Senior Accountant

Podcast Management Inc•New York, NY

6d•$85,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Accountant plays a key role in managing and optimizing financial processes at Audiochuck. This position is responsible for financial reporting, reconciliations, budgeting, compliance, and process improvements to ensure the company maintains strong financial health. The Senior Accountant will provide accurate and timely financial insights to support decision-making and organizational growth.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA preferred.
2+ years of accounting experience, preferably in media, entertainment, or a fast-growing organization, or prior experience in public accounting (Big 4 preferred).
Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems (NetSuite preferred).
Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial modeling.
Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
Strong independent problem-solving skills and proactive approach to process improvements.
Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.
Effective communication and collaboration skills.

Nice To Haves

CPA preferred.
prior experience in public accounting (Big 4 preferred).
NetSuite preferred.
Experience or familiarity with AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude) for data analysis, research, or process automation preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversees accounts payable, including invoice processing, vendor payments, cash flow management, and expense report reconciliation via Expensify; monitors accounts receivable and coordinates collections as needed; processes payroll accurately and on schedule, including tax withholdings, benefits deductions, and compliance with applicable wage and hour regulations; and performs reconciliations of bank accounts, credit cards, revenue streams, fixed assets, accruals, prepayments, and other transactions to maintain the accuracy of the general ledger.
Prepares and files sales tax returns across all applicable jurisdictions, manages VAT registration, reporting, and remittance requirements for international operations, and reconciles sales tax and VAT liability accounts on a recurring basis. Monitors changes in sales tax and VAT regulations, updates processes accordingly, and coordinates with external tax advisors as needed.
Assists in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports, and provides analysis of financial performance to leadership and stakeholders.
Supports external audits and tax preparation processes, and ensures compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and company policies.
Identifies opportunities to enhance financial processes and increase efficiency, collaborating with leadership and operations to implement improvements.
Prepares ad hoc financial reports and analyses as requested by leadership, supports special projects such as system implementations and process transitions, and responds to time-sensitive requests for data and insights to support business decisions.