VP Production Finance

Google Chrome Microsoft Edge Apple Safari Mozilla Firefox VP Production FinanceFull-timeBusiness Segment: Universal Television EntertainmentCompany DescriptionUniversal Studio Group (USG) is the umbrella brand that houses NBCUniversal's three powerhouse television studios: Universal Television, Universal Global Television and Universal Television Alternative Studio. Collectively, the three premium studio brands produce over 3,000 hours of programming currently airing or streaming around the globe and own one of the largest libraries in the world with over 130,000 episodes of television. Led by Pearlena Igbokwe, Chairman of Television Studios, NBC Entertainment & Peacock Scripted, USG collaborates with some of the industry's most visionary storytellers to champion a diverse slate of ambitious, creative and passionate projects. Current hits include Dick Wolf’s “Law & Order,” “One Chicago” and “FBI”-branded series, Emmy® Award-winning “Hacks,” “A Man on the Inside,” “Ted,” “The Day of the Jackal,” “All Her Fault” and “The Americas.” USG is a division of NBCUniversal, one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies.We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, and we’ll do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, speak to our recruitment team who will be happy to support you. Accessibility Statement | NBCUnicareers Job DescriptionThe Vice President, Production Finance will lead Production Finance & Accounting for a portfolio of productions within Universal Global Television, supporting a diverse slate of scripted and non-scripted series. This role is responsible for driving operational excellence across the full financial lifecycle, from development and greenlight through delivery.Reporting to the SVP, Production Finance, the VP will oversee freelance Production Finance Controllers across multiple international productions, and will serve as a key strategic partner to cross-functional stakeholders including Creative, Production, Business & Legal Affairs, and Corporate Finance.The role requires strong leadership, sound judgment, and the ability to influence decision-making in a fast-paced, global production environment.  The successful candidate will bring deep expertise in production accounting along with experience operating within a corporate structure. They will ensure best-in-class financial practices, compliance with corporate policies, and disciplined cost management across productions.As part of a globally distributed organization, with headquarters in Los Angeles and production in London, the U.S., and multiple other international locations (including Hungary, Australia, Spain, Canada, and Norway), this role requires exceptional communication and collaboration skills. The VP will partner closely with U.S.-based finance teams, particularly in Los Angeles, as well as regional production teams worldwide, navigating cultural and operational nuances effectively.Occasional travel may be required to local and international offices.RESPONSIBILITIESStrategic Leadership •Strengthen strategic partnerships across Universal Studio Group to support and deliver on Production Slate objectives.•Represent Production Finance leadership in senior forums, including deputizing for the SVP in leadership and Greenlight meetings.•Maintain strong alignment and communication with U.S. based Production Finance and Production teams.•Lead and manage freelance Production Finance Controllers, ensuring consistent application of financial standards and strong performance.•Build and develop a high-quality pipeline of freelance Production Accounting talent aligned with NBCU practices.Production Finance Strategy & Performance•Develop and evaluate production finance plans, including multi-episode budgets, schedules, and cashflow models; provide recommendations to Greenlight Committees.•Review and challenge production budgets and...