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NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.
Job Description
NBCU has deployed SAP to run financial, logistics, and HR processes. SAP BPC is deployed to run the planning processes at an enterprise and division level. NBCU currently has 16 BPC solutions to support financial planning processes. NBCU is also on a Finance transformation journey that will result in most of the planning solutions moving to SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC).
As the Business System Analysis Manager, you will be the bridge between finance strategy and technical execution. You will lead the support and delivery of planning solutions within the FP&A Studios portfolio, ensuring our global users have the tools they need to drive the business forward. This role will be responsible for supporting other SAP Analytics Cloud solutions within the Studios Organization.
This role is considered a critical role in Enterprise Applications, and the job also requires working flexible hours to support accounting/planning users globally.
Responsibilities:
- Applies unique or broad expertise to unearth and solve broad challenges. Decisions can have a substantial impact on the area of contribution
- Solves complex problems; enhances and develops new methods, systems, and/or tools
- Deliver solutions to solve business problems around financial planning, headcount planning, and operational planning (driver-based & allocations) using SAP BPC and SAP Analytics Cloud
- Configure processes, develop reports, and templates for FP&A related activities
- Proven capability to translate business processes to functional requirements to developers as needed
- Review & participate in solution build and test activities on FP&A Systems implementations, rollouts, and upgrade projects; may be asked to step in to conduct project solution architect activities from time to time
- Participate in the solution roadmap for FP&A systems projects
- Collaborate with peers in the Technology team to apply best practices to integrate between technology solutions
- Interacts with multiple cross-functional peers and teams to execute work agreements and plans, maintains relationships with internal/external customers and partners
- Become the trusted voice of the Technology team with other IT groups in envisioning success
- Become the trusted internal advisor for key business users
- Assist in troubleshooting production support issues
- Assist with other tasks as assigned
- Enhance expertise for products relevant to the Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) business, by keeping abreast of literature, participating in web/seminars, industry and vendor (SAP or other) events as necessary
Qualifications Requirements:
- Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or Business from an accredited institution or equivalent
- 8+ years of ERP FP&A systems (SAC, Anaplan, OneStream, etc) SAP BPC hands-on experience, leading up to Lead Architect level work in an IT capacity, implementing planning solutions of high complexity and large scale
- This role requires prior hands-on experience in implementing BPC or other FP&A solutions as a technical/functional analyst with proven skills to develop templates, configuration of new environments/models, dimensions, logic, and computations
- Demonstrated ability to learn new FP&A technologies
- Skillful at translating complex technical requirements into "finance-speak" for executive stakeholders
- Ability to gather & present business requirements into functional and technical specifications
- Ability to guide technical development using specifications documentation
- Ability to work and collaborate within a cross-functional matrix
- Possess interpersonal skills to engage with all levels of business and IT
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment and a willingness to expand depth of knowledge
- Adherence to project methodologies and change control processes
- A strong understanding of FP&A processes, including budgeting, forecasting, and consolidated financial reporting
- Familiarity with data modeling and ETL processes
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Willingness to work off business hours and weekends as needed in a demanding environment
Desired Characteristics:
- Knowledge and experience of building models within SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) and/or SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC)
- Familiarity with SAP ERP for FICO, BW in a functional capacity (SAP BW4/HANA or SAP S4/HANA) or other ERP applications
- Familiarity with SAP Business Data Cloud (Datasphere, Databricks)
- Project time and cost estimation ability
- Project management familiarity/experience (MS Project, project time, and estimation)
- Experience with BI reporting tools: SAP BusinessObjects, SAP Analysis for Office (AOE), or other similar applications
- Experience in Media Entertainment Accounting and/or core accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS)
- Clear written & verbal communication
- Passion and desire to make a difference, matched by ingenuity, dedication, and pragmatism
Additional Requirements:
- Hybrid: This position currently has a hybrid schedule, which requires contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.
This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $130,000 - $180,000 (bonus eligible)
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Additional Information
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide 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.
NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.
Company Description
NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.
Job Description
NBCU has deployed SAP to run financial, logistics, and HR processes. SAP BPC is deployed to run the planning processes at an enterprise and division level. NBCU currently has 16 BPC solutions to support financial planning processes. NBCU is also on a Finance transformation journey that will result in most of the planning solutions moving to SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC).
As the Business System Analysis Manager, you will be the bridge between finance strategy and technical execution. You will lead the support and delivery of planning solutions within the FP&A Studios portfolio, ensuring our global users have the tools they need to drive the business forward. This role will be responsible for supporting other SAP Analytics Cloud solutions within the Studios Organization.
This role is considered a critical role in Enterprise Applications, and the job also requires working flexible hours to support accounting/planning users globally.
Responsibilities:
- Applies unique or broad expertise to unearth and solve broad challenges. Decisions can have a substantial impact on the area of contribution
- Solves complex problems; enhances and develops new methods, systems, and/or tools
- Deliver solutions to solve business problems around financial planning, headcount planning, and operational planning (driver-based & allocations) using SAP BPC and SAP Analytics Cloud
- Configure processes, develop reports, and templates for FP&A related activities
- Proven capability to translate business processes to functional requirements to developers as needed
- Review & participate in solution build and test activities on FP&A Systems implementations, rollouts, and upgrade projects; may be asked to step in to conduct project solution architect activities from time to time
- Participate in the solution roadmap for FP&A systems projects
- Collaborate with peers in the Technology team to apply best practices to integrate between technology solutions
- Interacts with multiple cross-functional peers and teams to execute work agreements and plans, maintains relationships with internal/external customers and partners
- Become the trusted voice of the Technology team with other IT groups in envisioning success
- Become the trusted internal advisor for key business users
- Assist in troubleshooting production support issues
- Assist with other tasks as assigned
- Enhance expertise for products relevant to the Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) business, by keeping abreast of literature, participating in web/seminars, industry and vendor (SAP or other) events as necessary
Qualifications Requirements:
- Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or Business from an accredited institution or equivalent
- 8+ years of ERP FP&A systems (SAC, Anaplan, OneStream, etc) SAP BPC hands-on experience, leading up to Lead Architect level work in an IT capacity, implementing planning solutions of high complexity and large scale
- This role requires prior hands-on experience in implementing BPC or other FP&A solutions as a technical/functional analyst with proven skills to develop templates, configuration of new environments/models, dimensions, logic, and computations
- Demonstrated ability to learn new FP&A technologies
- Skillful at translating complex technical requirements into "finance-speak" for executive stakeholders
- Ability to gather & present business requirements into functional and technical specifications
- Ability to guide technical development using specifications documentation
- Ability to work and collaborate within a cross-functional matrix
- Possess interpersonal skills to engage with all levels of business and IT
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment and a willingness to expand depth of knowledge
- Adherence to project methodologies and change control processes
- A strong understanding of FP&A processes, including budgeting, forecasting, and consolidated financial reporting
- Familiarity with data modeling and ETL processes
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Willingness to work off business hours and weekends as needed in a demanding environment
Desired Characteristics:
- Knowledge and experience of building models within SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) and/or SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC)
- Familiarity with SAP ERP for FICO, BW in a functional capacity (SAP BW4/HANA or SAP S4/HANA) or other ERP applications
- Familiarity with SAP Business Data Cloud (Datasphere, Databricks)
- Project time and cost estimation ability
- Project management familiarity/experience (MS Project, project time, and estimation)
- Experience with BI reporting tools: SAP BusinessObjects, SAP Analysis for Office (AOE), or other similar applications
- Experience in Media Entertainment Accounting and/or core accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS)
- Clear written & verbal communication
- Passion and desire to make a difference, matched by ingenuity, dedication, and pragmatism
Additional Requirements:
- Hybrid: This position currently has a hybrid schedule, which requires contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.
This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $130,000 - $180,000 (bonus eligible)
LI-hybrid
Additional Information
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide 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.
NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Data Analyst Intern
Start with OPT or CPT, not H-1B
Intern roles almost never come with direct H-1B sponsorship. You'll work under CPT during school or OPT after graduation. Use the internship to build a track record that makes full-time sponsorship a natural next step.
Target companies with a history of converting interns
The most reliable path to H-1B sponsorship is a return offer. Research whether a company regularly converts interns to full-time roles, since those employers are far more likely to sponsor you through the lottery afterward.
Make sure your degree field aligns with the role
H-1B specialty occupation requires a directly related degree. A Data Analyst role typically maps to statistics, computer science, mathematics, or economics. A mismatch between your major and the job description can complicate future sponsorship petitions significantly.
Track your CPT usage carefully
Full-time CPT used for 12 or more months eliminates OPT eligibility entirely. If you're doing multiple internships, monitor your cumulative full-time CPT days to protect the 12-month OPT period you'll need after graduation.
Ask about sponsorship policy before accepting an offer
Not every company that hires international interns will sponsor full-time. Ask HR directly whether the company has sponsored H-1B employees in the past. Checking public LCA disclosure data can also confirm a company's sponsorship history before you ask.
Build technical skills that strengthen your specialty occupation case
Employers sponsoring Data Analyst roles need to show the position requires a specific degree. Developing depth in SQL, Python, or statistical modeling reinforces the argument that the role is a genuine specialty occupation, not a general business function.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Data Analyst Intern position come with H-1B sponsorship?
Intern roles are almost never sponsored for H-1B visa directly. Internships are typically short-term, and H-1B requires full-time specialty occupation employment. The realistic path is using CPT or OPT for the internship, converting to a full-time offer, and then having the employer sponsor your H-1B petition in the next lottery cycle.
What degree do I need to qualify for a sponsored Data Analyst role?
H-1B specialty occupation requires at least a bachelor's degree in a field directly related to the role. For Data Analyst positions, USCIS most commonly accepts degrees in statistics, mathematics, computer science, information systems, or economics. A general business degree without a quantitative focus may not satisfy the specialty occupation standard, depending on how the employer documents the position.
How do I find Data Analyst Intern roles that lead to sponsorship?
The key is identifying companies that consistently convert interns to full-time employees and have a documented history of H-1B sponsorship. Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for employers willing to sponsor international candidates, so you can focus your applications on companies where sponsorship is actually on the table rather than guessing from generic postings.
Does using CPT for a Data Analyst internship affect my OPT later?
Yes, if you use 12 or more months of full-time CPT, you lose OPT eligibility entirely. Part-time CPT does not affect OPT. If you plan to do multiple internships across multiple semesters, track your cumulative full-time CPT carefully. Losing OPT means losing the post-graduation work authorization period most employers expect before H-1B sponsorship.
What H-1B approval rates look like for Data Analyst roles?
Data Analyst is a contested specialty occupation category. USCIS has issued Requests for Evidence on roles where the degree requirement is seen as too broad, particularly when employers list the position as open to any bachelor's degree. Approval rates improve significantly when the employer's LCA and petition tie the role specifically to quantitative degree fields and document how the work requires that specialized knowledge.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Data Analyst Intern jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.