Senior Financial Analyst, Consolidation and Reporting

Operational: Key contributor to the monthly and quarter close processes including preparation of close and consolidation journal entries, account reconciliations, and rollforwards across miscellaneous financial statement line items which may include cash, prepaids, accruals, overhead and others. Prepare and monitor Film HQ cash application and reporting processes, while managing related deferred revenue balances and proactively researching unclaimed cash for timely resolution. Assist in running the net distribution program, working with Film BUs and the offshore business provider to ensure accurate monthly postings and results, while managing the corresponding master data. Prepare monthly and quarterly NBCU Corporate data request submissions, gathering and consolidating information from various sources and reviewing data requests prepared by the offshore business provider. Identify Studio Group process improvement opportunities and implement initiatives to build efficiencies into existing accounting and reporting processes. Collaborate with broader Studios groups on benchmarking of processes and identification of best practices. Coordinate and oversee all Film business units’ adherence to various tasks and processes, including but not limited to internal controls, close requirements, and financial reporting deliverables. Prepare and present key areas within the monthly and quarterly Balance Sheet review package to senior executives. Oversee internal and external audit requests as well as compliance to SOX controls. Assist in planning the close timeline, including coordination with the various Film and TV business units and FP&A. Participate and collaborate on corporate driven initiatives and process change across the business unit, including special projects. Assist with ad-hoc analyses/requests. People: Develop and maintain productive working relationships with cross-functional finance teams. Contribute to an inclusive environment where staff can produce high quality results, actively be involved in process improvement and share ideas.