Staff Accountant

Hearst • Charlotte, NC

11d • $58,000 - $70,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Join a team that helps power some of the world's most iconic media brands. As a Staff Accountant at Hearst Magazines, you'll play an important role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial operations while contributing to a collaborative, fast-paced environment where your work has a meaningful impact across the business.

Hearst Magazines is one of the largest publishers in the world, with 30 iconic brands that reach more than 150 million readers every month in the United States alone. But we're more than just our iconic magazines, such as Cosmopolitan, Harper's BAZAAR, Esquire, ELLE, and Popular Mechanics. We're a cutting-edge content distribution platform and proprietary data lab that's reinventing what publishing and media means in the 21st century.

Requirements

• 0+ years of experience in accounting, finance, or a related field, including internships, co-op experience, or equivalent experience.
• Foundational knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP or financial systems is a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Collaborative mindset with a willingness to learn and contribute across teams.

Nice To Haves

• experience with ERP or financial systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies to ensure financial accuracy.
• Support the preparation of financial reports and maintain accurate accounting records.
• Assist with account analyses, balance sheet reconciliations, and variance reporting.
• Collaborate with internal business partners across Hearst Magazines' brands to support day-to-day financial operations.
• Help maintain compliance with accounting policies, internal controls, and company procedures.
• Support internal and external audit requests by preparing schedules and required documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and contribute to operational efficiencies.

Benefits

• Work with the Best: Collaborate with top-tier professionals across media, advertising, tech, fashion, lifestyle, and publishing, shaping the future of these dynamic industries.
• Grow Your Skills: Unlock your potential with access to innovative training programs, immersive workshops, and exclusive industry events.
• Work-Life Harmony: Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work, empowering you to balance professional success with personal priorities.
• Foster Connection & Belonging: Join our Employee Resource Groups and help create a welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered.
• Wellness First: Prioritize your well-being with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance from Day 1.
• Plan for Your Financial Future: Enjoy competitive financial perks, including a 401(k) plan with a generous company match.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed