Financial Analyst, FP&A and Systems
MLB NetworkSecaucus, New Jersey, United States · Posted 2 months agoDescription
MLB Network seeks a Financial Analyst with strong knowledge of Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) to identify issues and trends, make proactive and insightful recommendations, and perform accurate financial analysis in the preparation of budgets, forecasts and long-range plans for MLB Network (MLBN). The Financial Analyst will also serve as the Systems expert for all system and reporting functions in the Finance department. This role is expected to be a high performer who can operate effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. The Analyst will work directly with finance leadership supporting the financial planning, analysis and reporting activities across MLB Network, MLB Local Media, and other affiliated entities.
Responsibilities:
Financial Planning & Analysis
- Support the monthly close process, including journal entry preparation and posting, flash reporting, and variance analysis across operating budgets.
- Assist with annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting cycles, including departmental submissions and consolidation.
- Prepare financial presentations and executive-level reporting for CFO and senior leadership.
- Maintain and improve models supporting partnership economics, outside production, and intercompany activity.
- Develop working knowledge of MLB Network’s lines of business, including Outside Production partnerships, local media, and workforce economics, and take ownership of the financial analysis supporting each area.
Systems & Process
- Build and maintain automated workflows that connect financial data across ERP, reporting, and operational systems.
- Develop and own data extracts, reconciliations, and reporting pipelines that support the close process.
- Partner with IT and Finance on systems implementation and integration work (ERP, HR/payroll systems, reporting platforms).
- Identify manual processes and develop scalable solutions to improve efficiency and operational effectiveness.
Stakeholder Partnership
- Serve as a day-to-day analytical resource to the Sr. Manager, FP&A.
- Support ad hoc analyses and special projects for CFO and department heads.
- Interface with department managers on budget inquiries, accruals, and variance explanations.
Qualifications and Skills:
- 3-5 years of experience in FP&A, financial analysis, or a hybrid finance/analytics role preferred.
- Experience preparing and posting journal entries – you understand debits, credits, and what it means to close under deadline.
- Proficiency in SQL or demonstrated ability to learn quickly, with the ability to query data directly and effectively.
- Experience with ERPs such as Oracle Fusion and BI tools such as Preql, Board, Tableau, Power BI, Adaptive Planning, or other comparable platforms is required.
- Experience in television, advertising, affiliate sales, or knowledge of production finance/accounting is a plus.
- Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively across the organization.
- Strong organizational and leadership skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, drive process improvements, and operate effectively in a dynamic environment.
- Advanced knowledge of MS Excel and experience with financial reporting systems.
- Experience with Snowflake or other cloud-based data platforms is preferred.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule as required.
- Must possess excellent analytical and communication skills.
- Prompt and regular attendance at an assigned work location.
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree is required; Finance, Information Systems, or related field preferred
Position Reports to:
- Sr. Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis
Pay Range: $90,000 - $100,000 annually
As a candidate for this position, your salary and related aspects of compensation will be contingent upon your work experience, education, skills, and any other factors MLB Network considers relevant to the hiring decision. In addition to your salary, MLB Network believes in providing a competitive benefits package for its employees.
Top MLB Network Perks & Benefits:
- Exceptional Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage
- Company Contributed 401K Plan
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Discretionary bonus eligibility
- Family Leave Benefits
- Commuter Benefits
- Discounts at MLB Store | MLBShop.com
- Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
- Life and Accidental Death Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
- Training & Development Programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
Why MLB Network?
MLB Network is the ultimate television destination for baseball fans, with studios located in Secaucus, N.J., just minutes from New York City. Featuring live regular season game telecasts, original programming, highlights, insights and analysis from the best in the business, MLB Network produces baseball content for delivery to multiple media platforms. Cutting-edge technology is used to create MLB Network's Emmy Award-winning programming via roles in live studio and remote production, operations, engineering, media management, creative services, social media and others.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please email us at MLBNHR@mlb.com. Requests received for non-disability related issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.
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