Manager of Accounting

Our client, located in Northern New Jersey, is seeking a Manager of Accounting for a long-term contract engagement. The ideal candidate will be a CPA and possess experience in the month end close and quarter end close process. Media industry a plus!

• This role is hybrid

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for key operational controllership (manager accounting) processes related to participations and residuals, including production of participant statements, ensuring timely processing of payments, establishing and reviewing reserves and management of the audit process.

Work closely with TV Networks operational finance and legal to ensure clear understanding of contractual requirements and relevant production and monetization activities.

Review monthly journal entries and account reconciliations, ensure all necessary required adjustments and true ups are reflected in the ledger accurately and timely.

Oversee that all transactions are recorded, documented, reviewed and supported in accordance with company policies, generally accepted accounting principles and SOX controls.

Manager of Accounting will serve as key member of the TV Networks controllership team in support of finance organization on issues concerning reporting and controls.

Assess control environment through review of control activities; identify and concentrate on improvement opportunities in key, high risk areas.

Participate in monthly / quarterly closing processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness in financial information.

Perform financial statement reviews for relevant accounts (i.e. Balance Sheet, Income Statement and Cash Flows) and oversee preparation and review of relevant schedules to support external disclosure.

Ensure that operational and design effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting is maintained and support Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance.

Involved in both external and internal audits for content in TV Networks.

Ensure the accurate and timely preparation and delivery of all regular and ad hoc management reports.

As Manager Accounting, mentor and develop staff using a supportive and collaborative approach : assign accountabilities; set objectives; establish priorities; and monitor and evaluate results.

Collaborate with controllership team and IT on reporting system enhancements (e.g. amortization systems).

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance equivalent and a 4+ years of relevant accountant / finance experience.

CPA required.

Knowledge of general accounting practices and financial accounting standards.

Media industry experience a plus.