Associate Fp & Finance Operations jobs at Netflix in United States, Los Angeles

In this role, you will need to be a big-picture thinker, a self-starter, and an analytical thought partner with an eye for detail. You must thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess a high level of intellectual curiosity, and embrace ambiguity and change. You must be a solutions-oriented problem solver and be able to communicate complex ideas using both qualitative and quantitative means to a broad spectrum of stakeholders. The position is based in Los Angeles and will report to the Director of FP&A for UCAN TV.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead long-range planning with an eye towards execution

• Own and support near-term and long-term P&Ls and cash forecasts for our Animated Series teams (includes Adult Animation, Live Action Scripted, Family Spectacle, Preschool & Kids, and 2nd Run Licensing)

• Manage headcount planning/ people cost budgets, and Studio cost planning

• Perform financial scenario analysis to support business unit scaling efforts to assist senior management decision-making

• Own, develop, and iterate on financial KPIs, metrics, and dashboards

• Work with cross-functional teams to adapt and evolve financial framework(s) to properly support managerial and GAAP reporting

• Develop slate review presentations that consolidate and summarize the multiple businesses that make up the Animated Series organization

• Assist in the implementation of a dynamic financial planning tool and drive automation efforts for existing systems

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Candidates are required to be highly analytical & strategic and be strong, effective communicators

• A sound understanding of related accounting guidance is preferred

• The successful candidate must display initiative in anticipating and exceeding the business demands of senior-level executives. This person must thrive in a fast-paced environment and exhibit the highest personal and professional standards of integrity and ethics.

• Netflix is fast-growing with a flat organizational structure, which means that employees are often asked to perform tasks with a range of difficulties. Candidate must be motivated, disciplined, flexible, and be able to work effectively autonomously

• Candidates with prior experience with and a passion for Animated content will be prioritized. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record of superior financial and strategic analysis and delivering actionable recommendations based on this analysis.

REQUIREMENTS

• 8+ years of directly relevant FP&A experience, ideally including animation finance

• Extensive experience conducting quantitative and qualitative financial analyses

• Must have proficiency working with systems and automated reporting tools (i.e., Oracle, Anaplan, Workday financials, etc.). Financial systems implementation experience is a plus

• Superior proficiency with Excel and complex financial modeling

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• 4-year degree in a relevant field with strong academic performance, MBA a plus

• Genuine passion and excitement for Netflix’s unique culture.

Our compensation structure consists solely of an annual salary; we do not have bonuses. You choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options. To determine your personal top of market compensation, we rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. The range for this role is $160,000 - $470,000.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team designing and deploying our broadcast infrastructure and broadcast operations centers.

• Collaborate with Broadcast Operations, Broadcast Systems, Production, and partners to support live broadcasts.

• Evaluate and guide decisions on IP and new technologies, including cloud and remote productions.

• Develop detailed technical documentation, including schematics, system designs, and user manuals.

• Manage project budgets, cost estimates, and timelines while overseeing multiple projects.

• Maintain production and technical infrastructures, including equipment, content management, and communication systems.

• Experience in reviewing and managing contracts with third-party providers to ensure deliverables

• Design, commission, and implement AV systems, integrating cutting-edge technologies to enhance performance.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors, stakeholders, and partners to ensure effective collaboration and the success of Netflix's live projects, including managing broadcast, master control, and distribution needs.

• Ability to analyze and evaluate vendor proposals and pricing structures to ensure alignment with Netflix's financial objectives.

• Represent Netflix in live production-focused partnerships, fostering productive relationships to support project success and drive new developments. Able to design SLA and partnership strategies.

• Strong negotiation skills to secure favorable terms that align with Netflix's goals and budget constraints. Ability to advocate effectively for Netflix's interests while maintaining positive vendor relationships.

• Act as the escalation point for live event technical issues, supporting high-profile events.

• Identify opportunities for technical and operational efficiencies throughout the broadcast airchain, pursuing solutions from the discovery and project planning phases through to implementation. Evaluate and guide decisions on IP and new technologies, including cloud and remote productions.

• Be able to work with flexible hours based on the live events schedule.

• Some travel will be required to support Netflix’s live technical systems and live events, including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in management or supervisory roles in Broadcast Engineering.

• Proven experience in designing and maintaining IP-based and virtualized workflows, facilities, and modern broadcast core technologies such as ST-2110 and NMOS, PTP, JPEG-XS, UHD and HDR workflows, SRT, AVC/HEVC, and Zixi.

• Advanced knowledge of networking fundamentals and IP-based workflows.

• Experience with routing platforms for video, media workflow, video transport, and delivery.

• Understanding of ASI, Baseband video signal workflows, and SMPTE standards.

• Familiarity with transport mediums such as private fiber networks, WAN, Satellite, Cellular Bonding, LEO, etc.

• Deep expertise in broadcast workflow technology and concepts surrounding transmission and contribution feeds, routing, format validation and conversion, closed captioning, SCTE104/35, playout, record, storage, intercom, and monitoring, logging, and alerting strategies and solutions.

• Communicate clearly and effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, including end users, developers, engineers, and executives, both internally and externally.

• Successfully manage multiple long-term projects from start to finish, including coordination with third-party vendors.

• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Work independently and think creatively to solve problems.

• Be willing to travel and work flexible hours, including shifts and weekends.

• Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and implement effective solutions under pressure.

Nice-to-Have

• Ability to assemble and operate studio, post, and on-air production systems.

• Networking and broadcast industry certifications (CompTIA Network+, Arista/Cisco technology, SBE certifications, AVIXA CTS, etc)

• Expertise in AWS, command line operations (Linux/Windows), and open-source multimedia frameworks.

• Experience with cloud-based infrastructure

• Experience with at least one programming language (Java, Go, Python)

• Experience in Unix (or Unix-based systems), shell scripting, and good SQL knowledge

• Experience with web technologies and distributed systems with microservices architecture

Responsibilities

• Work closely with external casting to advise on deal structure and strategy for guest performers.

• Serve as the primary point of contact between Netflix and talent agents and attorneys regarding guest performer agreements.

• Review and approve project-specific guest performer deals, ensuring accuracy, signatures, and payment details.

• Advise and educate producers, casting, production, finance, post-production, and business affairs teams (in-house and external partners) on the requirements under SAG-AFTRA (and/or other performer union) contracts.

• Work closely with in-house Creative Casting to provide optimal support to external partners.

• Provide guidance to post-production regarding cast contract requirements when modifying scenes, including moving, splitting, and deleting scenes, as well as ADR/Loop Group payments.

• Coordinate with Screen Credits, Residuals, and Legal Delivery teams to maintain an efficient workflow.

• Willingness to work on new subjects outside area of expertise, take on special projects, and support all areas of the Casting Business Affairs Team as the need arises

Requirements

• Experience with SAG-AFTRA and/or ACTRA Collective Bargaining Agreements

• Familiarity with the production process and the key players

• High proficiency in contract review, structuring, and drafting, as well as negotiating complex talent/performer agreements.

• Exhibit sound judgment and adept critical thinking skills in various situations, enabling effective problem-solving and decision-making.

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills

Preferred

• BA/BS degree, JD applicants welcome

• Comprehensive knowledge of SAG rules and deal structures for guest performers

• Experience with Google Suite, i.e., Google Docs, Google Sheets

Our compensation structure consists solely of an annual salary; we do not have bonuses. You choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options. To determine your personal top of market compensation, we rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. The range for this role is $70,000 - $300,000.

In this role, you will need to be a self-starter, an analytical thought partner with a keen eye for detail, and have proven skills and experiences as a cross-functional partner. You must thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess a high level of intellectual curiosity, and embrace ambiguity. You must be an expert communicator who is able to convey complex ideas using both qualitative and quantitative means to effectively work with a broad spectrum of stakeholders.

The position is based in our Los Angeles office.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Preparing quantitative analyses (model building, scenario testing, forecasting) to support portfolio performance tracking and strategy

• Developing insightful presentations that summarize key data, identify underlying trends, and ultimately result in actionable strategic recommendations.

• Conducting market research and competitive trends analyses and summarizing them for a senior executive-level audience.

• Working cross-functionally with our Data Science & Engineering and Consumer Insights teams to develop new metrics and track them through dashboarding and reporting.

• Collaborating directly with top leaders in the Games organization: expertly delivering on their requests, translating their high-level thoughts into actionable strategies with measurable goals, and assisting in socializing these strategies and coordinating execution across a diverse set of stakeholders.

• Netflix Games is fast-growing with a flat organizational structure, which means that employees are often asked to perform tasks with a range of difficulties. You must be motivated, disciplined, and able to work effectively autonomously.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2-5 years of work experience in a highly analytical role, ideally in management consulting, investment banking, or in a strategy & operations-focused role at a top-tier gaming or technology company.

• Any experience working specifically in games is a plus.

• Strong passion for games, Netflix IP and the entertainment industry at large.

• Experience conducting quantitative analyses (including modeling) and qualitative analyses that can drive insights and results.

• Excellent communication/presentation skills with a track record of presenting complex analyses to senior management clearly and concisely.

• Strong initiative and ability to work independently; must thrive in a fast-paced, always-changing environment.

• Highly intellectually curious, has the courage to challenge the status quo, and exhibits the highest personal and professional standards of integrity and ethics.

• Bachelor's degree with an emphasis on coursework of a quantitative nature, preferably Business, Economics,Statistics, or Engineering

• Excellent proficiency with MS Excel / PowerPoint (and ideally their Google Suite counterparts)

• Nice to have: Experience with Tableau, SQL, data.ai/Sensor Towe

Our compensation structure consists solely of an annual salary; we do not have bonuses. You choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options. To determine your personal top of market compensation, we rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. The range for this role is $50,000-240,000.

Responsibilities include:

• Serve as a contact for below-the-line legal matters arising during development, pre-production, production, post-production, and launch.

• Ability to structure, draft, and negotiate below-the-line production agreements with moderate oversight, ensuring alignment with Netflix and industry standard and deal contexts (e.g., physical production department head agreements; casting director agreements; line producer agreements; short term production services agreements; vendor/rental agreements; equipment rental agreements; vehicle rental agreements; aviation, charter & drone rental agreements; watercraft agreements; location agreements; production office space/stage/facilities lease agreements; post-production agreements and visual effects agreements).

• During negotiations, clearly and succinctly communicate solutions to internal production and business partners as well as external producers and production personnel (e.g. Line Producer/UPM, Production Office Coordinator, Location Manager).

• Efficiently resolve issues without causing delays, adapting to the fast-paced nature of production legal work.

• Establish and maintain strong internal relationships with cross functional partners including Production Management, Post Production, VFX, Business Affairs, Labor, Finance, Health and Safety, Tax, Real Estate, Risk Management teams.

• Exercise sound judgment and curiosity regarding matters of first impression or complex issues.

Requirements:

The successful candidate will have an undergraduate degree (JD or Paralegal certification accepted, but not required) and at least 2 years of proven experience in a similar business/legal affairs role in the film or television industry. This candidate must also be able to work proactively and reliably on multiple projects under tight timeframes in a fast-paced production environment being able to quickly assess risk and exercise strong judgment in the face of ambiguity.

The successful candidate will also possess the following:

• Demonstrated leadership capabilities and a solutions-driven mindset.

• The ability to organize, clarify, and communicate complex ideas quickly, succinctly and accurately.

• Confidence in counseling business partners and making decisions that have legal & business impacts.

• The ability to remain flexible and respond positively to changes.

• Tech-savvy individual, including proficiency with Google Suite and cloud-based document and database systems.

• Ability to flourish in our unique ​​company culture, reflecting our values and leadership expectations.

Our compensation structure consists solely of an annual salary; we do not have bonuses. You choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options. To determine your personal top of market compensation, we rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. The range for this role is $70,000 - $350,000.

in November 2022 to offer our members more choice in how they consume their content. Our new tier allows us to attract new members at a lower price point, while also creating a compelling path for advertisers to reach audiences that are deeply engaged.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple cross-functional programs, in collaboration with product, engineering, design, and data science, that deliver technical solutions.

• Provide deep domain expertise to form technical strategies with engineering partners.

• Drive engagement with cross-functional partners, work to decompose requirements into technical execution plans with measurable milestones, effectively optimize scope and schedule, manage cross-functional dependencies, and proactively manage risks.

• Craft clear communication of progress toward goals, reporting status to stakeholders and leadership.

Requirements

• 7+ years of technical program management experience

• Must have Ads domain experience with a preference to manage financial transactions and revenue tracking in the advertising domain.

• Proven experience driving large-scale software projects, managing the definition of technical strategies, and building long-term scalable solutions

• Deep understanding and point of view on product growth and discovery solutions

• Highly skilled, experienced, and enjoys orchestrating multiple programs with many moving parts and creating partnerships with cross-functional teams

• Able to identify gaps in solutions, debate technical approaches and weigh in on product vs. technology tradeoffs

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly articulate business impact and technical constraints tailored to the audience

• Self-starter who enjoys tackling 0 to 1 problem spaces and quickly bringing organization and direction

• Exemplify theby understanding, advocating, and demonstrating its values.

Our compensation structure consists solely of an annual salary; we do not have bonuses. You choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options. To determine your personal top of market compensation, we rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. The range for this role is $100,000 - $720,000.

As the Director of Creative, you will work cross-functionally with the Attractions and House teams to ideate and design new IP-based projects, helping to creatively lead projects from concept through design, to opening day and beyond. You will lead an in-house team of designers and creatives, build creative briefs that extend Netflix stories in innovative ways and help shape our portfolio of attractions to ensure they deliver authentic and loved moments for fans.

What you will do:

• Lead a team of in-house designers and external vendors to execute the broader creative strategy and design development across a portfolio of experiences

• Ideate new projects and play a key role in blue sky, concept design phases, in collaboration with producers and Experiences leadership team

• Lead charettes, brainstorms and determine the look and feel for new concepts and create detailed creative briefs for external agencies and cross-functional partners (Marketing, Content, Brand Partnerships, Consumer Products, etc.)

• Assist the project lead in keeping the project on the right track creatively, by providing Creative intent reference materials, commenting on design packages, outlines, scripts, layouts and illustrations during all design phases

• Adjust graphics, drawings or 3D models in order to best communicate conceptual vision and design direction to our creative vendors when necessary

• Oversee in-progress design of all projects such as reviewing and redlining design packages, material boards, visiting fabrication vendors, etc

• Be onsite to oversee creative excellence during the build and test & adjust phase during installation

• Benchmark new and existing attractions, visit relevant trade shows and attend seminars to always be on the forefront of innovation and new directions for our industry

What we need from you:

• Demonstrated, 12+ years of creative design experience in the Location Based Entertainment industry, with a strong combination of practical field and leadership experience

• Ability to champion Creative integrity while balancing speed-to-market and business goals

• Strong experience in art direction, concept design, environmental design, graphic design and/or creative direction, that has resulted in a body of best-in-class creative & experiential projects

• A portfolio of diverse and different project types showcasing a desire to try out new things

• Experience managing and developing direct reports in an environment that embraces individual momentum

• Strong knowledge of digital design tools such as Sketch Up, Maya, Blender, Revit, Rhino, Photoshop, Illustrator, etc. (note: we’re not bound to a specific program)

• Demonstrated illustration skills, and/or ability to draw spatial layouts/elevations

• Expert knowledge of both permanent and touring experiences

• Ability to make difficult (yet informed) decisions, always in the best interest of Netflix

• Excellent communication skills, both verbally and digitally

• Excellent organizing skills using digital tools and Google suite

• Global experience preferred

Our compensation structure consists solely of an annual salary; we do not have bonuses. You choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options. To determine your personal top of market compensation, we rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. The range for this role is $380,000 - $825,000.