Finance Analyst, Tech (FTC)

Paramount; City Of London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global media company in London is seeking a Financial Analyst. The role involves managing financial planning, working closely with business partners to ensure accurate budgeting, and providing insightful reporting for strategic decision-making. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills and experience in financial analysis, alongside proficiency in Excel. A degree in finance or accounting, along with relevant certifications, are advantageous. This role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Attractive compensation and benefits

Generous paid time off

Opportunities for virtual engagement events

Qualifications

• Demonstrable FP&A experience.
• Strong analytical, excellent communication and presentation skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage the long-range plan and financial forecasts.
• Work with finance and business teams to ensure accurate accounting of expenses.
• Prepare monthly reporting including P&L variance analysis.

Skills

FP&A experience

Intermediate to advanced Excel skills

Analytical skills

Written and oral communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Education

Accounting or finance degree

Part qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, CPA)

Tools

SAP

Job description

#WeAreParamount on a mission to unleash the power of content... you in?

We’ve got the brands, we’ve got the stars, we’ve got the power to achieve our mission to entertain the planet – now all we’re missing is… YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co‑create moments that matter – both for our audiences and our employees – and aim to leave a positive mark on culture.

Is this the role for you?

The FA will partner with financial and business colleagues to evaluate, budget and actively manage the financial team for the technology centre of expertise (CoE). Key components include helping to build the budget and forecasts, ensuring the accuracy of reported actual costs, and reporting on variance analysis to both business and financial leaders. The FA will provide the technology finance director and senior management with financial reporting and analysis to be used for strategic and tactical decision‑making, long‑range financial plans, annual operating plan and forecast cycles. In addition, the FA will work with partners across the business to develop, interpret and implement financial and strategic planning, budgeting, and forecasting to drive business results.

What you will be doing?

• Managing the long‑range plan, annual operating plan, and monthly financial forecasts for technology in some regions, in collaboration with business partners and finance colleagues, aligned with Paramount’s fiscal calendar. Plans must align to corporate deliverables and timeline, be accurate and tied to financial strategic targets.
• Partner with the finance and business support transactional teams to ensure all technology expenses are accounted for correctly, including CAPEX and OPEX data.
• Partner with the finance and technology teams to collect accurate information and ensure the accurate transfer of data into financial and planning systems.
• Preparation of monthly reporting, including P&L variance analysis vs budget/forecast.
• Preparation of reporting and analysis of capital expenditure submission vs prior estimates.
• Help prepare and consolidate various ad hoc analysis, reports, and information requests.
• Must manage and develop processes and policies to support regional locations and remote financial operations. Continue to build consistency and efficiencies in order to continue to establish guidelines between the teams and across the COE.
• Work with department heads to provide day‑to‑day financial management and business support.
• Manage communication and responsiveness to partner requests and questions in a timely manner based on criticality of business. Some responses will need to be real‑time depending on the business/fiscal calendar.

What are we looking for?

Must‑have:

• Demonstrable FP&A experience.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Well organised with strength in prioritising.
• Flexible attitude to achieve results.

Advantages:

• Accounting or finance degree.
• (ACCA, CIMA, CPA) part qualified accountant or equivalent.
• Experience working with a general ledger (SAP) and financial reporting systems.
• Experience of a media technology landscape.
• Positive outlook and ambition to progress within.
• Driven by a challenge.

Paramount Skydance Corporation (NASDAQ: PSKY) is a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Driven by iconic studios, networks and streaming services, Paramount’s portfolio of consumer brands includes CBS, Showtime Networks, Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon, MTV, Comedy Central, BET, Paramount+, and Pluto TV, among others. Paramount delivers the largest share of the U.S. television audience and boasts one of the industry’s most important and extensive libraries of TV and film titles. In addition to offering innovative streaming services and digital video products, the company provides powerful capabilities in production, distribution and advertising solutions.

What We Offer:

• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here: https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits
• Generous paid time off.
• An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams.
• Opportunities for both on‑site and virtual engagement events.
• Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
• Explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-paramount

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on‑screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

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