Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis Finance & Commercial Planning · Los Angeles · Hybrid Remote

SENIOR ANALYST, FINANCIAL PLANNING & ANALYSIS

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We are a multi-platform production company, social media agency, and digital media network who are currently on a quest to find a Senior Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis to join our Finance & Commercial Planning team - Is this your next opportunity?

This role will manage forecasting, financial reporting, and the development of financial models and analyses to provide valuable business insights and aid in strategic decision-making. This role will work closely with cross-functional teams to assist in creating and managing financial plans, tracking budgets, and analyzing the impact of business initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and presentation skills, along with the ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of stakeholders.

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Stay healthy with a monthly health & wellness stipend and free access to counseling sessions

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Enjoy regular Happy Hours
, treats and events with your team

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Plan ahead with a 401K retirement fund

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Support your family with medical, dental & vision insurance

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Invest in your growth both personally & professionally with our Learning & Development Program

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Work flexibly with our hybrid working environment, with access to co-working locations and monthly reimbursement for home tech expenses

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Take flex time off for vacations, family time, or mental health days

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Enjoy long summer weekends by working half days on Friday

• Manage the P&L forecasting process, including quarterly estimates, annual budgets, and strategic plans, by contributing to data analysis and consolidation
• Conduct P&L analysis for forecasting cycles, focusing on understanding variances (e.g., budget/prior year) and identifying associated risks and opportunities, including evaluating financial performance and profitability on a project-level basis
• Assist in preparing presentations that summarize company performance for senior leadership and other stakeholders, including producing regular month-end management accounts analysis pack
• Assist with producing ad-hoc commercial and strategic decks for senior leadership, shareholders and other stakeholders
• Maintain and update the monthly pacing and reporting system to ensure accurate and timely data
• Participate in projects aimed at enhancing company planning processes and financial systems, including actively improving FP&A workflows and systemization projects to aid automation
• Contribute to ad hoc analyses and projects assigned by FP&A leadership or other senior executives

Skills matter, experience is useful, attitude is everything.

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field
• 3+ years relevant accounting/finance experience
• Experience in complex financial modelling and an analytical mind
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling tools
• Experience in Microsoft VBA programming desirable but not required
• In-depth knowledge of financial statements, accounting principles, revenue recognition methodologies and financial analysis techniques
• Proven expertise in financial analysis and strategic planning, paired with strong business acumen
• Skilled in managing workloads effectively, prioritizing tasks, and streamlining processes to meet deadlines with precision
• Self-motivated professional with a growth mindset, equally adept at executing tasks and mentoring others
• Ability to identify root causes, implement sustainable solutions, and adapt to immediate challenges with creative problem-solving
• Adept at engaging with multiple stakeholders and aligning their expectations to achieve shared goals
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to craft concise and impactful executive-level presentations
• Interpersonal skills with the proven ability to work and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization
• Must be accurate, highly organized with great attention to detail
• Experience of Octopus PMI and Google Suite preferred but not required
• Previous experience in the media and entertainment industry preferred

Candidates must have unrestricted work…