Financial Analyst, Digital Distribution- Paramount

Job Description

Paramount Global (NASDAQ: PARA, PARAA) 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+, Pluto TV and Simon & Schuster, among others. Paramount delivers the largest share of the US 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.

The Financial Analyst is responsible for all accounting functions related to Domestic and International Digital Distribution of feature motion pictures.
Overview & Responsibilites
• Review and analysis of Digital license agreements (interpret contractual terms; establish revenue recognition requirements; establish billing and payment terms).
• Run royalty statement ingestion process with third party provider, Whip Media.
• Handle royalty statement processing in Media Maestro accounting system.
• Perform User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for Mediamorph and Media Maestro.
• Maintenance of product tables for Media morph and Media Maestro.
• Lead general ledger maintenance for accounts related to Media Maestro.
• Reconcile Medial Maestro key controls for month end close.
• Assist with ad-hoc reporting and analysis.

Basic Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree required, a focus in Accounting, Finance, or related area preferred
• Experience with financial analysis, US GAAP and IFRS

Additional Qualifications
• 1+ years related experience preferred
• Experience in month end close and reporting preferred
• Experience in entertainment industry preferred
• Advance proficiency MS Office (specifically Excel)
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Self-starter with ability to proactively identify issues and propose resolutions
• Excellent written & verbal communication and inter-personal skills
• Ability to work in a fast paced, team-oriented environment
• Ability to handle several tasks simultaneously, prioritize workload efficiently and meet strict deadlines

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-r790ok-3-133-156-156-42 in your application.