Financial Analyst [AQ-12648]

About the role

Join a globally recognized technology and entertainment leader that is shaping the future of digital content and user experience. As an integral part of a team that thrives on creativity and excellence, you will contribute to projects that define the next generation of entertainment. This role involves ensuring robust financial management, strategic budgeting, and efficient operational support for a premier content subscription service, directly impacting the success of groundbreaking shows, movies, and documentaries.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic operational support for the financial management of budgeting, reporting, forecasting, purchase orders, and daily invoices across various initiatives.
• Manage timely financial reporting and analyze actuals versus budget cost reports to ensure accuracy and quickly resolve any discrepancies.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams, including Finance, Travel, Business Affairs, and Legal, in the creation and vetting of budgets, strategically resolving issues to ensure efficient processes.
• Assist in the contract review and cost analysis process in conjunction with Finance and Procurement departments.
• Manage the setup of vendors and external partners in collaboration with Procurement.
• Create compelling financial presentations for various stakeholders.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8+ years of experience in strategic billing and purchase order development and execution within the entertainment industry.
• Proven track record of tracking budgets and financial planning.
• Ability to determine resources, track costs, and establish effective partnerships across various internal content creation divisions.
• Proactive thinker with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects while consistently meeting deadlines.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational, collaboration, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting is required.

Qualifications

• Experience presenting to executives or senior leadership.
• Background in the entertainment industry.

Benefits

As an Aquent talent, you will get access to amazing benefits including:

• Subsidized health, vision, and dental plans.
• Paid sick leave.
• Retirement plans with a match.
• Free online training through Aquent Gymnasium.