Michael Rapaport Email & Phone Number

New York, New York, United States

▪ Direct global financial oversight and planning & analysis for Paramount Media Networks, managing $4B in programming expenses across brands such as MTV, Comedy Central, Paramount Network, VH1, BET, CMT, TV Land, Nickelodeon, C5 and N10.▪ Initiated and implemented content reporting analytics packages for worldwide programming, enhancing visibility into financial performance.▪ Lead a 27-member global team, establishing a Global Center of Excellence, and… Show more ▪ Direct global financial oversight and planning & analysis for Paramount Media Networks, managing $4B in programming expenses across brands such as MTV, Comedy Central, Paramount Network, VH1, BET, CMT, TV Land, Nickelodeon, C5 and N10.▪ Initiated and implemented content reporting analytics packages for worldwide programming, enhancing visibility into financial performance.▪ Lead a 27-member global team, establishing a Global Center of Excellence, and implemented Standard Operating Procedures and Reports. Reduced headcount by 20%, achieving $1M+ in compensation savings.▪ Developed and implemented key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure content investment performance, contributing to strategic decisions and a $100M+ reduction in spending over a 2-year period.▪ Influence brand and corporate management towards impactful and results-oriented decision-making through effective communication and analysis.▪ Created a Finance Competency toolkit, providing essential information and tools for career development, and curated "Playlists" on LinkedIn Learning for easy access to developmental resources. Show less

New York, New York, United States

▪ Spearheaded financial planning and analysis for a $1B+ Programming Unit covering MTV, MTV2, VH1, Comedy Central, Paramount Network & LOGO, collaborating with key stakeholders including Channel Presidents, Head of Programming, EVP of Programming Strategy, and SVP of Production Management.▪ Led the financial planning cycle, executing Budget, Long Range Plan, and Estimates; delivered monthly programming financial overviews to Channel Presidents, providing strategic recommendations to the… Show more ▪ Spearheaded financial planning and analysis for a $1B+ Programming Unit covering MTV, MTV2, VH1, Comedy Central, Paramount Network & LOGO, collaborating with key stakeholders including Channel Presidents, Head of Programming, EVP of Programming Strategy, and SVP of Production Management.▪ Led the financial planning cycle, executing Budget, Long Range Plan, and Estimates; delivered monthly programming financial overviews to Channel Presidents, providing strategic recommendations to the Executive team.▪ Conducted show ROI models for the green-light process and collaborated on music-acquired programming ROIs for Viacom Programming Acquisition Group. Partnered with Viacom Media International on co-production programming deals and provided advice on accounting treatment during deal negotiations.▪ Performed ad-hoc analysis for CFO of Music Group and Channel Finance, analyzing P&L actuals and cash flows, offering detailed explanations for variances against budget, quarterly estimates, and prior year. ▪ Managed requests from general accounting regarding balance sheets, cash flows, and programming asset balances, liaising with internal and external auditors for SOX and PwC audits. Examined programming assets for potential impairment, preparing impairment reviews, Net Realizable asset valuations, and supporting genre curve analysis.▪ Oversaw all monthly close procedures, including accruals and programming amortization. Actively contributed to the development and training of staff, including Sr. Director, Director, and (2) Managers. Show less

New York, New York, United States

▪ Directed financial planning and analysis for MTV Programming, overseeing the entire financial cycle, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to optimize financial performance.▪ Collaborated with cross-functional teams to execute strategic plans, contributing to the achievement of programming goals and financial targets.▪ Provided key insights through detailed analysis, supporting decision-making processes, and enhancing overall financial performance.

New York, New York, United States

▪ Managed financial activities for MTV Programming, overseeing preparation, analysis, monitoring, and reporting of financials for programming scheduling, acquisitions, development, HQs, and non-amortized programming.▪ Played a key role in the budgeting and forecasting process, conducting thorough financial analyses to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.▪ Monitored and reported on financial performance against budgets, quarterly estimates, and prior-year figures.

New York, New York, United States

▪ Led forecasting, budgeting, and decision support modeling for MTV Ancillary Sales and MTV Films group.▪ Developed financial models crucial for decision-making processes.▪ Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align financial strategies with business objectives.