Financial Analyst - News, Stations & CBS Media Venture

This is a Full Time Job

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Overview & Responsibilities
The Financial Analyst will support the CBS News, Stations, and CBS Media Venture (CMV) Digital division and report to the Director, FP&A. The Analyst will assist in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of forecasts and budgets, tracking performance, managing monthly operating expenses, and using analysis to drive informed decision-making. This position offers the right candidate an exemplary opportunity within a successful and growing global media organization to gain wide-ranging exposure to the evolving streaming platforms. The Financial Analyst (News, Stations & CBS Media Venture) will help contribute by spearheading quantitative and qualitative analyses to optimize financial performance.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• 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

Basic Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree
• 2 years of work experience in finance, accounting, or similar quantitative role; media, entertainment, and/or technology experience a plus

Additional Qualifications
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace suite skills, particularly Excel/Sheets and PowerPoint/Slides
• Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills
• A willingness and quick ability to learn new software
• 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
• Ability to work autonomously in a dynamic environment

What We Offer:
• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages.
• 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