Little Dot Studios

Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

Little Dot Studios

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Los AngelesCaliforniaUnited States

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Salary

💰 $90,000 - $100,000 per year

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About the role

  • Own and lead the P&L forecasting process, including quarterly reforecasts, annual budgets, and long-range strategic plans, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and clear alignment with business objectives
  • Drive deep P&L analysis across forecasting cycles, including budget vs. actuals and year-over-year performance, identifying key risks, opportunities, and underlying business drivers
  • Partner with business leaders to evaluate financial performance and profitability at a project, client, and initiative level, translating results into actionable insights
  • Lead the preparation of executive-level financial presentations and reporting materials, including monthly management accounts and performance review decks for senior leadership
  • Produce high-impact ad hoc commercial, strategic, and investor-facing analyses for senior leadership, shareholders, and other key stakeholders
  • Oversee and continuously improve monthly pacing, reporting, and forecasting tools to ensure timely, accurate, and decision-useful data
  • Actively contribute to the enhancement of FP&A processes, systems, and automation initiatives, driving scalability, efficiency, and best practices across planning workflows
  • Serve as a thought partner to FP&A leadership and senior executives on strategic initiatives, new business opportunities, and operational decision-making
  • Mentor and support the development of junior team members, setting high standards for analytical rigor, communication, and execution

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
  • 5+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or a related analytical role
  • Demonstrated expertise in complex financial modeling, forecasting, and scenario analysis
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling tools
  • Experience with Microsoft VBA or other automation tools desirable but not required
  • Strong understanding of financial statements, accounting principles, revenue recognition, and performance measurement
  • Proven ability to translate complex financial data into clear, compelling insights for senior leadership
  • Strong strategic mindset with sound commercial judgment and business acumen
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Self-motivated leader with a growth mindset, capable of both executing independently and developing others
  • Exceptional problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify root causes and implement sustainable solutions
  • Confident stakeholder partner with experience influencing and aligning cross-functional leaders
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to craft concise, executive-level presentations
  • Experience with Octopus PMI and Google Suite preferred but not required
  • Prior experience in the media and entertainment industry preferred
  • Candidates must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
Benefits
  • Stay healthy with a monthly health & wellness stipend and free access to counseling sessions
  • Enjoy regular Happy Hours, treats and events with your team
  • Plan ahead with a 401K retirement fund
  • Support your family with medical, dental & vision insurance
  • Invest in your growth both personally & professionally with our Learning & Development Program
  • Work flexibly with our hybrid working environment, with access to co-working locations and monthly reimbursement for home tech expenses
  • Take flex time off for vacations, family time, or mental health days
  • Enjoy long summer weekends by working half days on Friday
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
P&L forecastingfinancial modelingforecastingscenario analysisfinancial analysisbudgetingperformance measurementfinancial statementsaccounting principlesrevenue recognition
Soft Skills
analytical rigorcommunicationstrategic mindsetcommercial judgmentbusiness acumenorganizational skillsproblem-solvingstakeholder managementleadershipmentoring
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in FinanceBachelor’s degree in Accounting