Job Description

ABOUT US:

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

The CBS Studios, a division of ViacomCBS, is seeking a highly motivated Manager Accounting, Studios that is a self-starter and team player. Ideal candidate must be detailed oriented, organized and possess good communication skills. This position will work with other departments and divisions within the corporation. Key responsibilities will include but will not be limited to the following:

* Accurate and timely accounting and financial reporting of assigned business units and the consolidation of those results. Includes monthly, quarterly and annual preparation and presentation to management.

* Preparation of financial results and reconciliations.

* Perform financial statement variance analysis and deliver results to management.

* Assisting with quarterly internal / external audit requests.

* Reconciliation and preparation of Co-Production Statements and accruals.

* Perform controls testing to ensure compliance with Sarbanes Oxley regulations.

* Preparation of Ad-hoc reports and special projects.

* Preparation of monthly Balance Sheet and inventory schedules, including variance analysis from plan and prior month or quarter.

* Preparation of the monthly balance sheet as well as quarterly supplemental balance sheet roll forwards and other supporting schedules.

* Performing accounting and financial reporting system implementation and enhancement testing and continuously looking to identify process improvements.

* Preparation and input of journal entries necessary for month/quarter/year end accruals.

* Review and post journal entries prepared by senior level analysts

* Communicate with several divisions within CBS to ensure timely receipt of key documents required for on-time financial statement submissions

* Mentor senior level analysts on day-to-day tasks, serving as the first point of contact for inquiries

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance, with 3-5+ years of comprehensive accounting experience

* Entertainment industry experience a plus

* CPA preferred, not required

* Cognos experience a plus

* Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills

* Strong work ethic that takes ownership of assigned areas and is capable of performing a variety of time sensitive tasks

* Excellent oral and written communication skills

* Works well in a team-oriented environment

* Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint) and able to learn other software applications

* A mix of public and private industry preferred

LI-CW1JOB CATEGORY: FinanceFUNCTION: Finance/AccountingEEO Statement:

ViacomCBS is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

At ViacomCBS, 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. ViacomCBS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. 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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