Financial Analyst - Films

Paramount•Los Angeles, CA

4d•$64,800 - $72,500•Onsite

About The Position

This position supports the development and execution of a Cash Management strategy & supporting processes in conformity with Paramount’s and industry best practices.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
2 + years of progressive experience in a financial planning environment
Robust financial modeling Excel capabilities and awareness of financial statements
Proficient in Excel & PowerPoint
Exemplary communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to interface with various professionals at all levels
Good organizational and time management skills
Team player with a demonstrated ability to operate in a cross-functional team environment

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of Hyperion and Essbase preferred
Entertainment or media industry experience strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Support planning activities for Film, including coordination with Business Units to prepare the Long Range Plan, annual Budget, forecast updates, and various ad hoc analyses
Assist with maintaining the company-wide cash planning model
Prepare the rolling 13-week cash forecast, including actuals reconciliation and variance analysis
Liaise with Accounting and Treasury groups to plan and report actual cash flow weekly
Coordinate with Business Units to collect summaries and explanations of actual and forecast results
Identify opportunities to streamline data-gathering and forecasting processes
Assist in the management of risks and opportunities to achieve P&L and cash flow targets
Maintain and prepare the physical and Digital Transactional Cash Forecasting Model
Assist in preparation of any ad hoc materials as requested by internal management