Staff Accountant
Hearst Magazines
Charlotte, NCThis is a Full Time Job
About Hearst Magazines:
Hearst Magazines is part of Hearst, one of the nation's largest diversified media, information and services companies with more than 360 businesses. Hearst Magazines has a global audience of 200 million print readers and 400 million unique digital visitors, with 21 brands in the U.S., and close to 300 print editions and 200 websites around the world.
Hearst Magazines is looking for a Staff Accountant to join our finance team based out of Charlotte, NC. The Staff Accountant will play an important role within the Subscription Accounting Department while maintaining existing finance operations across all of the Hearst Magazines brands.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities:
• Preparation of monthly journal entries and account reconciliations
• Collect, interpret and evaluate subscription based accounting reports by various service organizations
• Partner with various financial directors across the organization to ensure all operational activities are recorded in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
• Identify and implement process improvement opportunities particularly in relation to automation
• Collaborate with management to answer applicable accounting questions
• Coordinate with internal and external audit to assist with annual audits
• Assist with the implementation of a new service organization
• Other Ad hoc projects as needed
• Protect the organization's core competencies and values by keeping information accurate and confidential
• Participating in educational opportunities to continuously develop skills and stay informed of industry trends
QUALIFICATIONS
Qualifications:
• BS Degree in Accounting (interest in obtaining CPA a plus)
• 0-3 years of relevant work experience
• Experience with and understanding of debits/credits, income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements
• Advanced Excel skills (experience with automation and Power BI a plus)
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to communicate effectively and build relationships across all levels of management
• Self-starter who is detail-oriented, deliverable focused, and well-organized
This role requires the position to be located in Charlotte, NC with an in-office presence of 3 days a week.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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Salary/Benefits
$50,000.00 - 65,000.00 per year
The base salary for this role is between $50,000 to $65,000 annually. The actual base pay offered is dependent upon many factors, such as: transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.