Sr Financial Analyst

WME | William Morris Endeavor•New York, NY

12d•$82,500 - $110,000

About The Position

The Sr Financial Analyst is a key member of the Financial Planning & Analysis team, supporting financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and analysis across the organization. The role partners closely with Finance leadership and business stakeholders to provide actionable insights, improve financial visibility, and support decision-making. The ideal candidate is analytical and detail-oriented, works independently, manages multiple priorities, and translates financial data into clear business insights. The position requires strong financial modeling and Excel skills, sound business judgment, and effective communication with Finance and operational stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
4–7 years of relevant FP&A, financial analysis, corporate finance, or investment banking experience.
Strong financial modeling and analytical skills.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Experience with financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and management reporting.
Strong understanding of P&L statements, cash flow, and key financial metrics.
Ability to analyze large amounts of data, identify key drivers, and communicate conclusions clearly.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
High level of attention to detail and accuracy.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a complex, multi-business-unit organization.
Experience with financial planning/reporting systems and ERP platforms.
Experience supporting senior Finance or business leadership.
Experience with Power BI, PowerPoint, or other data visualization/reporting tools.
Experience in media, entertainment, talent, fashion, licensing, or another professional services environment.

Responsibilities

Support the annual budgeting process, quarterly reforecasts, and long-range planning.
Develop and maintain financial models, forecasts, and financial planning templates.
Analyze actual results against budget, forecast, and prior year, identifying key drivers and trends.
Partner with business leaders to develop financial assumptions and understand changes in business performance.
Support scenario analysis and sensitivity modeling to assess potential business outcomes.
Prepare financial analyses and materials for senior Finance and business leadership.
Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reporting, including revenue, gross profit, EBITDA, headcount, and operating expense analysis.
Develop clear and concise commentary explaining financial performance and key variances.
Identify risks, opportunities, and emerging trends and communicate them to Finance leadership.
Support the preparation of management presentations and business review materials.
Ensure reporting is accurate, timely, and consistent with established methodologies.
Serve as a finance partner to assigned business units and functional areas.
Develop a strong understanding of business operations, key performance indicators, and financial drivers.
Work with business leaders to evaluate financial performance and identify opportunities to improve profitability and manage costs.
Support ad hoc analysis and decision support for strategic initiatives, investments, and organizational changes.
Identify opportunities to improve FP&A processes, reporting, and financial models.
Automate and streamline recurring reporting and analysis where appropriate.
Help establish standardized reporting methodologies and improve data quality.
Support Finance transformation initiatives, including systems, reporting, and planning enhancements.