Sr Analyst, Financial Contract Setup

Storytelling is, and will always be, the heart of what we do at Skydance.

Our vision is to build a thriving entertainment ecosystem where stories and worlds are imagined, brought to life and experienced. We create for every age and audience, anchored by the strength of our content and experiences and the depth of our connection with fans. We are creator-first, audience-focused, tech-forward, globally scaled.

Here, you’ll work with talented teams that move fast, think boldly and collaborate with purpose to deliver results. We aim high, champion the best ideas and win together, earning the trust of our employees, creators, partners and audiences every day.

If you’re energized by the opportunity to help build the next-generation global media and entertainment company powered by creativity and technology, we’d be thrilled to welcome you aboard. LET’S GO!

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Skydance seeks a Senior Analyst for Financial Contract Setup within the Financial Contract Reporting and Administration (FCRA) Division. The Senior Analyst will be instrumental in the setup, maintenance, and validation of participation deals and statements, ensuring that all contractual and financial obligations are accurately recorded within Skydance systems.

This role requires a strong understanding of contractual agreements, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with multiple business partners across finance, legal, and operations. The Senior Analyst will also support system enhancements and process improvement efforts through testing, documentation, and research initiatives that contribute to the overall efficiency and accuracy of participations reporting.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Configure, maintain, and validate participation deals, statements, and stakeholder setups within Skydance systems to support accurate profit participation reporting.
• Analyze and interpret abstracts, legal agreements, and supporting documentation to ensure contractual terms are properly reflected in system setups.
• Review and validate deal and statement setups completed by other analysts, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and internal control standards.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional business partners to resolve setup issues, clarify contractual terms, and ensure timely and accurate processing.
• Provide user support for automated participations reporting systems and assist with tracking new products and workflow status reporting.
• Support system and process improvement initiatives by assisting with template maintenance, system testing, documentation of best practices, and training for team members.
• Conduct research and support special projects, analyses, and ad‑hoc initiatives as required by management.

JOB QUALIFICATION STANDARDS

• Bachelor’s degree required in finance, accounting, legal studies, information systems, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of relevant professional experience in finance, accounting, IT, or a related discipline; experience in participations and/or the entertainment industry is a plus.
• Familiarity with automated participation reporting systems, system implementations, enhancements, and testing preferred; prior experience with JIRA and large corporate environments beneficial.
• Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to read and interpret legal agreements and contractual documentation.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; strong organizational, multitasking, and time‑management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and present complex information clearly.
• Advanced Level of English

About Skydance

Skydance is a next-generation global media and entertainment company, comprised of three business segments: Studios, Direct-to-Consumer, and TV Media. Skydance's portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount, Warner Bros., HBO and HBO Max, Paramount+, Pluto TV, CBS, CNN, CBS Sports, TNT Sports, Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network, MTV, Food Network, BET, HGTV, and Comedy Central.

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