Manager, Accounting

About the role

The Manager, Domestic Controllership will support the integrity of financial reporting and internal controls across U.S. operations at Paramount Global. The role partners across finance, business units, and audit teams to ensure compliance with accounting standards, strengthen processes, and deliver accurate and timely financial results.

Responsibilities

• Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process/cycles
• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis
• Ensure accurate reporting in accordance with GAAP
• Prepare financial reporting and all supporting schedules (disclosures, earnings book, corporate reporting)
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors ensuring documentation and enforcement of controls
• Collaborate with FP&A, operational teams, and audit partners and serve as business partner
• Support divisional and segment reporting across all lines of business
• Drive automation and efficiency in accounting processes
• Prepare balance sheet account reconciliations and recommend risk and opportunities
• Prepare quarterly and monthly deliverables
• Perform all month-end Intercompany confirmations
• Ad-hoc requests as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
• 5+ years' experience with general ledger functions and month end/year end close process
• Knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP), standards, and practice
• Proficiency with Excel, Word, Outlook etc.

Qualifications

• CPA Preferred
• Experience with ERP systems, such as Oracle
• Public accounting and/or entertainment industry experience preferred
• Ability to effectively manage time, meet deadlines, and work both individually and as a member of a team
• Solid organization and analytical skills
• Accuracy and high attention to detail
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills

Pay

Hiring Salary Range: $100,000 - 135,000. The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, 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
• PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Bonus eligibility
• 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