Senior Financial Analyst, FP&A, Paramount Pictures

Full Time Job
We are looking to add a Senior Financial Analyst, FP&A to our team!

The position will support the ongoing oversight and management of the “lifetime” profitability estimates for our Feature Films (Ultimates).

Overview and Responsibilities:

• Maintain the 10‐year ultimates for Paramount feature films

o Maintain financial models to forecast revenues and costs on a film-by-film basis

o Coordinate with Distribution Groups and handle submission process of estimates into our Ultimates Hyperion System

o Manage preparation and presentation of film slate profitability reporting to senior management

o Prepare summaries of ultimate estimates for outside reporting obligations for review by senior management

• Analyze anticipated film performance comparing actuals against forecast

• Support financial planning activities for Paramount Pictures, including coordination with Business Units to prepare annual Budget, periodic updates, long range plan, and various ad-hoc analyses

• Provide support to other areas of the team including Greenlight & Deal Analysis, P&L and Cash Forecasting

• Find opportunities for continuous process improvement

• Complete what-if analysis and ad hoc analysis as needed

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (focus in Accounting or Finance preferred)

• 4 years of professional experience in Finance, Accounting or related field

Additional Qualifications:

• Strong financial modeling Excel capabilities and understanding of financial statements

• Proficient in Excel & Powerpoint

• Working knowledge of Hyperion and Essbase preferred

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work with various professionals at all levels

• Good organizational and time management skills

• Great teammate with a demonstrated ability to operate in a cross-functional team environment

• Entertainment or media industry experience strongly preferred

Founded in 1912, Paramount Pictures works with talented filmmakers to produce and distribute entertainment around the world. The film studio’s iconic logo has opened some of the most successful and beloved films in cinematic history, including timeless classics such as The Godfather, Chinatown, Forrest Gump and Titanic; and blockbuster franchises such as Star Trek, Transformers, Mission: Impossible and Sonic the Hedgehog. Recent, innovative, break-out films such as The Wolf of Wall Street, Arrival, Rocketman, and A Quiet Place have added to Paramount’s film legacy. With a beautiful 65-acre lot in the heart of Hollywood, a worldwide network of offices and a culture of engagement, Paramount Pictures’ passionate employees ensure the studio continues to deliver creativity and innovation to a dynamic industry. Paramount Pictures controls a collection of some of the most powerful brands in filmed entertainment, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount Animation, and Paramount Players. PPC operations also include Paramount Home Entertainment, Paramount Pictures International, Paramount Licensing Inc., and Paramount Studio Group. Paramount Pictures is a subsidiary of Paramount, which connects with billions of people worldwide through its global brands including MTV, CBS, Paramount Network, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central, BET and streaming service Paramount .

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $70,000.00 - 85,000.00.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, 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 otherwi