Staff Accountant

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox TV Stations

Fox Television Stations is one of the nation’s largest owned-and-operated network broadcast groups, comprising 29 stations in 18 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 Seattle.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Fox Television Stations, LLC, a division of Fox Corporation, is seeking a dynamic individual to join its team.   The General Ledger Accountant will work in partnership with Finance management 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 General Ledger 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 have responsibility for daily log posting as well as weekly and monthly billing.  Will assist with various ad-hoc reporting requests and implementation of new policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

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 with a high degree of accuracy.  Strong Microsoft Excel skills with knowledge of advanced functions is required.  Knowledge of Workday 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.

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