Financial Analyst, CBS News Job at CBS News and Stations in New York

Join to apply for the Financial Analyst, CBS News role at CBS News and Stations Overview & Responsibilities CBS News is seeking a detail-oriented and strategically minded Financial Analyst to join the CBS News finance team. The Financial Analyst will perform a variety of financial activities including assisting with the financial planning and budgeting processes, forecasting, building financial models, preparing reports and presentations, and performing research and analysis using large data sets. The ideal candidate is well organized, solution-oriented, and able to take initiative. This role will report into the FP&A Director of CBS News. Create financial models and perform complex scenario analysis for projects that span multiple business units including News Broadcasts, Newsgathering & Operations Work with the FP&A Director to manage capital expenditure requests, cloud computing costs and news archive financials Assist in monthly close process including preparation of journal entries, accruals and variance analysis Identify trends in financial performance and provide recommendations for improvement Collaborate with the CBS News & Operations team on the monthly forecast and assist in development and preparation of the annual budget and long‑range financial plan Prepare monthly budget performance reports for CBS News departments and broadcasts Update and provide trend analysis for overtime & operations dashboard. Work with business units to manage overtime and reduce cost to CBS News Assist FP&A leaders to prepare presentations and other key materials for the CBS News leadership team Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required with a focus in Finance, Analytics or Economics 2+ years of experience in financial planning, analysis, and financial modeling; experience in investment banking, consulting, or corporate development is preferred Additional Qualifications Exceptional Excel, PowerPoint and financial modeling skills Strong understanding of corporate finance concepts and accounting principles Proactive, motivated person with multi‑tasking abilities to manage competing priorities and capable of discerning when issues need to be escalated Strong verbal and written communication skills Excellent attention to detail with well developed problem solving and critical thinking ability Ability to work in a team environment while working individually on multiple tasks Working knowledge of Oracle ERP system Benefits Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages 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 Explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-paramount Salary Range $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 (geographically variable) Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full‑time Job function Finance and Sales Industries Entertainment EEO Statement Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. Paramount is 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. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation by calling 212.846.5500 or sending an email to paramountaccommodations@paramount.com. #J-18808-Ljbffr