Director, Accounting

This is a Full Time Job


About ASCAP

The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) is a membership association of more than one million songwriters, composers and music publishers, and represents some of the world’s most talented music creators. Founded and governed by songwriters, composers and publishers, it is the only performing rights organization in the U.S. that operates on a not-for-profit basis. ASCAP licenses a repertory of over 20 million musical works to hundreds of thousands of businesses that use music, including streaming services, cable television, radio and satellite radio and brick and mortar businesses such as retail stores, hotels, clubs, restaurants and bars. ASCAP collects the licensing fees; identifies, matches and processes trillions of performances every year; and returns nearly 90 cents of every dollar back to its members as royalties. The ASCAP blanket license offers an efficient solution for businesses to legally perform ASCAP music while respecting the right of songwriters and composers to be paid fairly. ASCAP puts music creators first, advocating for their rights and the value of music on Capitol Hill, driving innovation that moves the industry forward, building community and providing the resources and support that creators need to succeed in their careers. Learn more and stay in touch at www.ascap.com, on X and Instagram @ASCAP and on Facebook.

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Job Description:

The Director, Accounting is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of ASCAP’s General Ledger, the compliance with tax filings, planning and coordination of the annual financial audit, as well as the pension filings and reporting. The Director, Accounting is also responsible for enforcing financial policies, procedures, internal controls, and involvement in business process reengineering initiatives.

Areas of Responsibilities and Accountability:
• Approval of monthly/quarterly/annual journal entries.
• Ensure timely preparation of all monthly Balance Sheet reconciliations and timely resolution of all variances.
• Managing the financial close in the NetSuite system.
• Month and YTD variance analysis.
• Approving capital expenditure and depreciation entries. Reviewing reconciliation of capital assets between general ledger and the subledger.

Tax:
• Responsible for managing all Tax filings - Federal, State, City and Franchise.
• Preparation of the information required to support and file the tax returns.
• Ensuring compliance with all applicable tax and accounting laws and regulations.

Treasury:
• Daily cash management and managing relationship with banks.
• Overseeing month end bank reconciliations.
• Foreign currency transfers and settlement of hedges.
• Approving and releasing of wires and ACH’s.

Audit:
• Coordinating with the auditors and managing the audit request list.
• Planning and coordinating the dissemination of information to the auditors.
• Preparation of the annual financial statements to be attached to the audit report.
• Preparation of the annual financial statements for the Pension Plans.

Reporting:
• Preparation, analysis, interpreting, and reporting financial data at month end.
• Preparation of ad hoc financial reports and analysis as needed to assist in business decisions.

Qualifications and Requirements:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.
• Valid U.S. Certified Public Accountant (“CPA”) license or CPA eligible a plus.
• Eight (8) years of accounting experience. Public accounting experience a plus.
• Possesses strong leadership skills with a proven track record of effectively managing a diverse team, achieving results, and executing transformative organizational change.
• Proficient knowledge of GAAP and related financial reporting regulations and standards.
• Ability to present financial information effectively.
• Strong analytical and financial skills.
• Knowledge of automated financial and accounting reporting systems.
• Knowledge of Oracle NetSuite and report writing applications a plus.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and delegate as needed.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to work under pressure and cultivate and develop key relationships.
• Strong oral and written communication skills are required, along with the ability to influence others and interface with external contacts, internal management, and the Accounting and Finance team.
• High proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, advanced Excel formulas) with experience within financial dashboards or automation tools being a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present complex and sensitive issues.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to meet deadlines under pressure
• Proven ability to multitask, assessing and shifting priorities around as needed.
• Ability to work well both individually and on a team while sharing pertinent information, supporting colleagues, and encouraging participation.
• Interest in music and the music industry is a plus.

Compensation/Benefits:

Besides providing a unique and dynamic work environment, there are a few other reasons you should consider ASCAP in your career planning. We also offer generous benefit options that are comprehensive and provide the flexibility that most employees want and need. These health care and financial plan options include the following:
• A choice of either network-only provider medical and dental plans or more flexible medical and dental plans where you can see providers in or out-of-network
• Vision plan that offers both in and out-of-network provider options
• 401(k) Plan that offers pre-tax, Roth, and an after-tax employee contribution option which includes a company match.
• An additional employer paid discretionary profit share contribution, regardless of your participation in the 401(k) Plan
• Generous time-off policy
• 12 company holidays
• Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Short-term disability insurance/salary continuation and long-term disability insurance
• Company provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Employee gym discounts at select gyms
• Commuter benefits
• Voluntary pet health insurance
• Voluntary auto and homeowners insurance
• Voluntary employee, spouse, and dependent life insurance options
• Voluntary ID protection Coverage

Occasional travel for in-person meetings may be required.

ASCAP is an equal opportunity employer. All ASCAP employment decisions are made on the basis of individual qualifications and performance and not on the basis of race, national origin, ethnicity, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, genetic information, disability, handicap, color, creed, religion, veteran status, or any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Please be aware that ASCAP is not a nut-free or other allergen-free workplace.

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $145,000 to $170,000 and will be determined on an individualized basis depending on several factors that are unique to each candidate including geographic location (due to differences in the cost of labor), skills, education and prior relevant experience.