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Full-Time

Manager – Fp&a

Posted on 6/27/2024

Epic Games

Epic Games

5,001-10,000 employees

Develops games and provides development tools

Consumer Software
Gaming

Mid

Morrisville, NC, USA

This is a remote job specific to Cary, North Carolina, United States.

Category
Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)
Finance & Banking
Required Skills
Communications
Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)
Requirements
  • 3-5 years of FP&A, investment banking, and/or private equity experience
  • Workday and Adaptive Insights experience preferred; Advanced Excel skills required
  • Prior experience in high-growth gaming, entertainment, or tech companies highly desired
  • Experience collaborating with business unit executives and driving full P&L forecasting (including revenue and COS), initiative planning and execution in highly matrixed organizations
  • Strong analytical skills with extensive experience in valuation/financial modeling and working with large data sets
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to influence across the organization
  • Ability to effectively build relationships with internal and external partners
  • Working knowledge of US GAAP
  • CPA/MBA or other qualification preferred
Responsibilities
  • Support core corporate FP&A activities such as consolidation of planning submissions from business segments and forecasting of enterprise-wide overhead line items
  • Provide visibility to financial performance of the company through continuous and consistent reporting including key drivers of change in the financial forecast
  • Create and update presentations used to communicate financial insights to the CFO and senior leaders
  • Ensure accuracy in reporting through partnership with the financial systems and accounting teams
  • Assist in rollout of Adaptive Insights forecasting tool by ensuring quarterly forecasts are loaded timely and accurately
  • Prepare and maintain driver-based financial and operating models to support decision-making and long-term planning
  • Assist the FP&A team’s partnership with business leaders to establish investment plans and prioritize resources
  • Assess cost structures and investments through internal and external benchmarking
  • Leverage financial modeling to assess the opportunity and profitability of key business initiatives
  • Identify short- and long-term financial and operating targets in partnership with business leaders
  • Support organic and inorganic growth initiatives through financial modeling and industry analysis
  • Support gaming-specific M&A diligence efforts and post-acquisition integration efforts
  • Develop a network of industry contacts, collection of research resources to bring knowledge of market trends, benchmarks, and opportunities to bear on strategic decisions

Epic Games develops and publishes popular video games like "Fortnite" and "Unreal Tournament," available on platforms such as iOS, Android, and PC. The company also provides Epic Online Services, which offer tools for other developers to manage and scale their games, including backend support and online multiplayer features. Unlike many competitors, Epic Games shares its technology, such as the Unreal Engine, allowing other developers to create their own games. The goal of Epic Games is to enhance gaming experiences for players while empowering developers with the necessary tools and support.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$15.4B

Headquarters

Cary, North Carolina

Founded

1991

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

9%

1 year growth

19%

2 year growth

36%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Epic Games' continuous innovation, such as the introduction of new game modes like 'Fortnite Reload,' keeps the gaming experience fresh and engaging for users.
  • Strategic partnerships, like the one with AWS for the Women Creators Program, highlight Epic Games' commitment to diversity and industry leadership.
  • The company's multifaceted revenue streams, including game sales, in-game purchases, and licensing fees from Unreal Engine, provide financial stability and growth potential.

What critics are saying

  • The ongoing legal battle with Apple could hinder Epic Games' expansion plans and create financial and operational uncertainties.
  • The highly competitive gaming market requires constant innovation and successful new releases, which can be challenging to sustain.

What makes Epic Games unique

  • Epic Games leverages its highly popular titles like 'Fortnite' to create a strong brand presence and loyal user base, unlike many competitors who struggle to maintain consistent hits.
  • The Unreal Engine, a powerful and widely-used game development tool, sets Epic Games apart by providing a robust platform for other developers, creating an ecosystem that extends beyond their own games.
  • Epic Online Services offers comprehensive backend support and multiplayer capabilities, making it easier for developers to scale their games, a service not commonly provided by other game developers.

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Benefits

Health coverage - 100% of the premiums for both you and your dependents. Our coverage includes Medical, Dental, a Vision HRA, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance & a 401k with competitive match and profit share

Robust mental well-being programs & free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents

Unlimited PTO & sick time

Paid sabbatical

INACTIVE