Manager, Paramount+ Content Finance (2-Year Fixed Term – Maternity Cover)

Job title:

Manager, Paramount+ Content Finance (2-Year Fixed Term – Maternity Cover)

Company:

Viacom

Job description

, About the Role
We’re looking for a Manager, Paramount+ Content Finance to lead expense and cash management activities for programming and production across selected international markets within Paramount+ International.
In this essential role, you’ll support the VCNI Streaming organization, providing financial expertise, insights, and operational leadership to help drive the success of our international streaming business.
As a key member of our Content Finance Center of Excellence (COE), you’ll play a pivotal role in financial planning, analysis, and reporting — partnering closely with business and finance leaders to enable smart, data-driven decisions. This position reports to the Director, Paramount+ International Programming Finance and is part of our International Streaming Programming Finance team.
This is a fixed-term maternity cover role for two years.Key Responsibilities

• Business Partnering: Act as the primary finance partner for assigned regional VCNI Streaming Content Acquisition & Strategy teams, delivering insights and decision support.
• Financial Planning & Analysis: Lead the financial planning cycle for expenses and cash flow, including budgets, long-range plans, and forecasts in close collaboration with Finance Directors and business stakeholders.
• Data Management & Reporting: Partner with Programming teams to gather accurate data and ensure its seamless integration into financial systems.
• Portfolio Analytics: Enhance and leverage financial systems and tools to support global Paramount+ International portfolio analytics.
• Performance Measurement: Develop and maintain periodic and ad hoc content analytics reports, providing meaningful insights to guide programming strategy.
• Decision Support: Deliver monthly analytical reports to regional management and VCNI Finance, and keep real-time track of committed vs. uncommitted investments.
• Programming LRP Management: Maintain the Programming Long-Range Plan (PSUMM) to reflect the latest programming rollouts and financial updates.
• Financial Close Processes: Oversee monthly and quarterly financial close activities in collaboration with Record-to-Report (RTR) teams.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement opportunities to streamline financial workflows.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with the Paramount+ team, ensuring alignment on KPIs and financial metrics.

, About You
Required Qualifications

• Degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field
• Qualified Accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA, CA, CFA or equivalent)
• MBA or additional professional certifications preferred

Skills & Experience

• 5+ years’ experience in finance, accounting, or a related field
• Proven expertise in budgeting, financial analysis, and strategic planning
• Advanced Excel skills (including automated financial modeling)
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP or equivalent accounting standards
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent project management and organizational skills
• A proactive, continuous improvement mindset with a customer service focus
• Confidence in working with and influencing senior management stakeholders
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills
• Experience with SAP, Oracle, Longview, or Alteryx is a plus

, , Why Join Us?
At Paramount, we care about our people and offer a work experience you’ll love:

• Private health insurance with access to premium clinics and screening packages
• Monthly cafeteria package, including SZÉP card, nursery, and home loan support
• Hybrid working model with 2-3 days in the office each week
• Dog-friendly office, bring your furry friend to work!
• Weekly fresh fruit days
• Eyewear support for glasses expenses
• Exclusive pre-premiere screenings before official release dates

Expected salary

Location

Budapest

Job date

Sat, 19 Apr 2025 07:42:40 GMT

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