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DreamWorks Animation

Produces animated films and TV series

Finance Manager

Corporate Finance & FP&AConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeNew York, NY, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
  • At least four years of public and/or private accounting or financial planning and analysis experience is preferred.
  • Demonstrated financial and analytical skills, including the ability to create complex financial models and communicate results efficiently.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills.
  • Knowledge of accounting and generally accepted accounting principles.

Responsibilities

  • Support annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, monthly pacing, analysis of key metrics and trends, and executive-level presentations for support areas.
  • Lead monthly close deliverables, including monthly allocations, accruals, and company-wide cross charges, and ensure timely and accurate completion of close activities.
  • Identify and streamline system operations, reporting, and forecasting processes.
  • Ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial data, and provide regular reporting on financial performance, variances, and trends.
  • Collaborate with Operating, Human Resources, and Finance leads to develop a concise and consistent financial narrative.
  • Build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders and partner on strategic initiatives to drive productivity, including planning and execution.
  • Perform ad hoc analyses, including variance analysis, sensitivity analysis, and other requests from senior management.
  • Develop open communication and productive working relationships with senior leadership, operations leads, and the broader finance team.

Desired Qualifications

  • Entertainment, media, or technology experience is preferred.
  • Knowledge of SAP or Essbase is preferred; exposure to BPC is a plus.
  • A collaborative, hands-on approach and willingness to contribute to cross-functional projects to meet department goals.
  • Ability to grasp new concepts quickly and solve problems independently.
  • Strong organization and time-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple assignments, meet tight deadlines, and work effectively under pressure.
  • Interpersonal skills to work and communicate effectively with finance, operations, and senior management at all levels.
  • A continuous-improvement mindset and ability to identify and implement best practices.

About the Company

DreamWorks Animation

Produces animated films and TV series

DreamWorks Animation produces animated films and television shows for family and children audiences, creating stories and characters that appeal to multiple generations. Its products are brought to life through a full animation pipeline, including in-house technology like the Moonray rendering platform, and a studio ecosystem that supports development from concept to release. Work combines artistry and engineering to deliver feature films, TV series, and related experiences, with revenue coming from box office, licensing, merchandise, and partnerships with streaming services. The company differentiates itself with its proprietary animation technology, a large creative talent pool at its Glendale campus, and a track record of popular franchises such as How to Train Your Dragon, along with award-winning storytelling. Its goal is to produce high-quality, engaging animated content and advance animation technology while expanding its franchises across theaters, TV, and digital platforms.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Acquired
Total funding
$15M
Headquarters
Glendale, CA
Founded
1994

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