Senior Financial Analyst, TV Finance

Company: MGM Studios Inc
Location: Beverly Hills
Posted on: May 16, 2022

Job Description:

Job DescriptionMetro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc. ("MGM") is looking for a Senior Financial Analyst to join the Television Finance group. Focusing on television series, the Senior Financial Analyst will assist in all planning activities related to MGM's television productions. Responsibilities will include assisting in the preparation of quarterly reforecasts and the long-range plan, coordinating with supervisor on updating and maintaining financial models for all TV series and performing any analysis required to support the TV business.Responsibilities:Support the development of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-range plans for TV contentDevelop and maintain TV ultimate modelsAnalyze monthly actuals and prepare variance explanations versus budget and forecastsProactively monitor performance indicators to highlight risks and opportunitiesWork closely with key stakeholders in TV Distribution, Home Entertainment, Accounting, Development, Production, Corporate, and Business Affairs to gather and understand key assumptions for forecasts and TV ultimatesLiaise with post production team to update TV production delivery schedules and slatesPrepare monthly and quarterly management reports in Excel and PowerPointMaintain quarterly forecasts and long-range plans in Essbase and ensure accurate and timely submission to CorporateTrack and review licensing, co-financing, and development contractsAssist in ad hoc financial analyses and special projects including sensitivity analyses to support new and existing business initiativesRequirements:BA/BS in Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting2-4 years of financial planning/accounting experienceEntertainment industry experience preferred, prior experience maintaining TV ultimates a plusPrior financial planning and analysis experience requiredMust be well organized, precise, and detail-orientedCritical thinker with excellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to work with and communicate with all levels of managementProven ability to work in a fast-paced environmentExcellent skills in Excel requiredWorking knowledge of Essbase and SAP a plus#sbj

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