Senior Director of Finance

The Free Press•New York, NY

1d•$150,000 - $195,000

About The Position

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 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 & Responsibilities We are seeking a dynamic, initiative-taking finance leader well-versed in accounting and finance who can work effectively in a cross-functional environment. Priorities will include: tracking, forecasting, and reporting on key subscription metrics, including CAC, LTV and ARPU; preparing month-end financial reports in accordance with Paramount requirements; and leading the monthly and annual budgeting and forecasting processes for The Free Press. Given the fast-paced environment, we are seeking candidates who are capable of not only providing data-driven financial insights to senior management but also willing to dive deep into the day-to-day accounting work, pitching in wherever necessary. Candidates must be comfortable learning about and utilizing new AI finance and planning tools to drive insights and efficiencies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
12+ years of work experience in finance or accounting; subscription-based 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
Hands-on experience with Oracle Fusion Applications
Demonstrable familiarity with a subscription-based business and deep understanding and proven ability to model subscription metrics.
All candidates must successfully complete a background check prior to starting employment at Paramount a Skydance Corporation.

Responsibilities

Create and maintain financial models to support budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning for The Free Press
Provide strategic insights and recommendations for executive leadership, including delivering comprehensive variance explanations on monthly actual reporting vs. budget and forecast, and addressing any areas of concern
Develop and maintain robust subscription models with a focus on recurring revenue, LTV/CAC, churn, ARPU, cohort analysis, and retention
Assist teams within Paramount and CBS in monthly close for The Free Press, which includes preparation of revenue and expenses accruals, reconciliations, journal entries, and deferred revenue schedules
Manage Vendor-related processes, including vendor setup, PO facilitation, critical payments, and issue resolution
Oversee financial reporting, GAAP compliance, tax reports, and audit processes.
Revenue reconciliation of subscription and credit card platforms
Ad hoc requests and analyses will be frequent.