Manager, Financial Accounting
The New York Times
Norfolk, Virginia
Full-Time
$100,000
OfficeManager
The mission of The New York Times is to seek the truth and help people understand the world. That means independent journalism is at the heart of all we do as a company. Its why we have a world-renowned newsroom that sends journalists to report on the ground from nearly 160 countries. Its why we focus deeply on how our readers will experience our journalism, from print to audio to a world-class digital and app destination. And its why our business strategy centers on making journalism so good that its worth paying for.
About the Role
As the Financial Accounting Manager, you will help oversee the accounting, internal controls and internal reporting functions for the Newsroom. You will report to the Sr. Manager of Financial Accounting and work with several departments throughout finance, accounting, and tax, and internal and external auditors.
Collaborate with others and manage staff to perform accounting tasks (including month end close and account reconciliations).
Support FP&A (decision support) activities
Set priorities and direct accounting staff
Work as a resource for the NYT finance staff and respond to inquiries promptly
Help with managing compliance activities across accounting-related functions such as accounts payable and employee T&E
Query, mine, analyze on data sets and use data analytics tools to validate and support recorded transactions.
Review and enforce corporate policies and procedures
Monitor department work to ensure efficient procedures and resource utilization
Maintain a control environment over areas of responsibility
Monitor employee performance, provide constructive feedback to staff and coach employees
Partner with several departments to gather financial and other relevant information needed for close activities and financial reporting
Ensure daily operational needs are met
Provide support to the Sr. Manager of Financial Accounting
Manage special projects as assigned
Customers and Contacts:
The New York Times financial management and accounting teams based in NY and at SSC
Corporate Internal Audit team and external auditors
Several departments and operating groups within The New York Times
Demonstrate support and understanding of ourvalue of journalistic independence and a strong commitment to our mission to seek the truth and help people understand the world.
You have a bachelor's degree in Accounting and a CPA certification
You are committed to continuing education on current and emerging GAAP/SEC issues that impact the digital media industry
You are a master of spreadsheet, presentation, analytics, database and financial applications
You have 5+ years professional accounting experience
You have knowledge of technical accounting pronouncements and standards (GAAP, FASB)
You show an understanding of complex accounting concepts and can apply professional discretion and judgment to complex accounting matters
You are proficient at interpreting and summarizing financial data in a clear and concise manner.
You make recommendations for process improvements and projects
You empower your peers and team to make an impact
You enjoy collaborating across the company, with both financial and non-financial professionals.
2 or more years experience supervising accounting staff.
Experience with Workday Financials and Adaptive Insights experience
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For roles in the U.S., dependent on your role, you may be eligible for variable pay, such as an annual bonus and restricted stock. Benefits may include medical, dental and vision benefits, Flexible Spending Accounts (F.S.A.s), a company-matching 401(k) plan, paid vacation, paid sick days, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.
For roles outside of the U.S., information on benefits will be provided during the interview process.
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