Financial Analyst - CBS

About the role

The Financial Analyst will support the CBS News, Stations, and CBS Media Venture (CMV) Digital division and report to the Director, FP&A. The Analyst 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 wide-ranging exposure to evolving streaming platforms within a successful and growing global media organization.

Responsibilities

• Budgeting/Forecasting: Work on business models to manage forecasting of the monthly P&L and drive the annual budget and financial plans for CBS News, Stations, and CMV Digital Properties.
• Work with Accounting in preparation for monthly close, including managing month-end accruals, contracts, and invoices.
• Expense management, risk analysis, and mitigation.
• Actively monitor expense levers and cost controls required to maintain profitability and achieve budgeted profit targets.
• Collaborate closely with the following teams: Inventory & Pricing, Business Intelligence, Business Development, and Production to gain insight and knowledge that may impact the forecast.
• Ad Hoc Analysis: Prepare financial data and various requests as needed, providing actionable analysis for internal review and rapid decision-making.

This role is pivotal in delivering strategic, financial, and operational insights that align with the goals of the business.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 2+ years of work experience in finance, accounting, or similar quantitative role; media, entertainment, and/or technology experience a plus.

Skills

• High proficiency in Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace suite skills, particularly Excel/Sheets and PowerPoint/Slides.
• Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills.
• A willingness and quick ability to learn new software.
• Advanced knowledge in Oracle Financials a plus.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to handle and synthesize large datasets to deliver critical insights in an easy-to-digest format for management and external partners.
• Ability to work autonomously in a dynamic environment.

Pay

Hiring Salary Range: $64,800.00 - $85,000.00. The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) plan.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Disability benefits.
• Tuition assistance program.
• Paid time off (PTO) or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Generous paid time off.
• 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.