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Senior Accountant
21st Century Fox
Chicago, IL, United States
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OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANYFox TV Stations
FOX Television Stations is one of the nation's largest owned-and-operated network broadcast groups, comprising 28 stations in 17 markets and covering over 37% of U.S. television homes. This includes seven duopolies in the top 10 markets: New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Dallas, San Francisco, Washington, D.C. and Houston; as well as duopolies in Minneapolis, Phoenix, Orlando and Charlotte.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Fox Television Stations, LLC, a division of 21st Century Fox, is seeking a dynamic individual to join its team.
The Senior Accountant will work in partnership with the Finance Directors in preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements.
This position will own the month-end close process via preparation of journal entries and coordination of intercompany activity with the corporate office and other stations.
The Senior Accountant will prepare monthly balance sheet account reconciliations, ensuring that account balances are properly supported and recorded in accordance with GAAP and company policies.
This position will be involved in the annual budget process as well as submission of tax and audit packages to the corporate office.
Will serve as backup for daily log posting. Will assist with various ad-hoc reporting requests and implementation of new policies and procedures.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance with 2-3 years of public or private corporate accounting experience required. The successful candidate must have strong analytical skills along with excellent oral and written communication skills.
The candidate must possess a strong work ethic and be able to prioritize multiple projects. Strong Microsoft Excel skills with knowledge of advanced functions is required. Knowledge of JDE or similar software is a plus. Broadcasting industry experience is a plus.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.