Vice President of Finance CBS News Stations

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Looking for an extremely dynamic, seasoned, and forward‑thinking financial executive who has significant experience in strategic transformation, team development, and relationship building, as well as robust project management and analytical skills, to oversee the financial operations of the News division! The VP of Finance is a key member of the organization, reporting to the Chief Financial Officer. This role works with multiple stakeholders, providing detailed analysis on various platforms across the organization, including Linear and Digital.

They will coordinate with the functional executive team on all costs, including labor and non‑labor, and develop a robust knowledge of the organization. The VP of Finance has direct supervisory responsibilities and will develop and provide constructive evaluations and feedback, mentor, and support their professional development.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and monthly reporting processes and ensure accuracy and predictability
• Lead the development of detailed trend analyses, long‑range business plans, revenue and expense budgets/forecasts
• Ability to collaboratively create high‑level presentations for executive management
• Work with executives to identify and evaluate strategic opportunities to grow revenue and achieve short‑ and long‑term goals
• Provide detailed variance explanations on monthly actual reporting as well as forecasts. As information becomes available, which affects short and long‑term forecasts, revise the forecasts and analyses to ensure accuracy and transparency
• Synthesize complex information into a format that is detailed, clear, and concise
• Responsible for supervision, timely execution, and robust awareness of all financial operations, including ultimate accounting, free cash flow reporting, variance analyses, and the application of revenue recognition methodologies for appropriate accounting treatments
• Work closely with members of the financial organization in team development by supporting the principles of effective teams. Develop and train new team members throughout the finance organization as appropriate.
• Identify trends/issues and problem‑solve to improve the quality of financial results
• Develop and leverage financial and business reporting systems to optimize the monthly close and financial reporting process

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, or Economics
• MBA or CPA preferred
• Minimum 15+ years in Finance;
  Media/Entertainment focus preferred
• Strong understanding of Linear Broadcast, Traffic Operations, and Digital Space

• Highly analytical, able to synthesize data and provide insightful narratives
• Strong management skills and proven track record of successfully managing teams
• Strong management, organization skills, attention to detail, and work ethic
• Results‑oriented with the ability to multitask in a very dynamic environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Advanced skills in Excel & Power Point
• Experience creating materials for executive‑level management
• Actively seeks diverse views and fosters an inclusive team environment

CBS News and Stations, brings together the power of CBS News, 28 owned television stations in 17 major U.S. markets, the CBS News Streaming Network, CBS News Streaming local platforms, local websites and , under one umbrella. CBS News and Stations is home to the nation's #1 news program 60 MINUTES, the CBS News Streaming Network, the first 24/7 digital streaming news network, the award‑winning broadcasts CBS MORNINGS, CBS SATURDAY MORNING, the CBS EVENING NEWS, CBS SUNDAY…