Manager, Finance, Theatrical Marketing

The Global Theatrical Marketing Finance Manager has a key role in budgeting, forecasting, reporting and analyzing global marketing costs for Universal Pictures theatrical releases. Reporting to the VP of Finance, this individual must have the ability to identify and communicate cost drivers to management. The position involves close interaction with the global marketing team and the qualified candidate will have the ability to work with all levels of finance and non-finance staff. The role also includes month and quarter close responsibilities and ensuring that marketing operations are complying with corporate policies. With strong analytical and communication skills, the candidate must also be a team player. Essential Responsibilities: Key role in budgeting, forecasting, reporting and analyzing global marketing spend includes working with Global Marketing team to track costs and adhere to budgets Preparation of weekly marketing flash report Analyze and prepare pre-release case scenarios Participate in bi-weekly senior executive meetings on marketing budgets. Collaborate with Marketing Finance, FP&A and Controllership to close the financial month, quarter and year Assist with internal, external and Sarbanes Oxley audits Help global marketing team with finance issues Improve existing reporting to provide better analytical tools Perform ad hoc financial analysis as needed