Financial Analyst - Films

Paramount; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

On-site and virtual engagement events

Life at Paramount

Job summary

Paramount is seeking a Financial Analyst to support cash management strategy and processes. You will assist in planning, budgeting, rolling forecasts, and weekly cash reporting while coordinating with Accounting, Treasury, and business units. Strong Excel modeling and communication skills are essential.

Experience in financial planning, media industry preferred, with opportunity to contribute to enterprise-wide cash forecasting efforts and ad hoc analyses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 2+ years of progressive experience in a financial planning environment.
• Robust financial modeling Excel capabilities and awareness of financial statements.

Responsibilities

• Support planning activities for Film, including coordination with Business Units to prepare the Long Range Plan, annual Budget, forecast updates, and various ad hoc analyses.
• Assist with maintaining the company-wide cash planning model
• Prepare the rolling 13-week cash forecast, including actuals reconciliation and variance analysis
• Liaise with Accounting and Treasury groups to plan and report actual cash flow weekly
• Coordinate with Business Units to collect summaries and explanations of actual and forecast results
• Identify opportunities to streamline data-gathering and forecasting processes
• Assist in the management of risks and opportunities to achieve P&L and cash flow targets
• Maintain and prepare the physical and Digital Transactional Cash Forecasting Model
• Assist in preparation of any ad hoc materials as requested by internal management

Skills

Financial modeling

Excel

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Hyperion

Essbase

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.

Overview And Responsibilities

This position supports the development and execution of a Cash Management strategy & supporting processes in conformity with Paramount’s and industry best practices.

• Support planning activities for Film, including coordination with Business Units to prepare the Long Range Plan, annual Budget, forecast updates, and various ad hoc analyses
• Assist with maintaining the company-wide cash planning model
• Prepare the rolling 13-week cash forecast, including actuals reconciliation and variance analysis
• Liaise with Accounting and Treasury groups to plan and report actual cash flow weekly
• Coordinate with Business Units to collect summaries and explanations of actual and forecast results
• Identify opportunities to streamline data-gathering and forecasting processes
• Assist in the management of risks and opportunities to achieve P&L and cash flow targets
• Maintain and prepare the physical and Digital Transactional Cash Forecasting Model
• Assist in preparation of any ad hoc materials as requested by internal management

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 2 + years of progressive experience in a financial planning environment

Additional Qualifications

• Robust financial modeling Excel capabilities and awareness of financial statements
• Proficient in Excel & PowerPoint
• Working knowledge of Hyperion and Essbase preferred
• Exemplary communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to interface with various professionals at all levels
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Team player with a demonstrated ability to operate in a cross-functional team environment
• Entertainment or media industry experience strongly preferred

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.

Additional Information

Hiring Salary Range: $64,800.00 - 72,500.00.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement. This position is bonus eligible.

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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