Financial Analyst II at Firsttek Inc

Position : Financial Analyst II

Location: New York, NY

Duration: 12 Months Contract  

Job Description:

Is this for a specific project? If so – please provide detail here on what this role will be working on.
What are the main 3-5 responsibilities of this resource?
Working on P+ international finance, working on P&Ls for France/Italy, tracking marketing expenses, PO’s, ensuring month-end activities are completed, actions completed in a timely manner, and preparing for quarterly requirements. Ad-hoc activities will occur, and much of the things will be routine month-over-month activities.

What is the TOP Critical Skills or Must Haves skills a candidate should have on their resume in order to be considered?
Excel is required – advanced level 3+ years
3+ years’ experience in Finance
Attention to detail is critical, must be detail-oriented and able to communicate effectively, and be a team player
Willingness to learn and go through training, and be proactive in their learning experience
Able to work in a fast-paced environment that requires an evolving industry

Nice to Have:
• 5+ years of Finance/Accounting-related experience
• Demonstratable experience working in a similar role, experience working in entertainment/media industry is a plus
• Strong analytical skills, with an ability to understand and articulate financial data
• Advanced MS Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Experience working with SAP and Longview a plus
• Experience of interacting with stakeholder groups across multiple finance functions and regions, working in a fast-paced high-pressure environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an acute attention to detail
• Passion to learn and take on new challenges
direct to consumer experience, Streaming related experience is highly preferred

Deal Breakers?
Ability to engage with business partners, and able to communicate effectively and have good attention to detail and be a team player, and be a proactive learner – if they are not able to engage in this way, this may not be a good fit for them.
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment that requires an evolving industry, ability to be adaptable is necessary for success in this department.


Paramount (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, its portfolio of consumer brands includes CBS, Showtime Networks, Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon, MTV, Comedy Central, BET, Paramount+, Pluto TV and Simon & Schuster, among others. The company delivers the largest share of the U.S. 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, Paramount provides powerful capabilities in production, distribution, and advertising solutions.

WHAT IS THE ROLE(Responsibilities)
As the Sr. Analyst of International Streaming this individual will provide financial and strategic support for the France & Italy region in consolidating, analysing, and managing the P&L, and assist in regular reporting and ‘ad hoc’ analysis for business leaders.
Reporting to the FP&A Director, this position will:
• Business partner to regional teams in France & Italy
• Support Finance Director in maintaining oversight of the regional DTC P&L for France & Italy
• Responsible for detailed modelling of key metrics, marketing, subscriber additions, conversion, churn and revenue for the P+ business in these regions for all forecasts, outlooks, annual and long range plans
• Accurate reporting of P&L against forecast including narrative on business performance and variances
• Co-ordinate on the month end close process with cross functional finance teams, e.g. P2P, RtR, Controllership
• Focus on measuring, reporting and driving core KPI’s and business activity
• Support the long-range planning (LRP) process and quarterly reviews, Budget and monthly forecast process
• Collaborate with the wider International Finance team to drive process improvements through automation of reporting packages and dashboards to support all regions
• Ad hoc reporting, modelling, and analyses, and supporting local commercial teams with business case development
• Work with Controllers, Tax, Legal teams to determine requirements applicable to P+ in each region
• Ensure that the appropriate financial procedures and controls are maintained, including continuous review and improvement of working practices

Preferred Qualifications
• 5+ years of Finance/Accounting-related experience
• Demonstratable experience working in a similar role, experience working in entertainment / media industry is a plus
• Strong analytical skills, with an ability to understand and articulate financial data
• Advanced MS Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Experience working with SAP and Longview a plus
• Experience of interacting with stakeholder groups across multiple finance functions and regions, working in a fast-paced high-pressure environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an acute attention to detail
• Passion to learn and take on new challenges
Personal Qualities
• Proactive self-starter who takes ownership and responsibility for assigned tasks
• Flexible attitude to achieve results
• Excellent time, project management, and execution skills
• Clear and Strong Communicator
• Ability to remain calm under conflicting deadlines and pressure
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholder groups
• Commercially focused with a client service approach
• Strong organization and prioritization skills to help manage the work and coordinate tasks to complete our deliverables
• Champions of working that promote DE&I advocacy

Thanks & Regards,

David Ingale| US Technical Recruiter | First Tek, Inc. 

Phone: (609)245-0020 x 636 | Direct: (732) 593-8458| Fax: (732) 909-2773

www.first-tek.com | david.ingale@first-tek.com

371 Hoes Lane, Suite 201, Piscataway, NJ 08854