Senior Accountant, Consolidations

Fox News Network • New York, NY

33d • $92,000 - $128,000

About The Position

As a member of the Corporate Finance department, the Consolidations Senior Accountant will play a key role in the consolidation of our divisions' financial information to be presented to senior management and published in quarterly SEC filings (10-Q/10-K). This person will be involved in the monthly and quarterly consolidation process, which will include heavy balance sheet analysis work, preparation of financial statements and footnotes, posting topside entries, maintaining detailed integrity of the financial database, along with ad-hoc reporting requests and special projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• 5 years' experience
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to work with diverse groups of people
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, work well under pressure, handle multiple projects and manage resources
• Quick learning team player that is highly motivated and energetic

Nice To Haves

• Big 4 accounting firm experience is preferred
• CPA or CPA candidate preferred

Responsibilities

• Monthly and quarterly consolidation process
• Work closely with local finance and accounting teams, as well as various corporate finance teams (FP&A, Tax, SEC Reporting, etc.)
• Analysis of various balance sheet accounts
• Analysis of various roll forward accounts
• Ad-Hoc Reports and Analysis
• Data input, processing, and output
• Support the Sarbanes-Oxley compliance efforts
• Ad-Hoc Special Projects

Benefits

• medical/dental/vision
• insurance
• a 401(k) plan
• paid time off
• other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents
• Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees