Senior Accountant

Overview and Responsibilities

Seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to support financial operations tied to the global digital distribution of motion pictures and television series across transactional home entertainment platforms. The role focuses on digital formats such as Video on Demand (VOD) and Electronic Sell-Through (EST). The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in accounting principles, proven experience with revenue recognition under ASC 606, and the ability to interpret and apply complex contractual terms accurately.

This role involves preparing financial statements, supporting corporate reporting deliverables, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and external audit standards.

Responsibilities to include, but not limited to:

• Prepare various month-end close financial statements (profit & loss, balance sheet, etc.)
• Perform detailed reconciliations of balance sheet accounts and investigate variances
• Review and analyze digital license agreements (interpret contractual terms; establish revenue recognition criteria under ASC 606; establish billing and payment terms)
• Investigate and tackle billing discrepancies, short payments, and cash application issues
• Prepare and submit quarterly financial disclosures and supporting reports to meet corporate reporting requirements
• Support the month-end close by preparing journal entries
• Support internal and external audits with precise documentation and timely responses
• Assist with ad-hoc reporting and financial analysis

Basic qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting; CPA or equivalent certification preferred
• 4+ years of hands-on accounting experience, preferably within media, entertainment, or distribution
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and ASC 606 revenue recognition standards
• Experience with month-end close, financial reporting, and account reconciliations
• Working knowledge of ERP systems (specifically SAP and Oracle) and reporting tools
• Comfortable supporting reporting deadlines that may occasionally fall on weekends

Additional Qualifications:

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, complex formulas)
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail
• Initiative-taking mindset with a focus on identifying issues and fostering resolution
• Clear and professional communication skills
• Capable of managing multiple priorities and meeting tight deadlines in a dynamic environment

Founded in 1912, Paramount Pictures works with talented filmmakers to produce and distribute entertainment around the world. The film studio's iconic logo has opened some of the most successful and beloved films in cinematic history, including timeless classics such as The Godfather, Chinatown, Forrest Gump and Titanic; and blockbuster franchises such as Star Trek, Transformers, Mission:
Impossible and Sonic the Hedgehog. Recent, innovative, break-out films such as The Wolf of Wall Street, Arrival, Rocketman, and A Quiet Place have added to Paramount's film legacy. With a beautiful 65-acre lot in the heart of Hollywood, a worldwide network of offices and a culture of engagement, Paramount Pictures' passionate employees ensure the studio continues to deliver creativity and innovation to a dynamic industry.

Paramount Pictures controls a collection of some of the most powerful brands in filmed entertainment, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount Animation, and Paramount Players. PPC operations also include Paramount Home Entertainment, Paramount Pictures International, Paramount Licensing Inc., and Paramount Studio Group. Paramount Pictures is a subsidiary of Paramount, which connects with billions of people worldwide through its global brands including MTV, CBS, Paramount Network, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central, BET and streaming service Paramount+.

• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here:
• 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.
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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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