Accounting, Actuals, Analysis Skills, Billing, Budget Management, Budget Reporting, Budgeting, Communication Skills, Cost Allocation, Cost Analysis, Cross-Functional, Decision Support, Entertainment and Media, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Operations, Financial Planning, Financial Reporting, Financial Transactions, Forecasting, Insurance, Legal, Marketing, Multitasking, Onboarding, Operational Audit, Operational Support, Operations Processes, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Production Support, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Public Finance, Purchase Orders, Purchasing/Procurement, Reporting Skills, Team Player, Time Management, Transaction Processing/Management, Variance Analysis, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vendor/Supplier Selection, Work From Home
Title
Financial Analyst V
Client
Fortune 100 Technology Company
Location
Culver City, California
Schedule
Monday – Friday, Hybrid (3 Days Onsite, 2 Days WFH)
Type
Full-time, Ongoing W2, 5-Month Contract, New Role & Likely Extensions
Pay Rate
$75.33, with overtime pay and a half
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Disability Coverage, No PTO but able to take off
Summary
Our client is seeking a Financial Analyst to support operational finance and budgeting initiatives within a fast-paced, entertainment-focused environment. This role sits at the intersection of finance, publicity, and production operations, supporting high-volume budgeting, reporting, and vendor management activities.
This position is well suited for a professional with experience in financial planning, purchase order management, and budget tracking, ideally within media, entertainment, publicity, or marketing environments. The Financial Analyst will collaborate cross-functionally to support financial workflows tied to events, communications, and talent-related initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Planning & Budget Management
- Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial tracking across multiple projects and initiatives
- Analyze actuals vs. budget and provide variance reporting to ensure financial accuracy
- Support cost analysis and financial planning efforts in collaboration with internal stakeholders
Purchase Orders & Invoice Management
- Develop and manage purchase orders and ensure accurate processing of invoices
- Track financial transactions and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
- Support vendor setup and onboarding processes in partnership with procurement teams
Reporting & Analysis
- Prepare reports to support financial visibility across projects and programs
- Monitor cost allocations and support financial decision-making through data insights
- Assist in identifying opportunities for process improvements within financial workflows
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with teams including Finance, Legal, Procurement, and external vendors
- Support budget creation and contract-related financial analysis
- Contribute to efficient operational processes across cross-functional initiatives
Required Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
- 8+ years of experience in financial analysis, budgeting, or purchase order management
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Experience managing budgets, forecasting, and financial reporting
- Strong knowledge of purchase order and invoice management processes
- Experience working in entertainment, media, publicity, marketing, or similar industries
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in fast-paced environments
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Preferred Skills & Qualifications
- Experience supporting publicity, talent relations, awards, or events-related financial operations
- Familiarity with vendor management and procurement processes
- Background working in global or large-scale operational environments
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