Senior Financial Analyst

Job Description


At Entertainment Partners and Central Casting, we are committed to creating an environment where every employee is seen, where ideas, thoughts and perspectives are shared openly, and where fearless innovation is encouraged. Weaving diversity, equity, and inclusion into who we are will drive our competitiveness by encouraging creativity and enhanced decision making.

We help to power Oscar-winning films, Emmy-winning shows, and Clio-winning commercials. Feel the satisfaction of doing work that directly impacts the most exciting industry in the world. EP is poised to redefine and evolve the back-office processes of the entertainment community with security at the core of what we do.

Are you looking for the next opportunity to revolutionize an industry? If so.…

We are looking for a Senior Financial Analyst! The Senior Financial Analyst (“SFA”) of the Financial Planning and Analysis (“FP&A”) Team will support the analysis of strategic business plans and initiatives created by Finance Leadership, which are designed to drive the Company’s growth across all Centers of Excellence (“COEs”).

This role will primarily support both our SG&A cost centers, as well as general overhead and headcount reporting. The SFA will be responsible for partnering with the SG&A cost centers and HR business partners to establish, track and monitor cost/headcount performance.

Additionally, this position will be a key financial business partner to an assigned COE(s), including aiding in the preparation of annual financial plans, quarterly reforecasts, and ad-hoc financial analyses. Lastly, this role will handle tactical projects to implement these initiatives, which include data collection, validation, & modeling designed to support our financial business processes.

This role is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional looking to make a significant impact in a leading company within the entertainment industry. If you have the skills and experience, we are looking for, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities


Financial Planning & Analysis

• Serve as the primary financial business partner to the SG&A cost centers (i.e., COEs)
• Prepare Quarterly Forecasts and partner with your assigned COE(s) to deliver financial results
• Provide consultative support through financial analyses, reports, and recommendations
• Conduct monthly meetings with all department owners to review financial performance
• Review historical data, predict future results, and analyze budget variances
• Create / monitor KPIs to analyze trends and causes of unexpected variances
  
  

Overhead/Headcount Reporting

• Develop and oversee headcount reporting and monthly roll-forwards
• Analyze headcount trends in relation to overhead costs and provide recommendations
• Identify opportunities to automate reporting processes and enhance accuracy of headcount reporting
• Collaborate with HR and other departments to ensure accurate and up-to-date headcount data
• Perform regular variance analysis to compare budgeted versus actual overhead costs
• Maintain & implement cost allocation methods to ensure accurate distribution of overhead costs
  
  

Leadership and Strategic Initiatives

• Act as a high-impact leader, partnering closely with SG&A in the formation/execution of plans
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and work cross-functionally to incorporate initiatives
• Manage tactical projects to support strategic initiatives, including the development of new applications and expansion of existing ones
• Undertake other tasks and special projects as directed
  
  

Job Requirmentes / Qualifications Needed

• A bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA or certification (e.g., CPA, CMA) preferred
• Minimum of 4 years of progressive experience in FP&A
• Proven experience in financial cost management and strategic planning
• Understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management abilities
• Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly & concisely to non-financial stakeholders
• Proficiency in software tools such as MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Word proficient
• Strong written and communication skills
• History of success in operating under ambiguity and lack of systems / processes
• Extremely organized and attentive to detail
• A “whatever it takes” attitude to get things done quickly and decisively
• Ability to work independently, as well as lead and participate in cross functional teams
  
  

As full-time EP Employee you will be eligible to receive our amazing benefits package that include healthcare, dental, and vision coverage.

Other Benefits And Perks Included Are

• 401(k) retirement savings plan and company match
• Paid holidays, vacation time, and sick time
• Participation in company equity plans
• Employee Assistance Program, mental health and wellness programs
• Training and development
• Possibility of hybrid/flexible/schedules
• Annual bonus and merit reviews
  
  

The salary range for this position is $92,100 to 104,100 and will be commensurate with experience related to the position.