Cash Operations Expert
Paramount · Budapest
Storytelling is, and will always be, the heart of what we do at Skydance.
Our vision is to build a thriving entertainment ecosystem where stories and worlds are imagined, brought to life and experienced. We create for every age and audience, anchored by the strength of our content and experiences and the depth of our connection with fans. We are creator-first, audience-focused, tech-forward, globally scaled.
Here, you’ll work with talented teams that move fast, think boldly and collaborate with purpose to deliver results. We aim high, champion the best ideas and win together, earning the trust of our employees, creators, partners and audiences every day.
If you’re energized by the opportunity to help build the next-generation global media and entertainment company powered by creativity and technology, we’d be thrilled to welcome you aboard. LET’S GO!
About the Role
Money moves our business—and you’ll be the one keeping it aligned.
As our Cash Operations Expert, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of Cash and Cash Equivalents across Skydance (Previously Paramount). If you’re a sharp, process-minded finance professional who thrives on turning complex ledger data into seamless automation and trusted business partnerships, this is the place to make a measurable impact.
What You’ll Do
This is a high-visibility, dynamic role with a blend of core cash accounting, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous process optimization.
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Master the Ledgers: Drive the day-to-day management, standard journal entry preparation, and monthly reconciliation of all Cash and Cash Equivalent accounts.
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Connect the Dots: Serve as a trusted finance partner providing hands-on accounting support across Treasury, Procure-to-Pay (P2P), Order-to-Cash (O2C), Payroll and Production Finance teams.
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Lead Stakeholder Alignment: Facilitate monthly touchpoints with key global stakeholders to keep cash operations synchronized and transparent.
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Maintain Gold-Standard Controls: Ensure internal policies, procedures, and SOX compliance framework controls are robust, active, and audit-ready.
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Own Audit Operations: Partner directly with external auditors during annual reviews, managing information requests and technical inquiries.
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Drive Automation & Efficiency: Bring a continuous improvement mindset—modifying rules, automating cash clearing processes, and standardizing workflows as activities migrate into our Global Business Services (GBS) model.
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Mentor & Champion Projects: Guide, educate, and train junior team members while actively participating in broader finance transformation projects.
What You’ll Bring to the Team
Basic Qualifications
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Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
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Experience: 4+ years of post-qualification accounting experience across a broad range of finance functions.
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Technical Mastery: Solid grounding in US GAAP and/or IFRS, paired with a clear understanding of general accounting principles to form sound business opinions.
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Process Leadership: A proven track record of identifying inefficiencies, proposing practical solutions, and contributing significantly to process improvement projects.
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Language & Tech: Strong Business English fluency (B2/C1 level) and proficiency across MS Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, SharePoint, MS Project, Outlook).
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Work Ethic: Highly organized, proactive, and resilient—with the ability to prioritize effectively, take initiative, and deliver against tight deadlines.
Additional Mindset & Qualities
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Ownership & Analytical Mindset: Highly structured thinker who takes pride in owning tasks, leveraging problem-solving skills, and applying analytical insights to support business decisions.
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Effective Communicator: Confident presenter, open communicator, and persuasive partner who can translate big-picture vision into actionable daily plans.
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Role Model & Mentor: A mature, positive professional with a can-do attitude who fosters a culture of learning, collaboration, and DE&I advocacy.
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Risk & Control Awareness: Sharp eyes for process controls, risk mitigation, and compliance.
Why Skydance (Previously Paramount)?
You’ll be joining a creative, global media powerhouse where your analytical skills help protect and propel the business forward. We value innovative thinkers who aren't afraid to challenge current processes and build smarter ways of working.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
| Health & Wellness | Private health insurance with private clinic access and annual screening packages, plus eyewear support. | | Financial Flexibility | Monthly cafeteria plan featuring SZÉP card options, nursery support, and home loan assistance. | | Office Perks | Fresh fruit delivered weekly, cross-team social events, and a dog-friendly office—so your four-legged best friend can come to work with you! | | Growth & Culture | Company-sponsored language courses (post-probation) and exclusive pre-premiere movie screenings before official releases. |
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Contract Type: 1-year fixed-term contract (with strong potential for extension)
- Note for Internal Applicants: Moving to a fixed-term assignment does not impact your permanent contract status. You will retain employment continuity and return to your previous or equivalent role upon completion.
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Location: Budapest, Hungary (Hybrid / Office-based)
About Skydance
Skydance is a next-generation global media and entertainment company, comprised of three business segments: Studios, Direct-to-Consumer, and TV Media. Skydance's portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount, Warner Bros., HBO and HBO Max, Paramount+, Pluto TV, CBS, CNN, CBS Sports, TNT Sports, Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network, MTV, Food Network, BET, HGTV, and Comedy Central.
What We Offer:
- Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here.
- Generous paid time off.
- Complimentary subscriptions to HBO Max, Paramount+, and other Skydance streaming services and digital news products.
- Robust employee engagement opportunities, including access to exclusive screenings and events, speaker series, volunteer activities and more.
Skydance is an equal opportunity employer (EOE)
We embrace the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit. In line with the laws of the country or region in which the role is based, this includes consideration without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, religion or belief, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or protected veteran status, union status or any other category protected by applicable law.