New York Media is seeking an accounting professional responsible for the monthly accounting and financial reporting functions for the organization. This position requires an individual who is responsible, reliable and attentive to providing accurate and timely information to various parts of the organization. A suitable candidate must possess excellent organizational skills and the ability not only to focus on, understand, and document transaction level details, but also manage the close and reporting schedule and understand the various interrelationships among the balance sheet, income statement, and statement of cash flows. In addition, a suitable candidate should possess the ability to perform financial analyses and forecasting and serve as a business partner for the operations of the organization.
Department: Finance
Reports to: CFO
Location: New York, NY
Essential Functions:
Responsible for providing effective financial controls for the organization
Responsible for organizing, directing and controlling the work of the accounting personnel in collecting, summarizing and interpreting financial data
Maintains the company's system of accounts and keeps books and records on all company transactions and assets
Preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements to meet internal and external reporting requirements
Responsible for transitioning a wholly-owned subsidiary to a new general ledger system, as well as assisting in a general ledger upgrade
Assist in the preparation of the budget and forecasts, institutes and maintains other planning and control procedures, and analyzes and reports variances.
Oversee the semi-monthly payroll function
Responsible for compliance with all federal, state, and local corporate, payroll, and other applicable taxes.
Furnish internal reports, revise and update reports to be more useful and efficient, and furnish external reports as necessary.
Coordinate and assist with external audits.
Communicate and work closely with the CFO to forecast, plan, and budget.
Assist in tracking departmental operating budgets.
Responsible for evaluating the performance of personnel in the accounting department. Recommend training requirements, and keep the staff at the level of skill necessary to meet company needs and objectives.
Requisite Requirements/Skills:
CPA or candidate for CPA preferred
Excellent knowledge of Excel; proficiency in MS Office
Well-organized and detail oriented with demonstrated effective time-management and follow-up skills.
Ability to organize and manage multiple tasks concurrently
Willingness to work in a high volume, fast paced team environment
At least four years experience as a financial professional; combination of public and private experience is a plus.
Digital Media and/or Publishing experience is highly preferred
Some knowledge of corporate taxes and regulatory reporting requirements
Ability to examine and question assumptions with professional judgment
Send cover letters and resumes to hr@nymag.com with "Controller - NYM" in the subject line. Please include salary requirements in your cover letter.
Only those candidates considered for an interview will be contacted. Please regard your resume as having been received unless your email is bounced back. No phone calls, please. EOE.
New York Media LLC - 7 months ago
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