Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

MLB Network seeks a Manager of Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) to lead financial planning, analysis, and reporting activities across MLB Network (MLBN), MLB Local Media, and other affiliated entities. This role provides senior-level oversight of budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes; reviews and evaluates the work of FP&A staff; and serves as a key finance partner to leadership. The Manager will also support high-level MLBN initiatives as needed. This position operates in a fast-paced and dynamic environment and requires strong leadership, sound judgment, and the ability to navigate evolving business priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the preparation and presentation of annual operating budgets, forecasts, and long-range plans for MLBN, MLB Local Media, and other affiliated entities. Review work produced by FP&A staff and ensure key information is presented in clear, visually engaging formats (e.g., PowerPoint, dashboards) for senior stakeholders and leadership.
• Oversee and review key processes related to financial closing and reporting, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting packages and ad hoc analyses, ensuring accuracy and consistency across deliverables.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships across the organization by synthesizing data and analysis, communicating insights to leadership, and driving opportunities to enhance reporting, processes, and decision-making.
• Review financial and operating KPIs, evaluate trends and issues identified by the team, and translate findings into actionable insights and recommendations for the CFO and other senior management.
• Review and approve monthly cash flow reporting for MLB Local Media, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
• Provide oversight and guidance on invoice coding and financial transactions to ensure accurate reporting, consistency, and identification of key items across entities.
• Lead efforts to improve financial system...