Financial Analyst, Operational Finance

Reporting to the VP of Operational Finance for NBCU Media Group, the Financial Analyst, Operational Finance plays a critical role in supporting compensation and benefits (C&B) and headcount planning across the Media Group. This position offers exceptional visibility across NBCU’s diverse portfolio, including Universal Television Entertainment Group, Sports, Ad Sales, Platform Distribution & Partnerships, Global Streaming Platforms, Decision Sciences, and Media Group HQ. As part of the Operational Finance team, you will contribute to financial planning and analysis for centrally managed C&B costs. This role requires strong collaboration with cross-functional teams and provides an opportunity to influence key financial decisions that impact the entire Media Group. Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To: Partner with HR to monitor and forecast headcount for pacings, estimates, budgets, and long-range planning Support forecasting, reporting, and perform strategic and trend analysis Collaborate with on Ad Sales compensation and benefits (C&B) and headcount planning Coordinate with Operational Finance teams to prepare reporting packages for monthly pacings, estimates, budgets, and long-range plans Assist with monthly journal entries and financial close activities for Operational Finance Prepare and standardize quarterly reconciliations for C&B accruals, reclassifications, and allocation entries across Media Group Manage BPC submissions and validations for monthly and major estimate cycles Contribute to the development and documentation of standard operating procedures (SOPs) for Operational Finance workflows