Sr. Analyst, Financial Operations

Comcast • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

The Sr. Analyst, Financial Operations organizes and drives financial planning, analysis, and support for Comcast’s HQ Growth & Operations finance organization and its leadership. The role supports the creation, consolidation, and implementation of annual budgets, long-range plans, monthly forecasts, and month-end close reporting, as well as ad hoc financial analysis to support leadership decision-making.

The position works across HQ Growth & Operations finance and collaborates closely with FP&A teams and business units. It guides teams on timelines and deliverables and ensures financial analyses and other deliverables are timely and accurate. The role also supports executive reporting, strategic planning, operational effectiveness, process improvement, and financial systems projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree; Comcast may also consider coursework and experience or extensive related professional experience.
• 5–7 years of relevant work experience.
• Strong knowledge of Oracle SmartView/Essbase, Anaplan, and Comcast financial systems and policies.
• Ability to organize, work independently, and drive projects end to end.
• Ability to perform at a high level in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented approach with an emphasis on delivering quality work products.
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate with cross-functional departments.
• Communication, critical thinking, data management, financial acumen, and financial analysis skills.
• Regular, consistent, and punctual attendance; ability to work nights and weekends on variable schedules as necessary.

Nice To Haves

• A bachelor’s degree is preferred, though equivalent coursework and experience or extensive related professional experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide budget, forecast, and variance analysis, offering insights and recommendations to improve financial management.
• Explain complex financial information and the rationale behind reports and analyses.
• Collaborate on special projects and provide financial expertise and analysis.
• Conduct economic evaluations and develop business cases to support strategic financial planning and portfolio decisions.
• Identify emerging financial trends and incorporate them into strategic planning and decision-making.
• Partner with internal finance teams to consolidate financial results.
• Partner with business leaders on finance projects that support strategic growth and operational effectiveness.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, month-end close, and long-range planning for HQ Growth & Operations.
• Prepare financial reporting and variance analyses for consolidated HQ Growth & Operations results.
• Compare financial results with planned or forecasted results, explain variances, and identify potential financial risks and savings opportunities.
• Investigate and analyze spending patterns to promote operational efficiency and cost savings.
• Support preparation and review of budget materials for executive leaders and manage ongoing reporting against budget and plan objectives.
• Evaluate financial risks and opportunities by creating and reviewing operational and financial metrics.
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis and project support as requested by senior leaders.
• Develop presentations for HQ Growth & Operations Finance and business unit leadership.
• Lead process improvement initiatives and business metrics development.
• Participate in departmental and enterprise-wide projects, including financial systems development, enhancements, and deployment.
• Exercise independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance.
• Maintain regular, consistent, and punctual attendance, and work nights and weekends on variable schedules as necessary.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• An array of benefits and support options, with expert guidance and always-on tools personalized to employees’ needs, supporting physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

What This Job Offers

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