Senior Director of Finance

Paramount • New York, NY

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About The Position

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.

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.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• 401(k) plan
• life insurance coverage
• disability benefits
• tuition assistance program
• PTO

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director