Starz
Executive Director, Finance
Denver, CO (Greenwood Village) · Director
Sponsorship not specified$175k-$205kDetected 31 days ago
Data AnalysisFinancial ModelingFinancial AnalysisAccountingForecastingBudgetingExcelSAPValuationM&AFP&AHRISLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingPublic SpeakingMicrosoft OfficeGAAPFinancial ReportingVariance Analysis
About the role
- The Executive Director will play a key role in the monthly and quarterly forecast cycles, annual budgeting process, and long-range planning, while maintaining and enhancing financial models that reflect evolving business dynamics.
- All employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of their qualifications, consistent with applicable state and federal laws.
- In addition, Starz will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain subscriber and revenue forecasts
- Perform variance analysis (actuals vs. forecast), and provide actionable insights to support decision-making
- Support preparation of Board materials, strategic initiatives, and corporate planning activities (e.g., M&A, external reporting)
- Provide financial analysis and modeling to support distribution negotiations, including deal valuation, scenario analysis, and contract term evaluation
- Maintain and update subscriber and revenue models to reflect deal terms, market dynamics, and business performance
- Support distribution operations and compliance activities, including affiliate audits, contract tracking, and resolution of discrepancies
- Support international and partner-related forecasting and reporting, including coordination of revenue estimates and model updates
- Manage and forecast P&Ls for distribution-related activities, including content distribution, and support related audit and accounting processes
- Develop and maintain subscriber and revenue forecasts; identify key drivers, risks, and opportunities
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain complex financial models and translate data into clear insights
Requirements
- 8-10+ years of experience in finance, FP&A, accounting, or related fields, preferably within media, entertainment, or technology organizations
Nice to have
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
- experience with financial planning systems (e.g., SAP BPC, Workday Adaptive) is a plus
- MBA preferred but not required
Compensation
- Annual discretionary bonus and merit increase
Benefits
- Full Coverage - Medical, Vision, and Dental
- Annual discretionary bonus and merit increase
- Work/Life Balance - generous sick days, vacation days, holidays, and wellness days
- Tuition Reimbursement (up to graduate degree)
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