Program Accounting Manager

This is a Full Time Job

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Most people don't realize the importance of the Finance department in keeping our business operating without hitches and delays. That's probably because we oversee many of the more quietly glamorous, back-office functions that drive our bottom line. We not only forecast, build and manage budgets, we also collect and analyze important data that helps leadership make the best decisions. All of this sounds exciting to you because you love numbers and spreadsheets, and especially love great entertainment.

Job Description

THE ROLE: Manager, Program Accounting

In this role, the Manager, Program Accounting will oversee a wide range of Accounting and Finance related responsibilities that ensure the accurate reflection of programming balances and amortization expenses reported within Program Accounting across all of A+E Global Media. You will manage all financial and contractual aspects of program accounting. You will actively participate within an empowered, self-directed, and cross-functional team environment.

MORE ABOUT WHAT YOU'LL DO: Manager, Program Accounting
• Monthly Programming P&L Reports, including compiling Amortization and Commitment reports
• Preparing Variance Analysis – Month over Month and various ad hoc requests for both amortization and commitment
• Balance sheet Reconciliations - Monthly reconciliations for programming assets and liabilities
• Preparing amortization, accrual, inventory and prepaid reports
• Preparing reclass entries when necessary
• GL maintenance and updates
• Recording and reconciliating tax credits
• Assisting in budgets and forecasts
• Provide year-end audit and tax support.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related is required
• 4-6 years or more of accounting/finance work experience in a corporate setting. Experience within Advertising / Media industry is a plus.
• Deep understanding of US GAAP accounting principles and their practical application.
• Strong knowledge of Financial planning process, including Financial Modeling, Budget and Profitability analysis, Variance Analysis, and Financial Reporting.
• Prior experience in the use of financial and accounting systems
• Demonstrated skill with Microsoft Excel performing complex data analysis including Pivot Tables and Macros.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• CPA preferred but not required, other advanced degree or qualification is a plus

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
• Embodies strong work ethics and integrity.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to interact professionally with all levels of the organization; communicates clearly, accurately, and succinctly both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently and simultaneously balance multiple projects and processes.
• Strong time management skills needed and must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Detailed-oriented and strong organization, planning and project management skills; ability to prioritize tasks for self and team to meet requirements and deadlines.
• Eagerness to improve efficiency efforts and analyze complex business relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong working relationships and be inclusive of ideas.
• Works independently and functions well under pressure; consistently pays attention to accuracy and quality of work.
• Self-motivated; takes initiative to add value beyond initial requests by anticipating future questions/follow up requests and proactively identifying quality solutions.