VP Worldwide TV Distribution Finance

Culver City, CA

We are searching for a VP, Worldwide (WW) Television Distribution Finance to join our team. This role reports directly to the EVP/DCFO of Global Distribution and directly manages/develops a team of ten professionals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for all aspects of the WW financial planning process for income statements, cash flows, and overhead. This includes mid-range plan, quarterly forecast, bi-weekly, and budget processes. Specifically includes:
Consolidation of Global figures
Process definition and organization
Collaboration with non-US based colleagues
Communication and explanations of figures to MPG and TVP
Executive deck preparation and often presenting thereof
Evaluation and implementation of process improvement
Support monthly close analysis of WW revenues, direct costs, overhead and cash flow
Build and maintain financial models/analyses for “greenlight” approvals and subsequent ultimates
Partner with all Production divisions and Content Strategy for understanding of ultimate and revenue flow impacts as part of key review cycles
Provide commercial support for global sales and new digital business teams
Work with non-US team members in support of both local and global ad-hoc analyses
Prepare financial analyses in support of new business models
Collaborate with the Sales Planning and Product Strategy groups to identify and initiate financial analyses of internal and external data
Develop and implement processes to leverage existing global tools and streamline workflows
Complete special projects for operations and finance as necessary.

REQUIREMENTS & PREFERENCES

BS/BA degree with accounting/finance focus required
Ten+ years public and/or private accounting experience required. TV Distribution and/or International experience a plus.
CPA and/or MBA preferred
SAP or Essbase knowledge preferred, strong MS Excel skills required

CORE SKILLS / KEY COMPETENCIES

Able to quickly grasp new concepts, problem solve and communicate with local/distant team through tactical execution
Ability to operate effectively in a deadline driven environment, managing competing priorities and independently managing projects through completion.
Track record of team, and individual member, development
Proactive, self-starter and independent thinker, with strong ability to collaborate across team environment
Solid accounting / GAAP knowledge – ASC 606 a plus
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills
Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Excellent oral and written communication skills with multiple levels of the organization

Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.

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