Mgr - Strategic Finance & Corporate Development

New York, NY
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Job Description

Job Description
AMC Networks is home to many of the greatest stories and characters in TV and film and the premier destination for passionate and engaged fan communities around the world.
We create and curate celebrated series and films across distinct brands and make them available to audiences everywhere. Our portfolio includes targeted streaming services AMC+, Acorn TV, Shudder, Sundance Now, ALLBLK and HIDIVE; cable networks AMC, BBC AMERICA, IFC, Sundance TV and WE tv; and film distribution labels IFC Films and RLJE Films. The company also operates AMC Studios, our in-house studio, production, and distribution operation behind acclaimed and fan-favorite originals including The Walking Dead Universe and the Anne Rice Immortal Universe, and AMC Networks International, our international programming business.
We are currently seeking a Mgr - Strategic Finance & Corporate Development to join our Strategic Finance & Treasury Team based in our New York, New York headquarters.
JOB SUMMARY
The ideal candidate will be a clear, confident communicator with a strong sense of judgment and the ability to quickly grasp complex business concepts and distill into a clear, understandable narrative with actionable outcomes. The role will be project-focused and serve across the enterprise with a flexible, innovative, service-oriented approach. This role is for critical thinkers with robust modeling and analysis backgrounds that can bring business clarity into the form of financial and numerical metrics.
JOB RESPONSIBILITES
  • Support the Strategic Finance & Corporate Development team in preparing analyses and presentations for our executive leadership team and Board of Directors
  • Build comprehensive financial models and valuation analyses to support the evaluation of M&A, joint venture partnerships, minority investments, and cross-divisional business development initiatives
  • Assist with the company’s short-term and long-term financial forecasting as well as our key goals, strategies, and tactics
  • Conduct ad-hoc research surrounding the competitive media landscape in order to help inform strategic business decisions
  • Collaborate across business units to help support the development of critical business strategies and use analytical and financial modeling to translate theoretical/conceptual ideas into operational realities, business plans, and budgets. Support in the preparation of resulting strategic review presentations
  • Support capital markets transactions and related debt covenant compliance activities (on a quarterly and annual basis)
QUALIFICATIONS (Required & Preferred)
  • BA/BS in Finance, Economics or related discipline
  • 1-3 years of experience in investment banking, business consulting, equity research, or corporate strategy and development
  • Prior experience or a strong interest in the media and entertainment industry
  • Must possess excellent analytical, financial modeling and presentation development skills with the ability to analyze raw data, draw conclusions, and develop actionable recommendations
  • Strong understanding of valuation, finance, and financial accounting
  • Ability to create executive-level presentations with skilled experience in PowerPoint and Excel
  • Must be proactive and a team player who understands the importance of the role as a key support function to the broader team
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to interact well with partners across all levels of the company
DESIRED QUALITIES
  • Exceptional work ethic, team mentality, positive attitude, highly driven, self-directed, and excellent business partnering skills
  • Agile and able to learn and move quickly, work well under pressure and be hands-on in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment
  • Intellectually curious; the desire to dig deeper and further while executing analyses with minimal supervision
  • Able to maintain the highest standards of accuracy and precision; be exceedingly detail-oriented, highly organized, and resourceful
  • Ability to grasp intricate business concepts, distill into key points, and be a creative problem solver
  • Strong verbal communication skills with ability to interact well across all levels of the company
The base compensation range for this position is $100,000 to $125,000 commensurate with experience. AMC Networks additionally offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Services, among other benefit plan options, subject to eligibility requirements. AMC Networks values the benefits achieved through in-office collaboration, but we provide our employees with the flexibility to work from home one day per week.
The Company is committed to policy of nondiscrimination in its employment and personnel practices. Applicants are considered for all employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, religion, alienage, citizenship, gender, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, genetic predisposition or carrier status, age, marital status, familial status, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking or sexual assault, sexual orientation, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

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