Coordinator, Media Finance

Overview / Objective 

This hybrid accounting and finance role is a key finance business partner for the owned and operated business units, involved in financial planning and analysis, close, ad-hoc analysis and assisting with special projects as assigned.  

Responsibilities 

• Prepare long range plans, annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, real-time forecasts, variance analysis, risk/opportunity assessments, and various ad hoc reporting 
• Partner with Finance and Operational staff to achieve the following: 
• Identify and solve business problems and process inefficiencies 
• Support and help lead strategic growth initiatives 
• Improve operating results (i.e. proactively notify the business unit throughout the year on (un)favorable pacing versus budget and offer recommendations on how to address such variances) 
• Lead annual budget and quarterly forecast meetings 
• Prepare and maintain consolidated NFL Media planning models and related operator templates 
• Prepare, maintain and analyze NFL Media variable workforce model 
• Responsible for the close process which includes reviewing departmental general ledgers, recording transactional activity and accruals, preparing prepaid models, balance sheet reconciliations and LOB close reports with appropriate P&L variance explanations vs. forecast, budget, and prior year 
• Ensure the business unit adheres to key League financial policies and procedures surrounding contracts, as well as requisition and invoice processing 

Required Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university; preferably in Accounting or Finance 
• Up to 3 years of experience within a Corporate FP&A, Operational Finance, Controllership or Public Accounting environment 
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills  
• Strong analytical and communication skills 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Media, Technology or Entertainment experience
• CPA and/or MBA preferred but not required

Other Key Attributes / Characteristics 

• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work well individually and as part of a team, ability to successfully partner with both Financial and non-Financial professionals 

Travel 

• Minimal travel required 

Salary / Pay Range 

This job posting contains a pay range, which represents the range of salaries or hourly rates that the NFL believes, in good faith, at the time of this posting that it might be willing to pay for the posted job in the location(s) specified. The NFL expects to hire for this position near the middle of the range. Only in truly rare and exceptional circumstances, where an external candidate has experience, credentials or expertise that far exceed those required or expected for the position, would the NFL consider paying a salary or rate near the higher end of the range.  

Terms / Expected Hours of Work 

• NFL employees are required to work 40 hours per week.  

 

The NFL maintains a Flexible Workplace Policy that provides members of our workforce with opportunities to periodically work from a location of their choice while maintaining a priority on in-person work at an NFL office, which enables us to more effectively collaborate, connect, and build a workplace culture that will drive our continued success. 

The NFL is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment that reflects our incredibly diverse fan base. We provide an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all employees and applicants without regard to status as protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

 

WHO WE ARE:

NFL Core Values:

• Respect: Everyone matters. We celebrate diverse opinions, honor hard work, and value every contribution.
• Integrity: We do what's right, even when it's tough. We hold ourselves accountable and always follow through.
• Team Responsibility: We support each other and our communities. No one is bigger than the game, and every action impacts others.
• Resiliency: We set high standards, overcome adversity, and adapt to challenges, always striving for excellence.

NFL Leadership Attributes:

• Build Talent: We develop and nurture potential, empowering individuals to grow and succeed.
• Execute: We take action with precision, delivering results that drive our goals forward.
• Inspire: We motivate others through vision, energy, and a commitment to excellence.
• Live Our Values: We embody our core principles in every decision and action.
• Know the Business: We stay informed, understand our industry, and make decisions that strengthen our position.
• Think Big: We challenge the status quo, envision bold possibilities, and strive for transformative impact

WHO YOU ARE:

Talent Attributes:   What we expect for our employees:

• Embody an enthusiastic, proactive can-do attitude 
• Embrace grit, free from ego or entitlement
• Excel as a relationship builder, with the ability to influence
• Eager learner, driven by passion rather than just ambition
• Encompasses an incredible work ethic with an agile mindset