Corporate Strategy Analyst

About Crunchyroll

Founded by fans, Crunchyroll delivers the art and culture of anime to a passionate community. We super-serve over 100 million anime and manga fans across 200+ countries and territories, and help them connect with the stories and characters they crave. Whether that experience is online or in-person, streaming video, theatrical, games, merchandise, events and more, it’s powered by the anime content we all love.

Join our team, and help us shape the future of anime!

About the role

In the role of Corporate Strategy Senior Analyst, you will report to the Corporate Strategy Senior Manager.

We are considering applicants to be based in Los Angeles, CA, where we operate on a hybrid work schedule.

This role combines a dynamic set of responsibilities across impactful areas including (i) financial and strategic analysis for initiatives focused on growth and partnerships; (ii) M&A planning, diligence, and execution; (iii) project management; and (iv) executive presentations and communications.

It requires a nimble team player who can plug in and drive progress, with no two days the same. Example projects could include (a) driving due diligence and financial analysis for new investment opportunities; (b) collaborating with subject matter experts across Crunchyroll to develop a partnership structure for a new product / service / region, (c) managing post-close integration workstreams to help acquisitions realize their strategic goals, and (d) delivering presentation materials for executives. 

Core Areas of Responsibility

• Provide financial / analytical modeling and strategic support for evaluating potential M&A and investment opportunities, joint ventures, and business development growth initiatives
• Perform due diligence, prepare presentations for senior management, and coordinate with senior executives to execute transactions and commercial agreements
• Prepare structured analysis with effective data visualization, strategic recommendations, and concise communication to enable well-informed business decisions
• Deliver polished, executive presentations for business updates, board meetings, and ad hoc events

About You

We get excited about candidates, like you, because...

• You bring 5+ years of experience in investment banking, private equity / investing, or corporate development
• You have experience driving financial modeling, valuation, and due diligence
• You enjoy strategic thinking and bringing organization to complex processes
• You take pride in excellence, with strong attention to detail, analytical rigor, and adaptability, while operating in a fast-paced environment
• You are a collaborative team player who proactively supports colleagues and builds strong relationships across the business
• You share our excitement for media & entertainment 
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel and PowerPoint) and Google Suite
• B.S. / B.A. required

About the Team

This function works closely with senior leadership and across Crunchyroll’s global businesses, spanning SVOD services, eCommerce, video games, theatrical releases, consumer packaged goods, publishing, and more. We routinely evaluate and execute high-profile opportunities across acquisitions, divestitures, and joint ventures. Beyond inorganic projects, we also partner with colleagues in our operating business units to develop and implement organic growth initiatives in new products, services, and regions. Within the Finance team, we’re a partner for related verticals including Accounting, FP&A, Royalties, Data Insights, and Procurement.

Why you will love working at Crunchyroll

In addition to getting to work with fun, passionate and inspired colleagues, you will also enjoy the following benefits and perks:

• Receive a great compensation package including salary plus performance bonus earning potential, paid annually.
• Flexible time off policies allowing you to take the time you need to be your whole self.
• Generous medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and life insurance
• Health Saving Account HSA program
• Health care and dependent care FSA
• 401(k) plan, with employer match
• Employer paid commuter benefit
• Support program for new parents
• Pet insurance and some of our offices are pet friendly!

#LifeAtCrunchyroll #LI-Hybrid

The Pay Range for this position is listed. Actual pay will vary based on factors including, but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of Crunchyroll’s Total Rewards offerings for employees. Other rewards may include performance bonuses, employer matched retirement savings, time-off programs, and progressive health benefits and perks.Pay Transparency - Los Angeles, CA$121,800—$152,300 USD

About our Values

We want to be everything for someone rather than something for everyone and we do this by living and modeling our values in all that we do. We value

• Courage. We believe that when we overcome fear, we enable our best selves.

• Curiosity. We are curious, which is the gateway to empathy, inclusion, and understanding.

• Kaizen. We have a growth mindset committed to constant forward progress.

• Service. We serve our community with humility, enabling joy and belonging for others.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion

Our mission of helping people belong reflects our commitment to diversity & inclusion. It's just the way we do business.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at Crunchyroll. Pursuant to applicable law, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Crunchyroll, LLC is an independently operated joint venture between US-based Sony Pictures Entertainment, and Japan's Aniplex, a subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc., both subsidiaries of Tokyo-based Sony Group Corporation.

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