FP&A Manager - The Free Press

Paramount Global•New York, NY

34d•$100,000 - $115,000

About The Position

The Free Press is a rapidly growing global media organization founded by Bari Weiss and built on the principles that once defined distinguished American journalism-honesty, rigor, and independent thinking. Known for its investigative reporting and provocative commentary, The Free Press focuses on presenting the world as it is, combining the quality traditionally associated with legacy media with a fearless, modern approach. Their work highlights overlooked ideas, challenges conventional narratives, and brings clarity to complex issues ranging from economic policy and financial markets to emerging technologies such as AI. The Free Press reaches a highly engaged audience of millions through its newsletters, podcasts and original video content. As a fast-growing digital media company, The Free Press is committed to cultivating a vibrant community of readers and listeners who value independent perspectives and rigorous storytelling. Overview and Responsibilities: The FP&A Manager - The Free Press will support the News Organization of Paramount a Skydance Corporation and will focus primarily on The Free Press(TFP) division. As part of an aligned FP&A team, the FP&A Manager - The Free Press will report into the VP, FP&A and the President & Publisher of The Free Press and 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 excellent opportunity within a successful and growing global media organization. It will provide wide ranging exposure to the evolving interactive content industry while working within the broader media umbrella of Paramount a Skydance Corporation. This role reports to the VP Finance and the President & Publisher of The Free Press.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
6-7+ years of work experience in finance, accounting, or similar quantitative role; media, entertainment, and/or technology experience a plus
High proficiency in Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace suite skills, particularly Excel/Sheets and Powerpoint/Slides
Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills
Demonstrable experience working in a subscription-based and deep understanding and proven ability to model subscription metrics
Proven ability to work effectively in a cross-functional environment and manage multiple priorities

Nice To Haves

Finance/Economics/Mathematics/Accounting major preferred
Ability to work in a fast paced, high-pressure environment
Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task
Experience with P&L management and forecasting

Responsibilities

Responsible for creating and maintaining complex financial models to support the budgeting, forecasting, expense optimization and expansion of The Free Press
Develop and maintain subscriber cohort, retention models, analyzing trends, and churn behavior
Track and report on key subscription metrics, including CAC, LTV and ARPU
Assist Accounting in monthly/quarterly close which includes preparation of accruals, reconciliation, and variance analysis of forecast to actual results
Create strategic value-added analyses around using key KPI and core business metrics to drive better decisions and results
Work with internal business partners gaining insight and knowledge that could affect forecasts
Ad hoc requests and analyses will be frequent
Handle some operational duties beyond FP&A and finance

Benefits

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.

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