Senior Financial Analyst, CS&A

MRC

$85K — $95K *
Media
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2-3 years in investment banking, management consulting, or finance, preferably in media/entertainment
  • Experience in content strategy, deal analysis, and data analytics is beneficial
  • Proficient in film/TV financial models and accounting principles; keen on AI and automation
  • Excellent quantitative and analytical abilities for fast-paced environments
  • Strong communication skills for preparing executive materials
  • Intellectually curious with a passion for media and entertainment
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational and prioritization skills
  • Bachelor's degree with a strong academic background required

Responsibilities

  • Support content strategy and analysis across development and business analytics
  • Build and maintain project financial models for long-range planning and budgeting
  • Provide data-driven insights to support executive decision-making
  • Assist with operational execution including distributor performance and audits
  • Network with industry contacts to track trends and deal-making
  • Design and refine tools/processes using AI and automation technologies

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic and ambitious entertainment business
  • Cross-functional role collaborating with multiple divisions
  • Strong emphasis on personal and professional growth
  • Access to industry contacts and market trend tracking opportunities
  • Focus on innovative technologies in analytics and business processes
Full Job Description
This is an opportunity to join the Finance team of a dynamic and ambitious entertainment business in a highly cross functional role. Reporting to the VP, Content Strategy & Analysis, the Senior Financial Analyst will be responsible for supporting the Content Strategy & Analysis function and activities collaborating with the Financial Planning & Analysis, Corporate Development, Film and TV operating divisions. A successful candidate will be highly motivated, analytical, have the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks at once, has a strong desire to learn, and is a team-oriented self-starter.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support best-in-class content strategy & analysis across development, deal analysis, valuation, business analytics, and strategic initiatives
  • Build and maintain film and TV development and project models, including P&L, cash and liquidity, underpinning the long-range plan, annual budget, regular reforecasts, and scenario analyses
  • Provide data-driven insights and competitor analysis to support executive decision-making and help achieve short- and long-term growth objectives
  • Support downstream operational execution including distributor performance, unexploited rights and tax credit monetization, participations & residuals, and audits
  • Develop and maintain external industry contacts across agencies, production companies, distributors, and financiers; track market trends, players, and deal-making
  • Design and refine CS&A-related tools and processes using AI and automation technologies

Qualifications & Requirements
  • 2-3 years of relevant experience in investment banking, management consulting, or finance, ideally in the media and entertainment industry
  • Experience in content strategy and analysis, including deal analysis, valuation, and data analytics is a plus
  • Proficiency in film and TV business models, financial modeling, and accounting principles; enthusiasm for new AI and automation technologies
  • Excellent quantitative and analytical skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment
  • Strong communication, writing, and presentation skills, including the ability to prepare executive-level materials
  • Intellectual curiosity, strong desire to learn, and a genuine passion for media and entertainment
  • Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize and manage evolving deadlines
  • Bachelor's degree with an excellent academic record required

Hiring Salary Range is between $85,000 to $95,000 per year, dependent on experience and level. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including, but not limited to, market demands, experience/training, and education.

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