Director of Financial Planning & Analysis for TV Production
Sony Pictures
Culver City, CAThis is a Full Time Job
Responsibilities
• Reports directly to the SVP Finance and will have support of one to two junior staff
• Lead FP&A and commercial support for key segments of TV Production business
• Advise senior leadership on key financial risks, opportunities, and business implications
• Financial planning activities including the Mid-Range Plan, quarterly forecasts, annual budget, P&L, and cash flow planning
• Review series Ultimates for purposes of forecasting & financial reporting in accordance with IFRS
• Lead the review, validation, & consolidation of business units including variance analyses and executive review packages, ensuring data alignment across all submissions and systems
• Lead cross-functional projects including commercial, operational, & finance teams to leverage innovative technology, drive process efficiency, improve working capital, & manager risk across the TV studio
• Work directly with Divisional CFO & SVP of Finance on ad hoc studio-wide commercial and financial analysis in support of Divisional President & TV Chairman
• Drive communication of bi-weekly forecast changes and performance trends to executive leadership, highlighting key business drivers and influencing decision-making where appropriate.
• Lead monthly & quarterly KPI reporting packages
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; CPA or MBA preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in financial planning & analysis, corporate finance, public accounting or management reporting.
• Entertainment experience preferred
• Demonstrated experience managing financial forecasts, budgets, and long-range plans.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present financial information clearly and effectively to senior executives.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail, data accuracy, and adherence to corporate policies and deadlines.
• Experience with financial process automation, system integration, or dashboard design preferred.
Salary/Benefits
$150,000 - $190,000 /year USD
The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors.
Additional Information
At Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE), we are storytellers and visionaries who create television and digital content that resonates with audiences worldwide. Finance plays a crucial role in our mission, supporting the decisions that drive growth, innovation, and creative excellence.