Strategic FP&A Analyst — Media & Streaming Growth

Paramount Pictures; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Life insurance coverage

Disability benefits

Tuition assistance program

Paid time off

Job summary

Paramount is seeking a Financial Analyst to join the CBS News, Stations, and CMV Digital division, supporting forecasting, budgets, and month-end close under the Director, FP&A. This role offers exposure to a global media organization and the chance to influence profitability across multiple properties.

You will perform quantitative and qualitative analyses, collaborate with Inventory & Pricing, BI, Business Development, and Production teams, and deliver insights for fast decision-making.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of work experience in finance, accounting, or similar quantitative role; media, entertainment, and/or technology experience a plus
• Advanced knowledge in Oracle Financials a plus
• Excellent communication and presentation skills - be able to handle and synthesize large datasets to deliver critical insights in an easy-to-digest format for management and external partners
• A willingness and quick ability to learn new software
• Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace suite skills, particularly Excel/Sheets and Powerpoint/Slides

Responsibilities

• Budgeting/Forecasting: Work on business models to manage forecasting of the monthly P&L and drive the annual budget and financial plans for CBS News, Stations, and CMV Digital Properties
• Work with Accounting in preparation for monthly close
• Manage month-end accruals, contracts, and invoices
• Expense management, risk analysis, and mitigation
• Actively monitor expense levers and cost controls required to maintain profitability and achieve budgeted profit targets
• Collaborate closely with the following teams: Inventory & Pricing, Business Intelligence, Business Development, and Production. Gain insight and knowledge that may impact the forecast
• Ad Hoc Analysis: Prepare financial data and various requests as needed and provide actionable analysis for internal review and rapid decision-making
• This role is pivotal in delivering strategic, financial, and operational insights that align with the goals of the business

Skills

Finance experience

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Forecasting

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's in Finance/Accounting

Tools

Oracle Financials

Job description

Paramount is seeking a Financial Analyst to join the CBS News, Stations, and CMV Digital division, supporting forecasting, budgets, and month-end close under the Director, FP&A. This role offers exposure to a global media organization and the chance to influence profitability across multiple properties.

You will perform quantitative and qualitative analyses, collaborate with Inventory & Pricing, BI, Business Development, and Production teams, and deliver insights for fast decision-making.