GL Accountant (Leave Cover >12 months)

Is this the role for you?

We are looking for an experienced and meticulous Accounting Specialist to support Paramount’s international businesses. In this role, you’ll be responsible for a range of accounting and reporting matters, with a primary focus on account reconciliation. You will ensure timely and accurate reporting in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

What will you be doing?

• Perform daily accounting activities and ensure accuracy across financial records.
• Prepare journal entries and supporting documentation for areas including:
  • Intangible amortization.
  • Fixed assets.
  • Accruals.
  • Open items clearing.
  • Interest income and expense.
  • Non-title allocations.
  • Prepaid amortization.
  • Employee benefits, payroll and pension accounting.
  • Inter/intra-company and FX clearing.
  • Financial lease accounting.
  • Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual closings for designated entities.
• Complete reconciliations using the reconciliation tool for:
  • Balance sheet accounts.
  • Intercompany confirmations.
  • Payroll and fixed assets.
  • Conduct P&L analysis and reporting (title and non-title based).
  • Support preparation of annual statutory accounts and audit processes.
  • Produce statistical and ad hoc reports for various territories.
  • Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned.

What are we looking for?

• Degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 4–5 years of experience supporting accounting functions in a global organization.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS.
• Proficiency in SAP Financials and Microsoft Excel (advanced level).
• Experience with intercompany accounting, payroll, employee benefits, interest income/expense recognition.
• Strong reconciliation capabilities and understanding of audit standards and documentation requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and self-motivated approach to improvement initiatives.
• Experience working under fast paced environments.
• Confirmed ability to conduct detailed research and deliver results-driven recommendations.

Founded in 1912, Paramount Pictures works with talented filmmakers to produce and distribute entertainment around the world. The film studio’s iconic logo has opened some of the most successful and beloved films in cinematic history, including timeless classics such as The Godfather, Chinatown, Forrest Gump and Titanic; and blockbuster franchises such as Star Trek, Transformers, Mission: Impossible and Sonic the Hedgehog. Recent, innovative, break-out films such as The Wolf of Wall Street, Arrival, Rocketman, and A Quiet Place have added to Paramount’s film legacy. With a beautiful 65-acre lot in the heart of Hollywood, a worldwide network of offices and a culture of engagement, Paramount Pictures’ passionate employees ensure the studio continues to deliver creativity and innovation to a dynamic industry. Paramount Pictures controls a collection of some of the most powerful brands in filmed entertainment, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount Animation, and Paramount Players. PPC operations also include Paramount Home Entertainment, Paramount Pictures International, Paramount Licensing Inc., and Paramount Studio Group. Paramount Pictures is a subsidiary of Paramount, which connects with billions of people worldwide through its global brands including MTV, CBS, Paramount Network, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central, BET and streaming service Paramount+.

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

At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.