Little Dot Studios · 3 hours ago
SENIOR MANAGER, FINANCIAL PLANNING & ANALYSIS
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expLittle Dot Studios is a multi-platform production company and digital media network seeking a Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis to join their Finance & Commercial Planning team. This role will drive financial insight and strategic decision-making, overseeing forecasting and reporting processes while partnering with senior leaders across the organization.
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Responsibilities
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
Qualification
Required
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
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
Candidates must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
Preferred
Experience with Microsoft VBA or other automation tools desirable but not required
Experience with Octopus PMI and Google Suite preferred but not required
Prior experience in the media and entertainment industry preferred
Benefits
Monthly health & wellness stipend and free access to counseling sessions
Regular Happy Hours , treats and events with your team
401K retirement fund
Medical, dental & vision insurance
Learning & Development Program
Hybrid working environment, with access to co-working locations and monthly reimbursement for home tech expenses
Flex time off for vacations, family time, or mental health days
Long summer weekends by working half days on Friday
Company
Little Dot Studios
Little Dot Studios is one of the fastest growing next-generation media companies.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Stephanie Fernandes
Head of social creative, entertainment
Recent News
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2026-01-16
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