Financial Analyst, Participations
At a glance
Mid-level FP&A role at Lionsgate Entertainment. Santa Monica · $70,000–$75,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Build financial analyses and statements for participation matters, then present findings to colleagues and managers
- Review participation contracts and accounting records to assess their terms and related financial details
- Identify and put in place changes that improve process efficiency and standardize the work
- Handle assigned special projects and one-off analyses as needed
What you bring
- A four-year degree in accounting, finance or business administration
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel at an intermediate level
- Strong analytical and organizational skills, with sound judgment and close attention to detail
- Clear written and verbal communication, plus the ability to meet firm contract deadlines
Who this fits
This role suits a mid-level analyst who can work independently while contributing to the participations and residuals team. You’ll coordinate with production, business affairs, legal and accounting colleagues, and communicate findings across levels of the organization. The role is based in Santa Monica.
From the employer
Summary of Position
The Financial Analyst will work closely with the production, business affairs, legal, and accounting departments, so it is important that the candidate can communicate effectively with employees at all levels within the company. The primary focus of this position is to prepare detailed financial analysis, statements, and present results of their work to colleagues and management, and collaborate in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment. This position may also assist with special projects and ad-hoc analysis, as assigned. Duties may include gathering documentation, reviewing contracts and accounting records, and conducting various analyses, as required.
Responsibilities
- Prepare participation financial analysis and statements, as needed
- Test and implement process improvements, efficiency, and standardization
- Interpret and assess contracts for participations subject-related matter
- Responsible for special projects and ad hoc analysis as requested
Qualifications and Skills
- Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration
- Attentive to detail and keen judgement to make sound decisions
- Excellent analytical and organization skills with the ability to multi-task and meet strict contractual deadlines
- Ability to work pro-actively and autonomously in the role, but also as a team player within the participations and residuals group
- Intermediate level of Microsoft Excel
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Nice to Haves
- Experience in accounting, finance, and/or participations is a plus
About the Company
Lionsgate (NYSE: LION) is one of the world’s leading standalone, pure play, publicly traded content companies. It brings together diversified motion picture and television production and distribution businesses, a world-class portfolio of valuable brands and franchises, a talented management and production powerhouse and a more than 20,000-title film and television library, all driven by the studio’s bold and entrepreneurial culture.
Compensation
$70,000 - $75,000
Our Benefits
- Full Coverage – Medical, Vision, and Dental
- Work/Life Balance – generous sick days, vacation days, holidays, and Impact Day
- 401(k) company matching
EEO Statement
Lionsgate is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of their qualifications, consistent with applicable state and federal laws. In addition, Lionsgate will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Lionsgate will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and federal law.