Director of Finance
Night, Los Angeles, CA, United States
Night is a next-generation media holding company redefining talent representation for the digital age. Night manages over 200 of the world’s most influential digital creators across platforms like YouTube, TikTok, and Twitch. With a fully bootstrapped foundation and a digital-first ethos, Night has emerged as a cultural powerhouse at the intersection of entertainment, entrepreneurship, and the creator economy. The company’s comprehensive suite of services includes talent management, a venture studio, a rapidly growing licensing division, and a top-tier podcast network. As the traditional media landscape continues to evolve, Night is building the infrastructure that empowers individual creators to become global brands.
About the Role Night is seeking a strategic and operationally-minded Director of Finance to build and lead core financial functions as the company enters its next phase of growth. Reporting directly to the President, this person will own company-wide financial planning, performance analysis, and business modeling. The Director will play a key role in supporting decision‑making across all areas of the business—from creator management to new ventures and M&A.
This is a unique opportunity for a hands‑on finance leader to help shape the financial architecture of a modern media company operating at the frontier of the creator economy.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and scale Night’s financial planning and analysis (FP&A) function, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
Partner with senior leadership to develop financial strategies aligned with growth objectives across core business lines (talent management, ventures, licensing, podcasting).
Build financial models to evaluate new business opportunities, strategic initiatives, investments, and potential acquisitions.
Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams (e.g., Corporate Development, Operations, Talent, Legal) to support deal diligence, pricing strategies, and scenario planning.
Deliver actionable insights through monthly financial reporting, KPI dashboards, and variance analysis.
Own and evolve internal finance processes, including headcount planning, vendor spend, and creator P&Ls.
Serve as a key partner to external stakeholders such as auditors, legal counsel, and tax advisors.
Develop internal controls and scalable systems for a growing organization.
Qualifications
5‑7 years of experience in finance roles within high‑growth media, tech, or consumer companies—ideally with exposure to both FP&A and strategic finance.
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA or CPA a plus.
Proven track record of leading budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis in entrepreneurial environments.
Expertise in financial modeling, scenario planning, and translating data into strategic recommendations.
Deep understanding of business models in media, digital content, or creator‑focused platforms.
Strong communication skills and the ability to influence decisions across senior stakeholders.
Located in (or willing to relocate to) Los Angeles.
Preferred Experience
Familiarity with M&A processes, including modeling, diligence, and post‑close integration.
Experience working in companies that blend services and IP (e.g., talent management, studios, agencies).
Comfort operating with limited infrastructure—building from 0 to 1.
Passion for the creator economy, digital media trends, and entrepreneurial business models.
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About the Role Night is seeking a strategic and operationally-minded Director of Finance to build and lead core financial functions as the company enters its next phase of growth. Reporting directly to the President, this person will own company-wide financial planning, performance analysis, and business modeling. The Director will play a key role in supporting decision‑making across all areas of the business—from creator management to new ventures and M&A.
This is a unique opportunity for a hands‑on finance leader to help shape the financial architecture of a modern media company operating at the frontier of the creator economy.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and scale Night’s financial planning and analysis (FP&A) function, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
Partner with senior leadership to develop financial strategies aligned with growth objectives across core business lines (talent management, ventures, licensing, podcasting).
Build financial models to evaluate new business opportunities, strategic initiatives, investments, and potential acquisitions.
Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams (e.g., Corporate Development, Operations, Talent, Legal) to support deal diligence, pricing strategies, and scenario planning.
Deliver actionable insights through monthly financial reporting, KPI dashboards, and variance analysis.
Own and evolve internal finance processes, including headcount planning, vendor spend, and creator P&Ls.
Serve as a key partner to external stakeholders such as auditors, legal counsel, and tax advisors.
Develop internal controls and scalable systems for a growing organization.
Qualifications
5‑7 years of experience in finance roles within high‑growth media, tech, or consumer companies—ideally with exposure to both FP&A and strategic finance.
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA or CPA a plus.
Proven track record of leading budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis in entrepreneurial environments.
Expertise in financial modeling, scenario planning, and translating data into strategic recommendations.
Deep understanding of business models in media, digital content, or creator‑focused platforms.
Strong communication skills and the ability to influence decisions across senior stakeholders.
Located in (or willing to relocate to) Los Angeles.
Preferred Experience
Familiarity with M&A processes, including modeling, diligence, and post‑close integration.
Experience working in companies that blend services and IP (e.g., talent management, studios, agencies).
Comfort operating with limited infrastructure—building from 0 to 1.
Passion for the creator economy, digital media trends, and entrepreneurial business models.
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