We are looking for a Sr. Analyst to join our Finance team. In this role you will provide financial information to assist business leaders in achieving desired business results. Responsible for compiling and presenting information in a clear concise format, monitoring operational and financial performance and recognizing opportunities for creating efficiency and improved profitability. Successful candidates will have exceptional accounting/finance skills, knowledge of the entertainment industry and solid business judgment.
Responsibilities
- Prepare quarterly forecasts and annual budgets for assigned business units
- Assist in long-range planning process for assigned business units
- Perform monthly & quarterly variance and trend analysis
- Responsible for special projects and ad hoc analysis as requested
- Develop and maintain key performance financial and operational metrics
- Analyze data trends and make recommendations to increase revenue, decrease costs and increase efficiencies
Qualifications and Skills
- Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration preferred
- 2+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience
- Ability to demonstrate sound judgement even in ambiguous situations
- Ability to work independently while being able to contribute successfully to cross-functional teams
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills, including financial modeling
- Excellent attention to detail and problem solving skills
- Proficient knowledge in all Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Other Requirements
- Knowledge of the entertainment industry preferred
- Experience with Workday Adaptive Planning, and SQL a plus
- Knowledge of GAAP
About STARZ
STARZ (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company, is a leading media streaming platform committed to delivering premium content that amplifies narratives by, about and for women and underrepresented audiences. STARZ is home to the highly rated and first-of-its-kind STARZ app that offers the ability to stream or download STARZ premium content, as well as the flagship domestic STARZ service, including STARZ ENCORE, 17 premium pay TV channels, and the associated on-demand and online services. STARZ is available across digital OTT platforms and multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, and telecommunications companies. In February 2021, STARZ launched #TakeTheLead, a multi-faceted and innovative inclusion initiative expanding its existing efforts to improve representation on screen, behind the camera and throughout the company.
Compensation
$73,100 – $111,900
EEO Statement
Lionsgate is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of their qualifications, consistent with applicable state and federal laws. In addition, Lionsgate will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Lionsgate will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and federal law.
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