Manager, News Group FP&A

Reporting to the Sr. Director, News Group FP&A, this key role in the News Group finance team will be responsible for the financial analysis and reporting of the News Group portfolio, comprised of NBC News, Today, NBC News NOW and our Headquarters Shared functions. The position provides a unique and exciting opportunity to gain both a macro and micro understanding of NBCU’s key News brands in a dynamic and constantly evolving news cycle year. Working alongside the Sr. Director & SVP of News Group FP&A and partnering closely with the News Group Consolidation and Brand Finance teams, the FP&A Manager will play a critical role in consolidating the News Group financial picture, providing strategic insights and implementing process improvements to drive financial excellence. Responsibilities Manage the News revenue, cost, and EBITDA analysis, including quarterly pacing, monthly close and preparation of financial summaries. Analyze financial results to gain a deep understanding of brand-level variances versus budget, estimates & prior year; highlight key trends, risks and opportunities. Partner with Sr. Director & SVP to lead the annual budgeting process, working closely with FP&A brand teams to develop, set and consolidate detailed budgets and financial plans aligned with strategic objectives. Work closely with News Group Consolidation team to drive cross-group analysis including Telemundo and Local Stations / RSNs, create templates and share best practices. Lead the monthly headcount forecasting process, including preparing financial presentation to SVP and Chief Business Officer, News Group. Own the Free Cash Flow process and collaborate with Brand FP&A leads and Corporate HQ FP&A on forecasts and monthly pacing submissions. Maintain and update financial data packs, seeking out opportunities to streamline/standardize processes to ensure accurate reporting and reduce manual inputs. Assist in preparation of management presentation decks, Op Reviews and corporate planning updates including Budget decks and LRP pages. Other ad hoc assignments, as requested.