding. Salary Range: $85,000-$115,000 (bonus eligible).

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].

Although you'll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job likely will transition to Versant in the future. By joining at this pivotal time, you'll be a part of this exciting company as it takes shape.