Netflix

Netflix is one of the world's leading entertainment services, with 283 million paid memberships in over 190 countries enjoying TV series, films and games across a wide variety of genres and languages. Members can play, pause and resume watching as much as they want, anytime, anywhere, and can change their plans at any time.

The UCAN TV Financial Planning & Analysis team is seeking a talented Manager to support Netflix’s Animated Series division. This manager will play a key role in driving financial planning, providing strategic insights, and partnering cross-functionally to support the growth and operational excellence of our animated series content. This role will also serve as a critical and integrated business partner to the Animated Series Leadership Team.

In this role, you will need to be a big-picture thinker, a self-starter, and an analytical thought partner with an eye for detail. You must thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess a high level of intellectual curiosity, and embrace ambiguity and change. You must be a solutions-oriented problem solver and be able to communicate complex ideas using both qualitative and quantitative means to a broad spectrum of stakeholders. The position is based in Los Angeles and will report to the Director of FP&A for UCAN TV.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead long-range planning with an eye towards execution
• Own and support near-term and long-term P&Ls and cash forecasts for our Animated Series teams (includes Adult Animation, Live Action Scripted, Family Spectacle, Preschool & Kids, and 2nd Run Licensing)
• Manage headcount planning/ people cost budgets, and Studio cost planning
• Perform financial scenario analysis to support business unit scaling efforts to assist senior management decision-making
• Own, develop, and iterate on financial KPIs, metrics, and dashboards
• Work with cross-functional teams to adapt and evolve financial framework(s) to properly support managerial and GAAP reporting
• Develop slate review presentations that consolidate and summarize the multiple businesses that make up the Animated Series organization
• Assist in the implementation of a dynamic financial planning tool and drive automation efforts for existing systems

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Candidates are required to be highly analytical & strategic and be strong, effective communicators
• A sound understanding of related accounting guidance is preferred
• The successful candidate must display initiative in anticipating and exceeding the business demands of senior-level executives. This person must thrive in a fast-paced environment and exhibit the highest personal and professional standards of integrity and ethics.
• Netflix is fast-growing with a flat organizational structure, which means that employees are often asked to perform tasks with a range of difficulties. Candidate must be motivated, disciplined, flexible, and be able to work effectively autonomously
• Candidates with prior experience with and a passion for Animated content will be prioritized. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record of superior financial and strategic analysis and delivering actionable recommendations based on this analysis.

REQUIREMENTS

• 8+ years of directly relevant FP&A experience, ideally including animation finance
• Extensive experience conducting quantitative and qualitative financial analyses
• Must have proficiency working with systems and automated reporting tools (i.e., Oracle, Anaplan, Workday financials, etc.). Financial systems implementation experience is a plus
• Superior proficiency with Excel and complex financial modeling
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• 4-year degree in a relevant field with strong academic performance, MBA a plus
• Genuine passion and excitement for Netflix’s unique culture.

Our compensation structure consists solely of an annual salary; we do not have bonuses. You choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options. To determine your personal top of market compensation, we rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. The range for this role is $160,000 - $470,000.

Netflix provides comprehensive benefits including Health Plans, Mental Health support, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match, Stock Option Program, Disability Programs, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, Family-forming benefits, and Life and Serious Injury Benefits. We also offer paid leave of absence programs. Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off. Full-time salaried employees are immediately entitled to flexible time off. See more detail about our Benefits here.

Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner.

Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.