Develop and maintain subscriber and revenue forecasts; identify key drivers, risks, and opportunities
Perform variance analysis (actuals vs. forecast), and provide actionable insights to support decision-making
Conduct financial and strategic analyses to identify risks, opportunities, and potential new business initiatives
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
Analyze promotional strategies and offers, evaluating subscriber, revenue, and business impacts
Support distribution operations and compliance activities, including affiliate audits, contract tracking, and resolution of discrepancies
Monitor contractual obligations (e.g., marketing funds), including tracking, reconciliation, and variance analysis
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
Monitor industry trends across traditional video, OTT, and emerging distribution platforms, and assess potential impacts to subscriber and revenue performance
Other related duties as needed
Qualifications & Skills
8-10+ years of experience in finance, FP&A, accounting, or related fields, preferably within media, entertainment, or technology organizations
Strong financial acumen with advanced analytical and financial modeling skills
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain complex financial models and translate data into clear insights
Strong business judgment with the ability to operate effectively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities
Strong communication skills, including the ability to synthesize complex information and present it clearly to senior leadership
Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating across cross-functional teams
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience with financial planning systems (e.g., SAP BPC, Workday Adaptive) is a plus
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and drive results
Requirements
Experience in the media and entertainment industry
Familiarity with GAAP and financial reporting processes
Experience working with large datasets and visualization tools
Job Description
The Executive Director of Finance will be responsible for supporting the development and execution of financial plans, forecasts, and analytical frameworks across the organization, with a primary focus on Programming and General & Administrative functions. This role will partner closely with VP & SVP of Finance to translate business strategies into actionable financial insights and ensure alignment between operating performance and financial plans.
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. Utilizing performance data and close collaboration with cross-functional teams, the Executive Director will identify risks and opportunities, provide actionable recommendations, and support decision-making across the organization.
The successful candidate is a highly analytical, detail-oriented, and intellectually curious individual who can independently build financial models, structure analyses, and synthesize complex data into clear insights for a wide range of stakeholders, including senior leadership.
This is a hands-on role requiring the candidate to personally build and maintain financial models, perform detailed variance analysis, develop reporting packages, and support executive-level presentations with limited oversight.
Starz · Denver