RTR Analyst

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE/DEPARTMENT
RTR Analyst, Cash Operation
JOB SUMMARY
Cash operation activities of Legacy Viacom covering reconciling and reporting of cash balances and movements, compilation of actual cash-flow statements and associated reporting and analysis.
Reconciliation of legacy Paramount Pictures and CBS cash and balance sheet accounts in an accurate and timely manner. 
Managing ledger close activities including FX revaluation and translation reporting.  
REPORTING STRUCTURE
Reports to Manager, RTR Cash Operation
RESPONSIBILITIES

Bank Reconciliations:
    Perform daily bank reconciliation for all Viacom bank accounts to the general ledger in the given region, monitor the aging of all outstanding items, and assist with follow up and reclassification of items
    Research discrepancies, and prepare/review adjusting transactions if it is necessary to make corrections to the appropriate accounting records
    Provide ownership of reconciled bank accounts; supervise each cash transaction on the given bank accounts; provide research and problem solving support throughout the company,
    Prepare monthly bank reconciliation for all Viacom bank accounts to the general ledger in the given region; ensure balances are tied up with supporting documents; open items are reviewed and accuracy of them are validated
    Review monthly bank reconciliation for all Viacom bank accounts to the general ledger in the given region; ensure balances are tied up with supporting documents; open items are reviewed and accuracy of them are validated
    Prepare monthly bank reconciliation for all Paramount bank accounts to the general ledger in the given range using Chesapeake as a reconciliation tool; ensure balances are tied up with supporting documents; open items are reviewed and accuracy of them are validated

Cash Flow:
    Provide operational support for Cash Flow reporting 
    Investigate suspicious transactions within Cash Flow according to provided reports, analyse and recommend required steps based on result of the research
    Investigate suspicious balances within other disbursement session, prepare backup documents for topside files for corrections

General:
    Lead continuous improvement efforts by identifying root causes of any issues and opportunities to streamline work, and proactively recommends and implement solutions
    Meets corporate deadlines as defined 
    Develop relationships with productions and divisions within Paramount Pictures and Viacom
    Support internal and external auditors and Viacom Compliance with requests
    Ensure that all relevant key controls are in place and functioning properly in accordance with internal policies and procedures and Sarbanes Oxley rules and regulations
    Assist with ad hoc Viacom and internal management requests
REQUIREMENTS – KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
    BS/MSc in Accounting/Finance
    1-2 years relevant work experience or relevant secondment/placement
    Demonstrate proactive approach to challenges and issue resolution.  Ability to take initiative, follow through and complete tasks on time.
    Good and up-to-date accounting skills (US GAAP/IFRS). 
    Strive to identify process efficiency/effectiveness improvements opportunities and propose suggestions 
    Strive to be involved in process improvement projects
    Good understanding of general accounting principles, concepts and processes to be able to form an opinion on accounting and process matters
    Strive to be recognized by stakeholders as a business partner
    Fluent business English language skills both oral and in writing

KEY COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
    Strong time and task manager
    Positive, can-do attitude
    Ability to work independently
    Structured thinking
    Cooperative attitude 
    Strive to act as a role model to other team members
    Attempt to form and argue opinion
    Demonstrate ownership for own tasks
    Strive to innovative and attempt to use and demonstrate problem solving skills
    Good communication skills with willingness to present in workgroup
    Sensitivity to risk management and process controls

Paramount Global (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, Paramount's portfolio of consumer brands includes CBS, Showtime Networks, Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon, MTV, Comedy Central, BET, Paramount+, Pluto TV and Simon & Schuster, among others. Paramount 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, the company provides powerful capabilities in production, distribution and advertising solutions.

 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.