Manager, FP&A & Strategic Finance

Established in 2015, Create Music Group is a leading music and entertainment company. The company operates as a record label, distribution company, and entertainment network which generates over 15 billion music streams each month on DSP’s. Named #2 on the Inc 5000 Fastest Growth Companies in America in 2020, the company has grown exponentially by leveraging its owned IP with its media and technology platform. The company works with superstar artists, major and independent record labels, and global media brands. It operates a number of companies including Label Engine, one of the largest independent music distribution platforms in the world, with over 75,000 artists and 5,000 label clients; and Flighthouse, a digital entertainment brand focused on Gen Z,  which has more than 300 million followers across social media. Create Music Group is based in Hollywood, CA and has 350 employees worldwide.

Job Summary

Create Music Group is seeking a Manager, FP&A & Strategic Finance to partner closely with senior leadership and drive financial and strategic decision-making. Reporting to the Sr. Director of FP&A, this role offers high executive visibility and impact in a fast-growing, data-driven music and technology company empowering artists and labels. The ideal candidate brings both structure and innovation as the business continues to evolve. Experience in high-growth or scaling companies is a plus, as is an interest in the music, media, or creator economy. 

Responsibilities

• Drive core FP&A processes including AOP, LRP, budgeting, forecasting, close, variance analysis, and management reporting
• Advise leaders on opportunities, risks, and performance v strategic plans (SOP)
• Provide financial guidance to labels, A&R, and M&A teams, ensuring data-driven decision-making across creative development and strategic deals
• Distill complex analysis into clear, compelling narratives for both financial and non-financial audiences
• Prepare reporting packages for executives, board, and investors
• Own and enhance FP&A tools (Planful) and drive automation (including AI-enabled workflows) to scale forecasting and reporting
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications 

• 4-7 years of experience with at least 2 years in investment banking, consulting or PE
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, or related field; accounting background a plus
• Advanced financial modeling skills, including 3-statement analysis and investor reporting in Excel/Google Sheets/Slides
• Proficiency with FP&A/accounting tools (ERP, planning, data); current stack includes Planful, NetSuite, and Looker
• Strong first-principles thinking, with the ability to reimagine solutions from the ground up
• Strategic foresight to anticipate future questions and challenges and act proactively
• Sound judgment in prioritization and risk management, balancing rigor for high-impact issues with speed for lower-stakes decisions
• Comfort with ambiguity and an 80/20 approach to balance precision with execution speed

Pay Scale

• $120,000 - $145,000 per year
• The final compensation within this range will be determined based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and overall fit for the role.