Director of Finance

Director of Finance (131331) Hollywood, California Salary: USD65 - USD85 per year A leading entertainment and gaming organization is seeking a strategic Director of Finance to oversee financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and operational finance for multiple business units. This individual will serve as a key business partner to executive leadership, helping drive financial performance, support growth initiatives, and provide actionable insights across gaming, media, and content operations. The ideal candidate combines strong FP&A expertise with leadership experience, a strategic mindset, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, creative environment. Key Responsibilities Lead annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long-range financial planning processes Develop financial models and business cases to support new initiatives, investments, acquisitions, and growth opportunities Partner with senior leadership to provide financial guidance and strategic recommendations Prepare and present monthly financial reporting packages, variance analyses, and performance metrics Monitor departmental spending and partner with business leaders to ensure adherence to budgets and financial objectives Analyze operational and project-level performance to identify risks, opportunities, and cost-saving initiatives Serve as a primary liaison between divisional leadership and corporate finance teams Support implementation, enhancement, and optimization of financial planning systems and reporting tools Assist with financial due diligence, investment analysis, and strategic planning initiatives Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Business Development, Production, Marketing, Accounting, and Executive Leadership teams Drive process improvements that enhance reporting accuracy, forecasting capabilities, and operational efficiency Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or related field MBA, CPA, or advanced finance/accounting credentials strongly preferred 10+ years of progressive finance, FP&A, or strategic finance experience Prior experience within gaming, entertainment, media, technology, or digital content industries preferred Advanced financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and analytical capabilities Experience supporting senior executives and presenting financial results to leadership teams Strong knowledge of financial systems, ERP platforms, and reporting tools (Oracle, SAP, Hyperion, Anaplan, Adaptive, or similar) Excellent communication and business partnering skills Ability to influence stakeholders and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment Proven leadership experience developing teams and driving cross-functional initiatives #J-18808-Ljbffr