Vice President of Finance, Paramount Games

This is a Full Time Job

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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.

The Vice President, Finance will play a critical leadership role in shaping and executing the financial strategy for Paramount Games. This position will report directly to the EVP/CFO of Paramount Animation, Gaming, and Sports, with a dotted-line reporting relationship to the Head of Games. The VP will play a key role in shaping and executing the Paramount Games financial strategy. They will oversee all financial activities for the division, serving as a strategic partner to senior leadership and a key liaison with corporate and studio segment finance teams.

OVERVIEW & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Develop and execute comprehensive financial strategies aligned with divisional and company-wide growth objectives.
• Lead financial planning and analysis (FP&A), including budgeting, monthly forecasting, and long-range planning.
• Oversee greenlight processes for new game development, game acquisitions, and other strategic investments.
• Provide clear, actionable financial analysis and insights to division senior management and the CFO.
• Ensure accurate, timely monthly financial reporting in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Manage project cost controls in partnership with team leads, ensuring adherence to approved budgets and financial policies.
• Act as the primary point of contact with corporate finance and studio segment finance teams.
• Partner closely with all areas of the business, including Marketing, Management, Business Development, Development, and Centralized Controllership.
• Deliver ongoing financial guidance and decision support to drive operational and strategic outcomes.
• Lead the division’s participation in the company-wide ERP implementation, with a focus on FP&A modules.
• Leverage robust knowledge of financial systems, preferably Oracle, to enhance reporting, forecasting, and financial controls.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• 15 years of progressive Finance/FP&A experience.
• Extensive gaming industry experience.
• Strong knowledge of industry-specific financial regulations, compliance requirements, and internal controls.
• Advanced modeling and Excel skills.
• Demonstrated experience engaging with other senior stakeholders and strategic foresight to anticipate their analytical needs.
• Experience with translating complex data and delivering compelling financial narratives to diverse executive audiences.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
• MBA and/or CPA strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to manage complex negotiations and build effective relationships with external partners and stakeholders.
• Exceptional management, communication, and influencing skills, with the ability to operate successfully at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth, and creative environment.
• Strategic thinker with strong execution capabilities and attention to detail.

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