Senior Accountant , Financial Accounting & Reporting

The Washington Post

131d • $74,000 - $111,000

About The Position

The Washington Post’s Finance Department is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join our Financial Accounting and Reporting team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the integrity of financial data that enables our leaders to make informed, strategic decisions. You will thrive here if you are adaptable to evolving business priorities, curious about the bigger picture, and eager to apply your accounting expertise to enhance processes and deliver high-quality results.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• At least 5 years of progressive experience in accounting, finance, or auditing.
• Proven expertise in general ledger operations and financial reporting.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, Power Pivot).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to prepare, present, and collaborate effectively.
• Ability to prepare and analyze complex financial statements.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills with attention to detail and follow-through.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities.

Nice To Haves

• CPA or CA designation or CPA candidate.
• Experience with Alteryx, Oracle, Hyperion Smartview, BlackLine, Salesforce, Bloomberg Tax and Accounting Leases & Fixed Assets, and SAP.

Responsibilities

• Execute general ledger accounting functions, including journal entries, month-end and year-end close activities, and preparation of accurate financial statements.
• Conduct detailed variance analyses for income statement and balance sheet accounts, identifying trends and insights for leadership.
• Interpret and apply GAAP accounting standards in collaboration with Financial Accounting management, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
• Develop and maintain clear, up-to-date process documentation for accounting procedures, outlining both task execution and business purpose.
• Identify opportunities for automation, recommend innovative process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy, and utilize tools to build automations for your areas of responsibility.
• Prepare schedules and supporting data for annual financial statements, tax and compliance filings, and audit requirements.
• Support interim and year-end audit cycles by providing timely, accurate data to internal and external auditors.
• Lead or contribute to special projects, analyses, and ad hoc reporting requests.
• Deliver excellent service to internal and external stakeholders, fostering collaborative relationships across departments.

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental and vision coverage
• Company-paid pension and 401(k) match
• Three weeks of vacation and up to three weeks of paid sick leave
• Nine paid holidays and two personal days
• 20 weeks paid parental leave for any new parent
• Robust mental health resources
• Backup care and caregiver concierge services
• Gender affirming services
• Pet insurance
• Free Post digital subscription
• Leadership and career development programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees