Manager, Accounting - TV Networks

Versant Media; Englewood Cliffs (NJ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work: 3 days in office

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k)

Paid leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

VERSANT Media in New Jersey seeks an experienced Senior Accountant to support monthly close, journal entries and reconciliations for the TV Networks organization. You will partner with finance and technical accounting, ensure SOX controls, and assist senior leadership with financial statements and reporting.

Hybrid work with office three days per week; benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• 4+ years of accounting/finance experience, preferably in entertainment.
• CPA is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review journal entries and balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Assist in the preparation and analysis of internal financial statements and reporting packages.
• Support SOX compliance and respond to auditor inquiries.

Skills

Accounting

GAAP

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Job description

Company Description

VERSANT (Nasdaq: VSNT) is an industry-changing media and entertainment business and home to trusted brands that shape culture, inform audiences, and build lasting connections. It operates across four core markets: political news and opinion, business news and personal finance, golf, and sports and genre entertainment. These markets are served through a powerful portfolio of iconic and innovative brands, including CNBC, MS NOW, USA Network, Golf Channel, Oxygen, E!, SYFY, and Versant's sports division USA Sports, along with complementary digital assets including Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow and GolfPass.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the monthly and quarterly financial close process for the TV Networks organization, ensuring accurate and timely recording of transactions in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company policies
• Prepare and review journal entries and balance sheet account reconciliations, with a focus on linear distribution, advertising, and other revenue streams Assist in the preparation and analysis of internal financial statements (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow) and reporting packages for senior leadership
• Partner with Finance and Technical Accounting teams to assess accounting impacts of new or complex business transactions
• Ensure SOX compliance through the maintenance and documentation of internal controls, and support audit processes by preparing audit schedules and responding to auditor inquiries
• Coordinate with the Senior Director to identify opportunities for process improvements and control enhancements across accounting operations
• Contribute to the implementation and ongoing enhancement of reporting systems and tools used in the controllership function
• Supervise and mentor junior staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment Collaborate with controllership team and IT on reporting system enhancements (e.g. amortization systems)
• Coordinate and communicate with various business units, including Financial Planning, Controllership, and Legal

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA preferred.
• Minimum of 4+ years Accounting and/or Finance experience, preferably in the entertainment industry
• Knowledge of general accounting practices and financial accounting standards.

Additional Information: Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. Subject to change based on Manager discussion or business need. This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other benefits and perks.

Salary range: $90,000 - 125,000 (bonus eligible)

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with a VERSANT Media employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. VERSANT Media's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [e-mail].

VERSANT Media is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. We include a good faith pay range for each position to comply with applicable state and local pay transparency laws and to promote equity across our organization. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and location and may include additional forms of compensation and benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, etc.