Temporary Reporter, CPAs

Forbes; United States; On-site; USD 34,440 - 55,104; Part time

Job summary

A prominent media organization seeks an experienced temporary reporter to assist in creating the Forbes Lists related to accounting. This role will report to the Senior Editor, Accounting. Candidates should possess strong skills in spreadsheet management, research, and the ability to handle multiple projects efficiently. A background in accounting or journalism is a plus. The position offers an hourly rate ranging from $25.00 to $40.00. Opportunity for flexibility includes potential remote work within the U.S.

Qualifications

• Experience managing multiple projects with various stakeholders.
• Strong detail orientation and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating the Forbes Lists related to accounting.
• Report to the Senior Editor in Accounting.

Skills

Spreadsheet proficiency

Database management

Research experience

Time management

Organizational skills

Outreach skills

Job description

Overview

Forbes is an iconic global media brand that has symbolized success for over a century. Fueled by journalism that informs and inspires, Forbes spotlights the doers and doings shaping industries, achieving success and making an impact on the world. Forbes connects and convenes the most influential communities ranging from billionaires, business leaders and rising entrepreneurs to creators and innovators. The Forbes brand reaches more than 140 million people monthly worldwide through its trusted journalism, signature ForbesLive events and 49 licensed local editions in 81 countries.

Responsibilities

Seeking experienced temporary reporter to assist in creating the Forbes Lists, Accounting. This role reports into the Senior Editor, Accounting.

Requirements

• Skilled in working with spreadsheets as well as database management experience
• Research experience
• Readiness to work quickly on multiple projects with multiple stakeholders
• Commitment to detail and deadlines with high-level time management and organizational skills
• Ability to handle outreach to nominated CPAs

The Ideal Candidate

• Familiarity with analytics and research methods, formulas, survey design, and statistical analysis
• Commitment to detail and deadlines
• Knowledge and experience in the accounting field a +
• Journalism experience a +

Compensation

The hourly rate for this role is $25.00 - $40.00

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This role may evolve over time. While this job description outlines the primary responsibilities, additional duties may be assigned as business needs change. Forbes aims to offer employees the flexibility they need in order to be successful. Some positions may require candidates to be based in a specific location for consideration while some roles may be fully remote (within the U.S.) if it aligns with the needs of the position. This position is only open to candidates residing in California, Colorado, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, & Washington. Due to business operations and compliance requirements, we are unable to consider applicants based outside these states at this time.

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