U1 Regional Controller Corporate

Urban | One•Silver Spring, MD

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Radio One story began simply with a dream and one radio station. Forty years, 13 markets, and 70+ stations later, we are an urban media empire, spanning multiple media platforms. We are in your ears with Reach Media/Radio One, on your televisions with TV One, and may even be the name behind your favorite website, with our digital platform Interactive One. Information is power, and our mission here at Radio One, Inc. is simple: to be the most trusted media source in the African American community. At Radio One, we pride ourselves on hiring people who are dedicated and continue to challenge the norm, while embracing a corporate culture built on creativity and passion. We are our employees biggest fans, and it is our daily mission to attract, develop, and retain the brightest stars in the business.

Requirements

Must work Eastern (EST/EDT) time hours
Expected travel up to 30 percent of the time to the various markets, Reach Media, and Corporate
Must be results-oriented with strong, hands-on accounting and financial skills
Ability to grasp the big picture.
Personify a mid-manager role model
Expertise with Lawson, Oracle Hyperion, CounterPoint , and Wide Orbit, Infor systems a plus
Strong analytical, problem-solving solving and reasoning skills
Ability to team, collaborate, and work with various levels of staff, especially executives
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Products, particularly Excel and Word
Demonstrated supervisory skills
Knowledge of traffic systems (e.g., Wide Orbit, and other financial systems, e.g., Lawson, Oracle Hyperion, Infor
Complies with Network and Urban One s mandatory training and adheres to related course deadlines
Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and direct a team to include but not limited to:  Provide regular constructive feedback
Resolve issues/conflicts with diplomacy in a timely manner
Provide ongoing guidance and support for growth and development
Deploy effective coaching skills
Practical understanding of anti-harassment and discrimination laws
Ability to effectively administer performance reviews and corrective action plans as appropriate.
Ensure team (s) attend mandatory department and/or mandatory company training (s) as required.
Submit to a criminal background check
Legal right to work in the United States
Bachelor s degree(BA/BS) from an accredited institution in accounting or finance.
Minimum 8-10 years of relevant experience.
Prior radio broadcast experience is a must

Nice To Haves

MBA and/or CPA are welcome plus.
network revenue experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Manage accounting functions: monthly closes, financial statements preparation, commissions calculation and payroll review, accounts payable, billing, accounts receivable
Ensure timely and accurate submission of all required accounting documentation, adhering to corporate and accounting policies, for period-end close and reporting
Preparation or review of monthly journal entries, balance sheet account reconciliations, and fluctuation analyses for respective markets and entities
Prepare monthly/ quarterly and ad hoc reporting to leadership, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory and GAAP requirements
Manage operations: annual budgets, sales projections, pacing, periodic re-forecasts, strategic plans
Supervise accounting personnel and provide guidance and coaching
Oversee hiring, performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, coaching, training, development, and planning,
Ensure effective controls, policies, procedures, GAAP, SOX 404 compliance, and satisfactory audits for responsible markets
Interact with Finance Vice Presidents, Chief Operating Officers, and other executives
Lead executive and corporate liaisons and interactions
Partner with the Corporate HR Department for onboarding and employee relations
Oversee the region s Corporate interfaces on insurance coordination, fixed assets, and taxes
Ensure efficient processes through automation, ERP implementation, critical assessment, and re-design of current practices and processes
Provide support with leadership management in the implementation of transformation efforts and continuous accounting system improvements
Collaborate across departments and business partners such as IT, Engineering, SEC reporting, FP&A, and tax, as necessary
Support the Corporate Controller and senior management with special projects and strategic initiatives
Perform other duties as assigned