FOX
Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis - Enterprise (R50027113)
FOX, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
Fox Corporation. Under the FOX banner, we produce and distribute content through some of the world's leading and most valued brands, including: FOX News Media, FOX Sports, FOX Entertainment, FOX Television Stations and Tubi Media Group. We empower a diverse range of creators to imagine and develop culturally significant content, while building an organization that thrives on creative ideas, operational expertise and strategic thinking. JOB DESCRIPTION
FOX Corporation is seeking an experienced Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) - Enterprise to join the Digital & Technology Finance team based in Los Angeles, California. The primary responsibility for the Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis is to help manage all financial planning and analysis activities for the Enterprise Division, including but not limited to forecasting and budgeting, cost tracking, performance analysis, and month-end close support. The Enterprise Division supports our Enterprise Platform teams whose main activities include support of our enterprise-wide collaboration tools, desktop licensing, HCM and Financials systems, development and support of Business Applications, and Corporate Network connectivity (secure network, telecommunications). We are looking for a motivated and career-oriented Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis with a proactive approach and strong analytical, Excel, and database management skills. This is a highly visible and challenging position, rich in data analytics, providing key Budget/Forecast and actual analysis to understand the Enterprise Division's financial performance. The analysis produced is key to the management team's decision-making and interpretation of financial results. This critical position will be responsible for the preparation of key monthly financial reporting, ad hoc analysis during major planning cycles, tracking of KPIs, and creating dashboards/tools to review operational performance and initiatives. Additionally, this position will be involved in continuously looking for further reporting enhancements and automation in the end-to-end process. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with business and other financial teams and be passionate about using your financial knowledge and analytical skills to navigate complex challenges. Manager FP&A - Enterprise reports to the Senior Director FP&A - Enterprise & Broadcast Platforms. A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES Establish a deep understanding of the business and leverage data to build insights Work closely with the Senior Director in preparation of Forecasts and Budgets Collaborate and partner with Operations and Accounting to ensure timely submission of deliverables Support design and preparation of management reporting packages/presentations and perform variance analysis providing clear and concise understanding of operational and financial performance Own the monthly variance analysis of financial results for certain cost centers, including reviews with business partners to ensure an understanding of the drivers and operational impacts Actively work with operations and other finance team members to improve the effectiveness of the financial planning process, assumptions, and results Create and maintain trackers for key operational drivers and operational expenses (such as licenses, contractors, headcount, and others) and execute financial performance reporting and analysis for critical projects Partner with Finance Operations teams in the creation and management of Purchase Orders, Prepaid Schedules, etc. to guarantee proper accounting treatment, correct coding, compliance, and alignment between actuals and forecast/budget approach Provide and own data analysis to be used for month-end close activities; enhance the accuracy and ensure timely delivery of financial results Help develop and automate reporting tools, reviews, analyses, and cost-tracking systems. Perform ad hoc financial analysis to evaluate the operation and business initiatives WHAT YOU WILL NEED BA/BS in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or other highly analytical/quantitative discipline 5-7+ years overall work experience ideally with proven experience in Financial Planning & Analysis and month-end close activities (accounting knowledge required) Experience operating successfully and thriving in a fast-paced, ever-changing, results and customer-service-oriented environment Strong verbal and written communication skills with the aptitude to communicate with all levels of management Significant analytical and financial modeling experience and data mining knowledge Advanced proficiency in Excel including database management, query design, and working knowledge of Financial Systems (i.e. Workday financials) Independent and entrepreneurial; showing the ability to work with minimal direction, take ownership of tasks, and see them through to completion Exceptional attention to detail Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to prioritize activities, manage timelines, deal effectively with pressure, and show deep intellectual curiosity Ability to be a humble team player who understands the importance of the role and has a highly collaborative and team-oriented work style Ability to develop strong relationships with others Proactive nature and strong work ethic, seeking out additional responsibility Positive attitude and solutions-oriented approach Familiarity with working in or with large and complex organizations NICE TO HAVE BUT NOT A DEALBREAKER SQL and other coding skills MBA and/or relevant professional accreditation Strong interest in Information Technology Studio experience #LI-DNI
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Fox Corporation. Under the FOX banner, we produce and distribute content through some of the world's leading and most valued brands, including: FOX News Media, FOX Sports, FOX Entertainment, FOX Television Stations and Tubi Media Group. We empower a diverse range of creators to imagine and develop culturally significant content, while building an organization that thrives on creative ideas, operational expertise and strategic thinking. JOB DESCRIPTION
FOX Corporation is seeking an experienced Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) - Enterprise to join the Digital & Technology Finance team based in Los Angeles, California. The primary responsibility for the Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis is to help manage all financial planning and analysis activities for the Enterprise Division, including but not limited to forecasting and budgeting, cost tracking, performance analysis, and month-end close support. The Enterprise Division supports our Enterprise Platform teams whose main activities include support of our enterprise-wide collaboration tools, desktop licensing, HCM and Financials systems, development and support of Business Applications, and Corporate Network connectivity (secure network, telecommunications). We are looking for a motivated and career-oriented Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis with a proactive approach and strong analytical, Excel, and database management skills. This is a highly visible and challenging position, rich in data analytics, providing key Budget/Forecast and actual analysis to understand the Enterprise Division's financial performance. The analysis produced is key to the management team's decision-making and interpretation of financial results. This critical position will be responsible for the preparation of key monthly financial reporting, ad hoc analysis during major planning cycles, tracking of KPIs, and creating dashboards/tools to review operational performance and initiatives. Additionally, this position will be involved in continuously looking for further reporting enhancements and automation in the end-to-end process. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with business and other financial teams and be passionate about using your financial knowledge and analytical skills to navigate complex challenges. Manager FP&A - Enterprise reports to the Senior Director FP&A - Enterprise & Broadcast Platforms. A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES Establish a deep understanding of the business and leverage data to build insights Work closely with the Senior Director in preparation of Forecasts and Budgets Collaborate and partner with Operations and Accounting to ensure timely submission of deliverables Support design and preparation of management reporting packages/presentations and perform variance analysis providing clear and concise understanding of operational and financial performance Own the monthly variance analysis of financial results for certain cost centers, including reviews with business partners to ensure an understanding of the drivers and operational impacts Actively work with operations and other finance team members to improve the effectiveness of the financial planning process, assumptions, and results Create and maintain trackers for key operational drivers and operational expenses (such as licenses, contractors, headcount, and others) and execute financial performance reporting and analysis for critical projects Partner with Finance Operations teams in the creation and management of Purchase Orders, Prepaid Schedules, etc. to guarantee proper accounting treatment, correct coding, compliance, and alignment between actuals and forecast/budget approach Provide and own data analysis to be used for month-end close activities; enhance the accuracy and ensure timely delivery of financial results Help develop and automate reporting tools, reviews, analyses, and cost-tracking systems. Perform ad hoc financial analysis to evaluate the operation and business initiatives WHAT YOU WILL NEED BA/BS in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or other highly analytical/quantitative discipline 5-7+ years overall work experience ideally with proven experience in Financial Planning & Analysis and month-end close activities (accounting knowledge required) Experience operating successfully and thriving in a fast-paced, ever-changing, results and customer-service-oriented environment Strong verbal and written communication skills with the aptitude to communicate with all levels of management Significant analytical and financial modeling experience and data mining knowledge Advanced proficiency in Excel including database management, query design, and working knowledge of Financial Systems (i.e. Workday financials) Independent and entrepreneurial; showing the ability to work with minimal direction, take ownership of tasks, and see them through to completion Exceptional attention to detail Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to prioritize activities, manage timelines, deal effectively with pressure, and show deep intellectual curiosity Ability to be a humble team player who understands the importance of the role and has a highly collaborative and team-oriented work style Ability to develop strong relationships with others Proactive nature and strong work ethic, seeking out additional responsibility Positive attitude and solutions-oriented approach Familiarity with working in or with large and complex organizations NICE TO HAVE BUT NOT A DEALBREAKER SQL and other coding skills MBA and/or relevant professional accreditation Strong interest in Information Technology Studio experience #LI-DNI
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