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We’ve got the brands, we’ve got the stars, and we’ve got the power to achieve our mission to entertain the planet – now all we’re missing is…YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team that values authenticity and embraces inclusion for all. We are searching for individuals who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter – both for our audiences and our employees. You fuel our culture of purpose, passion, and collaboration. We’re in this together.

Overview & Responsibilities:

CBS Studios is one of the industry’s leading suppliers of programming with more than 50 series currently in production across broadcast and cable networks, streaming services, and other emerging platforms. The Studio’s expansive portfolio spans a diverse slate of commercially successful and critically acclaimed scripted programming, genre-defining franchises, award-winning late night and daytime talk shows, and extensive library of iconic intellectual property.

We are looking for a detail-oriented Production Finance Coordinator to enhance our robust CBS Studios Accounting team. We seek a high-performing, motivated, conscientious professional who exhibits strong accounting skills. You will be a part of a dynamic and creative Production Finance team working directly with our production business units in the planning, financial administration and production of first-class television programming coordinating day to day operational function of production accounting, providing coordination of department accounting tasks, managing the Calendar and meetings of the Head of Production Finance, liaison with managing approvals across the Production Finance team. This role reports to Head of Production Finance.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Manage Calendar of Head of Production Finance and coordinate with other EA’s across the Organization and Studio
• Coordinate with other Studio teams on procuring approvals required by Executives
• Prepare expense reports
• Vendor set up, payment processing and show allocations
• Follow up with vendor research across the department (internal and external)
• Review and management of Budget Sign-offs
• Review and Distribute Forecast Delivery Grid
• Manage lock-box deposits across all productions
• Manage all onboarding and office needs assistance, assist team of 35 and support to related accounting teams in the field
• Update and Distribute SOX critical review checklists & signoffs
• Track show assignment lists, distributions across teams of 250+ location accounting employees
• Assist Production with special projects (asset management, lease tracking, Production health insurance/ Cigna)
• Coordinate with Contract Administration and legal teams on payment authorization approvals
• Process Mail distribution throughout the Production Finance teams, troubleshooting where needed
• Other Ad-hoc reporting as required

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting / Finance Preferred
• Proficient skills in Excel (Microsoft Office Suite)
• Demonstrated attention to detail, time management and organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge/experience working with production accounting software, Smart Accounting and PSL is a plus
• Self-motivated, self-starter, team-player
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• 1-2 years of experience in Production Accounting or Production Finance preferred

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CBS Studios is one of the industry’s leading suppliers of programming with more than 70 series currently in production across broadcast and cable networks, streaming services and other emerging platforms.

The Studio’s expansive portfolio spans a diverse slate of commercially successful and critically acclaimed scripted programming, genre-defining franchises including the ever-growing “Star Trek” universe, award-winning late night and daytime talk shows, and an extensive library of iconic intellectual property.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $45,000.00 - 55,000.00. 

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.  

• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here: https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits
• Generous paid time off.
• An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams.
• 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.
• Explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-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.

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