Director FP&A

Job Description

Who We Are

Creative Artists Agency (CAA) is the leading entertainment and sports agency, with global expertise in filmed and live entertainment, digital media, publishing, sponsorship sales and endorsements, media finance, consumer investing, fashion, trademark licensing, and philanthropy.  Distinguished by its culture of collaboration and exceptional client service, CAA’s diverse workforce identifies, innovates, and amplifies opportunities for the people and organizations that shape culture and inspire the world.  The trailblazer of the agency business, CAA was the first to build a sports business, create an investment bank, launch a venture fund, found technology start-up companies, establish a philanthropic arm, build a business in China, and form a brand marketing services division, among other innovations. Named Most Valuable Sports Agency by Forbes for eight consecutive years, CAA represents more than 2,000 of the world’s top athletes in football, baseball, basketball, hockey, soccer, in addition to coaches, on-air broadcasters, and sports personalities and works in the areas of broadcast rights, corporate marketing initiatives, social impact, and sports properties for sales and sponsorship opportunities.  Founded in 1975, CAA is headquartered in Los Angeles, and has offices in New York, Nashville, Memphis, Chicago, Miami, London, Munich, Geneva, Stockholm, Shanghai, and Beijing, among other locations globally.

The Role

We are looking for a Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to join our team in Los Angeles and serve as a strategic and operational thought leader. Reporting to the VP of FP&A and leveraging a small team of direct reports, the Director will work closely with both Finance and Agency senior leadership to provide crucial insights for the company’s continued growth.

Responsibilities

• Produce and help oversee all analyses and work streams conducted by FP&A, including regular monthly/quarterly/annual reporting, development of the annual budget and mid-year reforecast, and all ad hoc financial analyses

• Supervise, manage, and lead a team of FP&A direct reports

• Help prepare quarterly financial Board presentations (and any intervening analyses requested by the Board)

• Provide analysis and commentary for lender and management reporting presentations

• Help develop the company’s Long-Range Plan, including alignment with relevant macroeconomic factors and related equity research reports

• Develop and maintain excellent working relationships with other corporate finance groups (including Accounting, Treasury, Agency Operations, and Strategic Development/M&A), as well as with various agency departments across CAA

• Identify and complete system and operational improvement projects, both self-identified and requested by management

Required Experience and Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in FP&A (or other corporate finance), private equity, investment banking, or management consulting, with increasing responsibility and previous supervisory roles

• Outstanding quantitative and organizational skills, work ethic, and attention to detail

• Skilled at prioritizing tasks, managing deadlines, and thriving under pressure

• Highly self-motivated, a strong sense of intellectual curiosity, and an ability to multitask and thrive in a dynamic, results-oriented environment

• Extensive experience and expertise in financial modeling

• Outstanding quantitative and qualitative research skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Ability to present and communicate analysis in a clear and structured manner, and at the Executive/Board level

• Technical skills: Expert Excel & PowerPoint (mandatory); Microsoft Dynamics 365 (helpful); PowerBI (a plus)

• Media & Entertainment expertise a plus

• MBA/CPA/CFA a plus

Location

This role is based out of our Los Angeles office.

Compensation

The annual base salary for this position is in the range of $172,000 - $228,000.  This position also is eligible for benefits and discretionary bonus.  Ultimately, the salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, business sector, and geographic location, among other criteria.  Please talk with a CAA Recruiter to learn more

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