Director, Financial Planning & Analysis (Digital Platforms)

WELCOME TO HARTBEAT. WE ARE COMEDY. WE ARE CULTURE.

HARTBEAT is the global, multi-platform media company founded by Kevin Hart with a mission to keep the world laughing together. Operating at the intersection of comedy and culture, we are dedicated to creating, producing distributing, and marketing compelling content and experiences that make your heart beat a little faster.

Led by an award-winning team, Hartbeat is a trusted creative partner for the world’s top entertainment companies, platforms, and brands. We drive cultural impact and generate sales, subscriptions, buzz, and conversation with some of the most coveted audiences.

We are committed to nurturing the next generation of diverse comedians while collaborating with established comedy legends. Our ecosystem supports talent, content and brands across various formats, platforms, and opportunities in TV, film, digital, audio, and experiential.

Our flagship consumer brand, LOL! Network, engages audiences through its owned-and-operated social media channels, audio content, and partnerships with OTT platforms.

THE ROLE:

We are seeking a highly skilled Director to join our Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) function. As a key contributor, you will drive the financial planning process and work closely with other senior leaders to develop financial forecasts and set performance benchmarks for Hartbeat's Digital Platforms division. This role will involve providing financial consulting and strategic support to senior management, including preparing weekly dashboards to highlight performance across multiple digital platforms, budget versus actual analysis, cash flow projections, and other projects requested by leadership. This hands-on role requires deep expertise in financial modeling and the ability to present coherent analysis. Reporting to the CFO, you will play a vital role in propelling the financial success of our organization, cultivating, and maintaining a top-tier FP&A function.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and manage weekly dashboards to highlight KPI performance across multiple AVOD platforms, OTT, and Fast channels.

• Consolidate weekly digital dashboard details to inform monthly accounting accrual process.

• Develop and manage the FP&A processes for digital platforms, encompassing annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-term strategic plans across digital film, series and audio content.

• Partner with CDO and CFO to define, track, and analyze financial content metrics and P&L models to set specific performance goals on a platform-by-platform basis and evaluate performance vs targets.

• Maintain and improve cash forecasting, conducting regular analysis to ensure royalty statements are received and paid in a timely manner.

• Forecast and communicate Hartbeat Digital Platform's operating expenses.

• Identify and effectively communicate critical insights, risks, and opportunities to senior management, promoting informed decision-making.

• Coordinate with department heads to gather all relevant financial data, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

• Conduct financial modeling and scenario analysis for potential strategic initiatives, assessing their financial implications.

• Identify opportunities to leverage technology, implementing enhancements to financial systems that streamline reporting and analysis.

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

• BA/BS degree in Finance, a related field, or equivalent hands-on experience

• A minimum of 8 years’ experience in FP&A with a preference for experience in the media & entertainment industry

• Advanced proficiency in Excel, particularly with complex financial modeling, graphing, and high-impact visual presentations

• Proficiency in NetSuite

• Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights

• A solid grasp of accounting principles with experience in compiling comprehensive three-way financial statements

• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy in all tasks

• Proven ability to establish rapport swiftly with a diverse range of individuals across the business

• Comfort in navigating ambiguous situations and the demonstrated ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment

• A deep-seated passion for and interest in the entertainment industry

WORK HARD, LAUGH HARDER

Look, it’s called work for a reason. We show up for our teammates, our partners, and our audience. We’re a high-energy culture, where EVERYONE IS A HEADLINER, expected to give their best performance. But that doesn’t mean it can’t be fun, meaningful, and inspiring. Because if you’re not having fun at work, you’re missing a good time!

So, if you hate fun, never like to laugh, and hardly ever smile, we have the job for you – somewhere else. But if you believe in a culture of creativity, entrepreneurialism, inclusion, hustle, and heart – while prioritizing fun and funny – you belong here.

Must be 18 years or older and willing to submit to a reference check and must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.

BENEFITS

We got you! Hartbeat provides eligible employees competitive benefits, including: Medical, dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, paid vacation and holiday pay and generous family leave policies. We also offer 401(k) retirement savings plan, flexible spending account and an unlimited supply of laughs on company time (aftershock giggles may spill into personal time) and more!

COMPENSATION

Actual compensation within the pay range will be decided based on factors including, but not limited to, skills, competencies, prior relevant experience, and work location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses and incentives.

Hartbeat also offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, that include healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan including an employer match, family planning, paid time off, paid parental leave, several paid holidays, and more.

NOTICES

We take this seriously. Hartbeat provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. As an equal opportunity employer, Hartbeat will provide reasonable accommodations as required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws.