Systems Engineer II

Reporting to the Director,, Operations & Talent Relations for Client s TV, provide strategic operational support to the financial management of the budgeting, reporting, forecasting, purchase orders and daily invoices across global Publicity, Studio Communications, Talent Relations, Awards and Events. Collaborate across the team, as well as with internal and external teams, including Finance, Travel, Business Affairs and Legal, in the creation and vetting of budgets and strategically resolve issues to ensure an efficient process.

Job Title: , Operations & Finance Specialist Contractor JD (1C3)
Location: Culver City, CA 90232
Duration: 7 Months Contract

Overview:
This position is supporting Client s new original video subscription service, Client s TV , featuring original shows, movies and documentaries from the world s most creative storytellers

Description
Reporting to the Director, , Operations & Talent Relations for Client s TV , provide strategic operational support to the financial management of the budgeting, reporting, forecasting, purchase orders and daily invoices across global Publicity, Studio Communications, Talent Relations, Awards and Events.
Manage timely reporting and analyze actuals vs budgets cost reports to ensure accuracy and quickly resolve any issues.
Collaborate across the team, as well as with internal and external teams, including Finance, Travel, Business Affairs and Legal, in the creation and vetting of budgets and strategically resolve issues to ensure an efficient process.
Assist in the contract review and cost analysis process in conjunction with Finance and Procurement
Manage the setup of vendors, external partners in collaboration with Procurement
Other duties as assigned

Key Qualifications
- Minimum 8 years of experience in strategic billing and purchase order development and execution within the entertainment industry
- Proven track record of tracking budgets and financial planning
- Ability to determine resources, track costs and establish partnerships with across Client s TV , Client s Original Films and Client s Studios
- Proactive thinker who is able to prioritize and manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
- Detail oriented with strong organizational, collaboration, problem solving and communication skills

Education
Bachelor s degree in Finance or Accounting is required.