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Director, Finance Planning and Analysis, CBS News
full-timeNew York$135k - $165k

Summary

Location

New York

Salary

$135k - $165k

Type

full-time

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About this role

#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

Seeking a dynamic and well-versed Director of Financial Planning & Analysis to lead annual budget, monthly forecasts, and long-range planning for News. The Director of FP&A is an important member of the organization, reporting to the SVP of News Finance. This role collaborates with multiple stakeholders to provide detailed analysis across the organization’s platforms, including Linear and Digital. The Director will coordinate with the functional executive team on all costs, including labor and non-labor, and is expected to develop a deep awareness of the organization.
The Director of FP&A will have supervisory responsibilities, delivering constructive evaluations and feedback, mentoring, and supporting team members’ professional development.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

· Lead annual budget, monthly forecast, and Long-Range Strategic Planning
· Provide insights to senior management around financial modeling, forecasts, and profitability
· Provide detailed variance analysis and commentary to senior management
· Oversee talent compensation, capital forecast, and operations for both network news and stations.
· Prepare business cases to support new investment, strategic, and other business decisions
· Work closely with Executive Producers in relation to tracking costs of major news events and political coverage.
· Support the Finance team and the Production team with ad hoc requests
· Self-starter who can tackle multiple concurrent projects and adapt quickly to new information
· Identify business trends and make recommendations
· Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team.
· Collaborate cross-functionally with editorial, production, operations, corporate finance, and accounting

Basic Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, or Economics
• Minimum 10+ years in Finance; Media/Entertainment/Digital focus preferred
• Strong knowledge of corporate finance concepts and accounting principles
• Exceptional Excel, PowerPoint, and financial modeling skills
• Knowledge of ERP systems and related technologies. TM1, Oracle, and SAP experience is a plus
 
Additional Qualifications
• Strategic thinker with robust business acumen
• Ability to multitask and work seamlessly across numerous projects / work-streams
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail with robust problem-solving and critical thinking ability
 
 
 
 
 

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: $135,000.00 - 165,000.00. 

 

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.

 

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access https://www.paramount.com/careers as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to [email protected]. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.

 

Other facts

Tech stack
Financial Planning,Analysis,Budgeting,Forecasting,Financial Modeling,Variance Analysis,Collaboration,Mentoring,Problem Solving,Communication,Attention to Detail,Business Acumen,ERP Systems,Excel,PowerPoint,Critical Thinking

About Paramount

Paramount is a leading 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, Skydance Animation, Skydance Sports, Nickelodeon, MTV, Comedy Central, BET, Paramount+, Skydance Games, 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.

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Entertainment Providers
Founding Year: 1998

What you'll do

  • The Director of FP&A will lead the annual budget, monthly forecasts, and long-range planning for News, providing insights and detailed analysis to senior management. This role also involves mentoring the finance team and collaborating with various stakeholders across the organization.

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As a Director, Finance Planning and Analysis, CBS News at Paramount, you will: the Director of FP&A will lead the annual budget, monthly forecasts, and long-range planning for News, providing insights and detailed analysis to senior management. This role also involves mentoring the finance team and collaborating with various stakeholders across the organization..

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