Director, Accounting – TV Networks (Temp-Hybrid) – #21557

Foster McKay; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Foster McKay seeks a dynamic Director, Accounting – TV Networks HQ Central to steer central accounting for the CSA and Content Distribution. You will partner with multiple functions to ensure accurate US GAAP reporting, balance sheet governance, and strong internal controls.

This hybrid role requires about 3 days on-site weekly and a proactive, change-ready leader. You will drive process improvements, ERP transformation, and scalable accounting foundations for a transitioning public company,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA required.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting leadership in complex orgs.
• Experience with US GAAP, SOX, and external audits.
• Background in media/advertising revenue environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee CSA accounting governance and shared services for ads, distribution, and transition services.
• Lead accounting for Content Distribution including journal entries and reporting.
• Manage month-end close, balance sheet integrity, and reconciliations.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements and ERP implementations.

Skills

Leadership

CPA

US GAAP

SOX

Financial reporting

Project management

Communication

Cross-functional partner

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Close-management tooling

Job description

“Two roads diverged in a wood and I - I took the one less traveled by, and that has made all the difference.”

We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Director, Accounting – TV Networks HQ Central to lead critical accounting operations supporting the TV Networks businesses. Reporting to the Controller, TV Networks, this role will help to oversee the accounting and reporting of the Central Services Agreement (CSA and serve as the key accounting partner to the Content Distribution business.

The Director will lead centralization efforts across the TV Networks Controllership organization, driving process improvements, ERP transformation and help to build the accounting foundation of a newly independent public company. The ideal candidate thrives in environments of change, enjoys building structure within evolving organizations, and brings a combination of strong technical accounting expertise, operational leadership, and process improvement experience.

This is a hybrid role requiring 3 days onsite (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday).

What would I be doing?

• Manage the accounting and governance of the Central Services Agreement (CSA), including shared services supporting advertising sales, TV content distribution, and other transition service arrangements.


• Lead accounting for the Content Distribution business, including journal entries, reconciliations, variance analysis, subscriber audits and financial reporting.


• Manage month-end close activities, balance sheet integrity, reconciliations, and reporting for the Central Accounting team.


• Oversee accounting for cross-brand transactions and strategic initiatives.

Business Partnership & Transformation

• Partner with Technical Accounting, Corporate Accounting, Business Unit Controllership, Treasury, Legal, Accounting Operations, FP&A, Tax, Technology, Internal Audit, and external auditors to support business initiatives and resolve complex accounting matters.


• Lead accounting process improvements, standardization, documentation, and ERP implementation initiatives to build scalable processes and strengthen internal controls.


• Identify accounting issues, implement sustainable solutions, and improve processes through automation, standardization, and strong governance.


• Ensure compliance with US GAAP, SOX requirements, and company accounting policies.

What would make me qualified?

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, or a related field; CPA required


• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibility within a complex organization.


• Big Four or other similar public accounting experience and/or public company experience preferred.


• Strong technical accounting knowledge, including financial reporting, month-end close, reconciliations, balance sheet governance, and SOX.


• Experience in media, entertainment, advertising sales, content distribution, licensing, or other complex revenue environments preferred.


• Ability to interpret contracts and translate key terms into appropriate accounting treatment and reporting requirements.


• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and cross-functional stakeholders.


• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to partner effectively with Accounting, Finance, Content Distribution, Corporate and external auditors.


• Detail-oriented and highly organized, with a strong commitment to accuracy, completeness, and process discipline.


• Proactive problem-solver who can identify issues, investigate root causes, and drive practical resolutions.


• Comfortable working in a fast-paced close environment with competing priorities and evolving business needs.


• Collaborative team player with the ability to lead through influence, build relationships, and support team development.


• Strong systems aptitude, including experience with ERP systems, reporting tools, and reconciliation or close-management platforms preferred.