Finance & Strategy Director, CP&E and Brand Partnerships (MAT Cover)

Moonbug Entertainment•New York, NY

16d

About The Position

Moonbug Entertainment is an award-winning global entertainment company inspiring kids everywhere to laugh, learn and grow, known for brands like CoComelon and Blippi. Our content is available on over 150 video platforms globally and we are a leader in pre-school music and audio experiences. Moonbug brands extend beyond the screen to include merchandise, live events, and more. Moonbug is part of Candle Media. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Finance & Strategy Director for a 6-month contract to cover a maternity leave. This role is pivotal in leading financial oversight and strategic planning for the global Consumer Products & Experiences (CP&E) and Brand Partnerships division. You will be a critical business partner to executive leadership, ensuring continuity in budgeting, forecasting, and commercial deal evaluations. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, brings a consultative approach to finance, and is passionate about driving actionable insights in the kids' media and consumer products landscape. You will bring rigor, empathy, and a strong sense of ownership to evaluating complex commercial structures and preparing materials for executive review.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
Proven work experience as a Finance Director, Senior FP&A Manager, or similar strategic finance role, preferably within the entertainment, gaming, consumer products, or media licensing industry.
Deep foundational knowledge of licensing business models, royalty structures, and minimum guarantee (MG) recoupment mechanics.
Strong financial modeling skills and extensive experience with enterprise ERP or FP&A forecasting software.
Excellent presentation and communication skills, with a track record of translating complex data into clear, executive-level summaries.
Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively cross-functionally across Legal, Commercial, and Brand management teams.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to hit the ground running to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Proactive, details-oriented, and results-driven mindset with the agility to manage continuity effectively during a contract coverage period.

Nice To Haves

MBA or advanced degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

Partner with CP&E and Brand Partnerships leadership to manage budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning for the global CP&E business.
Monitor and analyze business performance metrics, revenue drivers, and expense trends to deliver actionable insights and recommendations.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, and Commercial teams to review contracts, ensure alignment, and improve deal terms.
Lead financial evaluations of licensing deals, brand partnerships, and experiential initiatives - including royalty performance, minimum guarantee recoupment, etc.
Prepare executive-level presentations and reporting materials summarizing performance to support decision-making.
Conduct competitor and industry trend analyses to inform long-term strategic planning and prioritization.
Lead the development and execution of quarterly business reviews (QBRs), including both financial and non-financial updates.
Establish and monitor KPIs/OKRs for CP&E, in collaboration with the Managing Director, ensuring progress against business milestones.
Own and maintain business guidelines: best practices for licensing deal structures, workflows, and contractual terms.
Oversee the licensee audit program - work with external auditors to ensure licensee contract compliance.
Support month-end close processes, perform variance analysis, and manage ad-hoc finance & strategy projects.