Manager, SOX Compliance

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We’ve got the brands, we’ve got the stars, 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 of passionate people 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 – and aim to leave a positive mark on culture.

Overview:

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Participate in the annual risk assessment and update company risk matrices
• Assess design and operating effectiveness of controls to ensure they mitigate identified risks
• Prepare clear, concise, appropriately referenced work papers to document test procedures performed and conclusion drawn
• Create and maintain internal control documentation including process flow diagrams, process narratives and design and operating effectiveness of testing results
• Monitor remediation of control deficiencies identified and provide recommendations for operational improvements
• Identify gaps or limitations within our financial processes and systems, and work with senior leaders and global teams to develop and implement internal controls to sufficiently mitigate risk
• Drive project plans including tracking and communicating progress of projects while adhering to deadlines
• Build effective working relationships with key business departments (e.g. Global Financial Planning & Analysis, Financial Reporting, Treasury, Human Resources and Benefits etc.), as well as the operational level groups within the business units (e.g. Advertising, Affiliate, Streaming, Production, etc.)
• Serve as a liaison between senior management, business process owners, key operation groups (IT, HR, Legal), Corporate and external auditors
• Facilitate annual walk-throughs of key business processes with business owners and external auditors to assess adequacy of control design effectiveness

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related area
• 6+ years of experience (public accounting preferred)
• Good working knowledge of US GAAP, SOX, and COSO internal control framework

Additional Qualifications:

• Professional qualifications highly desirable (e.g. CPA, CIA, CISA)
• Exemplary written and verbal communication skills with an ability to understand and summarize complex information
• Proficient in excel and data analysis, with a desire to grow in this area
• Familiarity with audit management tools (e.g. Auditboard/Optro, Workiva, or equivalent)
• Experience within media, entertainment, technology or similarly complex industries
• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g. Oracle Fusion or similar)

Paramount Skydance Corporation (NASDAQ: PSKY) 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+, and Pluto TV, 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.

• 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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