Regional Accounting Leader — Forecasting, Close & Analysis

Hearst Communications, Inc.; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) matching

Emotional Wellness Support

Paid Time Off

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Additional benefits

Job summary

Hearst Television’s Regional Finance team seeks a Regional Accounting Manager in Needham, MA to lead monthly close and station budgeting processes with a focus on accuracy and timelines.

You will review ledgers, coordinate with station Business Managers, and support annual forecasts, audits, and GAAP compliance. The role demands strong Excel skills and proficiency in Oracle Financials, EPBCS, and related tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Minimum of 3+ years of accounting experience.
• Working knowledge of Oracle Financials and/or Oracle Planning & Budgeting Cloud Service (EPBCS).
• Experience with SmartView/Essbase and enterprise financial systems such as Oracle or SAP.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; proficient in PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial statements and supporting schedules for multiple stations in accordance with monthly and annual close requirements.
• Post and review financial data in general ledgers and journals; prepare and review reconciliations.
• Manage monthly and annual close processes, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
• Review accounting documentation for accuracy and proper accounting treatment; prepare and approve correcting journal entries as needed.
• Prepare, maintain, and oversee subsidiary accounting records across a variety of transactions and accounts.
• Perform and review account analyses and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Partner with Station Business Managers in the preparation of station forecasts and annual budgets.
• Assist in the preparation of year-end audit schedules and respond to audit-related requests.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls, accounting policies, and GAAP standards.

Skills

Financial analysis

GAAP knowledge

Oracle Financials

EPBCS

SmartView/Essbase

Oracle/SAP

Excel

Office tools

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Oracle EPBCS

SmartView/Essbase

Oracle Financials

SAP

Job description

Hearst Television’s Regional Finance team seeks a Regional Accounting Manager in Needham, MA to lead monthly close and station budgeting processes with a focus on accuracy and timelines.

You will review ledgers, coordinate with station Business Managers, and support annual forecasts, audits, and GAAP compliance. The role demands strong Excel skills and proficiency in Oracle Financials, EPBCS, and related tools.