Senior Manager, Corporate Accounting (Temporary)

A+E Networks • New York, NY

22d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Corporate Accounting will report to the Vice President, Corporate Accounting and lead work across royalty accounting, equity investments, revenue accounting, the SAP-to-Oracle conversion, and audit support. The role will lead the royalty expense accounting process for participations and residuals; support accounting and reporting for A+E Studios; and oversee and provide technical support for equity and joint venture accounting. It will also provide advisory support to two team members who primarily support equity and fair value investments.

The position will lead the accounting workflow for A+E Studios businesses, support a multi-year audit for the Viceland joint venture, oversee monthly close and financial reporting for Viceland and other equity and fair value investments, and assist with investment reporting, forecasts, internal projections, accounting research, and complex transaction documentation. The role will contribute to the SAP-to-Oracle conversion, especially the equity and fair value investments general ledger setup and Hearst reporting needs, and work cross-functionally to resolve accounting issues and ensure timely, accurate reporting.

This is a hybrid role based out of the New York office, with occasional in-person attendance in New York required. The company describes this as a temporary project assignment through a third-party vendor, with a maximum tenure of 18 months. The role is expected to begin around November 1, 2026. The contract weekly pay rate is $2,700.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• At least 8 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP, monthly close processes, journal entries, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and the audit process.
• Ability to manage financial statement audits, preferably involving complex or multi-year activity.
• Experience working with external auditors.
• Advanced Excel skills and comfort working with large data sets and complex financial models.
• Ability to analyze complex accounting information, identify issues, conduct research, and develop practical recommendations.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lead, coach, and collaborate effectively with team members and cross-functional partners.

Nice To Haves

• CPA certification is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of royalty accounting or similar contractual accounting obligations.
• Background in equity method accounting and related reporting.
• Familiarity with the media and entertainment industry.
• Working knowledge of SAP ECC.
• Experience using AI tools, such as ChatGPT or Shortcut AI, and automation tools is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead royalty expense accounting for participations and residuals, including preparing and reviewing journal entries, analyzing reserve balances, approving invoices, and preparing reports for senior management.
• Develop and improve royalty accounting processes, workbooks, documentation, and controls.
• Lead accounting workflows for A+E Studios businesses, including revenue, royalty expense, billing, cash receipts, and related journal entries.
• Support the multi-year Viceland joint venture audit by preparing financial statements, audit schedules, and supporting documentation.
• Oversee monthly close and financial reporting for Viceland and other equity and fair value investments, including reviewing and approving payments.
• Assist with investment reporting, financial statements, forecasts, internal projections, accounting research and analysis, and documentation of complex investment transactions.
• Participate in the SAP-to-Oracle conversion, particularly designing and testing the equity and fair value investments general ledger setup and Hearst reporting needs.
• Work with Finance, Royalties, Legal, Corporate Development & Strategy, Tax, and other groups to resolve accounting issues and ensure accurate, timely reporting.
• Provide advisory support to two team members primarily supporting equity and fair value investments.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior