Senior Financial Analyst, MS

Company Description

VERSANT is a leading force in news, sports and entertainment—home to iconic and trusted brands that inspire, inform, and delight audiences. Our unique combination of content, technology and services enriches the cultural fabric, igniting passions, sparking conversations, and connecting people to what they love most. As an independent, publicly traded company, VERSANT brings together powerhouse cable networks—including USA Network, CNBC, MS NOW (formerly MSNBC), Oxygen, E!,

SYFY, and Golf Channel—along with dynamic digital and direct‑to‑consumer brands such as Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, Golf Now, Golf Pass, and Sports Engine. Together, these businesses reflect our commitment to delivering exceptional experiences across every screen and service. VERSANT is an industry‑changing media company fueled by innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit. With a strong foundation and a forward‑looking vision, VERSANT empowers creativity, embraces change, and drives connection in an ever‑evolving world.

This key role is the main finance partner for the new MS NOW News gathering organization, a major strategic initiative already underway. It involves building partnerships with the News gathering leadership team to address day‑to‑day priorities, execute special projects, and contribute to conversations on new ideas. There will also be significant collaboration with HR and finance peers to build informed financial plans and to lead key initiatives.

This role will report to the VP, News Programming Finance and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Work with editorial leadership to support a new team of 100+ journalists who will lead world‑wide news coverage for MS NOW across all platforms.
• Plan and communicate the financial implications of various strategic decisions, staffing changes, and cost initiatives.
• Provide reporting and operational support for various third‑party partner arrangements.
• Own all financial processes—annual budgets, long‑range strategic plans, and in‑year financial estimates for both P&L and cash forecasts.
• Create KPIs, build and manage operational reporting, and actively identify risks and opportunities.
• Develop strong relationships with show leaders and HR; manage headcount reporting; support ad‑hoc projects and requests.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in progressive Operational Finance or Financial Planning & Analysis roles.
• Solid financial modeling skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to synthesize data and complex information, and present succinctly to executives and stakeholders at all levels.

• Demonstrated ability to deliver on multiple assignments, meet tight deadlines, work independently, and be effective and decisive under pressure.
• Ability to adapt and work well in a fast‑paced, results‑oriented and rapidly changing environment.
• Able to build strong working partnerships along with the ability to listen, understand, and influence across various levels within the organization.
• Possesses the confidence and presence to interact and present at senior management and executive levels.
• Analytical mindset, curiosity, and initiative; expertise in leveraging and analyzing financial data to drive strategic decision making.

Hybrid:
This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

Salary Range: $70,000–$95,000.

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in‑person interview with a VERSANT employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. VERSANT’s policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to candida tea

VERSANT is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. We include a good faith pay range for each position to comply with applicable state and local pay transparency laws and to promote equity across our organization. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and location and may include additional forms of compensation and benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, etc.