Director/Senior Director, Finance

Macmillan • New York, NY

13h • Remote

About The Position

We are seeking a highly strategic and experienced Senior Director of Finance to lead the financial operations of the Tor Publishing Group (TPG). This is a critical leadership role that will partner closely with Tor’s Publisher and leadership team, providing comprehensive financial guidance and support across all aspects of the business. This role will also work closely with the Finance Business Partners for the other publishing groups, sharing best practices and collaborating on cross-divisional finance projects. This role will have a direct report. The successful candidate will be a proactive, analytical, and collaborative leader with a deep understanding of the publishing industry and a proven track record of driving financial performance within a creative and fast-paced environment. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute significantly to the success and growth of one of the industry's most beloved and impactful publishing groups.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive financial experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role, ideally within the publishing, entertainment, or media industry.
• Demonstrated experience as a strategic financial business partner, advising senior executives and influencing business decisions.
• Strong understanding of publishing industry economics, including revenue recognition, royalty accounting, inventory management, and production costs.
• Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights and clear presentations.
• Proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting.
• Advanced Excel skills essential (xlookup, index/match, pivots, etc); Powerpoint skills required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• MBA strongly preferred.
• SAP/AO and Power BI skills a plus.

Responsibilities

• Act as the business partner to the TPG Publisher and executive team, providing insightful financial analysis, strategic recommendations, and decision support on a range of activities including title acquisitions, production/inventory management, marketing spend and overhead costs.
• Prepare periodic budgets; track and report performance against budget, analyze variances, and drive initiatives to optimize revenue and profitability.
• Prepare and present comprehensive financial reports, analyses, and presentations to TPG’s Publisher, and other senior executives; share actionable insights for improving profitability.
• Ensure adherence to all financial policies, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior