Staff Accountant

AMC Networks•New York, NY

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

AMC Global Media is home to many of the greatest stories and characters in TV and film and the premier destination for passionate and engaged fan communities around the world. We create and curate celebrated series and films across distinct brands and make them available to audiences everywhere. Our portfolio includes targeted streaming services AMC+, Acorn TV, Shudder, Sundance Now, ALLBLK and HIDIVE; cable networks AMC, BBC AMERICA, Independent Film Company, Sundance TV and We TV; and film distribution labels Independent Film Company and RLJE Films. The company also operates AMC Studios, our in-house studio, production, and distribution operation behind acclaimed and fan-favorite originals including The Walking Dead Universe and the Anne Rice Immortal Universe, and AMC Networks International, our international programming business. We are currently seeking a Staff Accountant to join our Accounting team based in our New York, NY location.

Requirements

Effective written and oral communication skills
Strong accounting and analytical abilities
Effective time management skills
Ability to work well and excel under tight deadlines and periods of high volume
Ability to establish relationships with business partners.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting
0-2 years accounting experience
Strong analytical skills
Experience with Excel
Ability to multitask and follow up
Must have strong academic credentials

Responsibilities

Preparation of journal entries in conformity with established procedures.
Prepare and review analysis of various balance sheet and P&L accounts.
Review disbursements, i.e. vendor payment requests to ensure proper coding, authorization and budgetary approval and adherence to Company policy.
Preparation of quarterly and annual financial reporting schedules.
Coordinate preparation of requested data for internal and external auditors.
Research accounting issues as requested.
Assist in various other accounting related projects as assigned.
Special projects as assigned.