Program Accounting Manager

Job Description

Work Locations: With the exception of some select roles that have in-office requirements, A+E Networks operates on a flexible model that allows for remote, hybrid or full time in office work (in certain locales).
Office locations include New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, and Stamford, CT.
Our list of eligible states in which employees may work remotely includes: California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

Division Story
Most people don't realize the importance of the Finance department in keeping our business operating without hitches and delays. That's probably because we oversee many of the more quietly glamorous, back-office functions that drive our bottom line. We not only forecast, build and manage budgets, we also collect and analyze important data that helps leadership make the best decisions. All of this sounds exciting to you because you love numbers and spreadsheets, and especially love great entertainment.

Job Description

A+E Networks has an amazing Manager opportunity providing support in the accounting department.

MORE ABOUT WHAT YOU'LL DO:

Manager, Program Accounting:
• Prepare monthly programming journal entries; maintain and update close checklist
• Prepare GL reconciliations and rollforwards for all balance sheet accounts
• Prepare and analyze monthly programming results for all A+E linear networks and digital division, lead monthly close meetings
• Maintain subsidiary ledger details to ensure completeness and accuracy
• Monitor production spend on in-house productions
• Collect and maintain records for yearly financial audits; prepare audit footnote & disclosures
• Prepare monthly ratings report
• Provide support to tax department on yearly filings for AETN and production level entities
• Work with tax department to ensure that tax credits are received , properly recorded and reconciled
• Support finance and production departments in maintaining yearly budgets and quarterly forecasts.
• Prepare projections for 5-year and annual budget programming balances, as well as cash flow supports.
• Update program amortization policy when needed.
• Prepare ad-hoc projects to help management make informed decisions.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:
On our team, you'll have the opportunity to put all your creativity and accounting knowledge to work in a supportive environment with a likeminded people. You'll learn that all ideas are welcome on our collaborative team.

YOUR STORY:
• BA/BS Accounting Degree is required.
• 4-6 years of relevant accounting or finance work experience.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and financial analysis.
• Detailed-oriented and extremely organized.
• Must have the ability to work independently, efficiently and be able to meet deadlines under strict time constraints.
• Proficient in Excel.
• Knowledge or experience in programming development and production a plus.
• Entertainment and/or agency experience a plus.
• Strong work ethic, integrity and oral/written communication skills.

Compensation

Annual Pay Range: $90,625 - $117,243

Annual Incentive Target: 12.50%

The annual/hourly pay range displayed serves as a good faith estimate of the

minimum and maximum base pay range for this role. Compensation for the role will

be based on a number of different factors such as a candidate's qualifications, skills,

competencies, location, and experience. A+E offers a competitive total compensation

package, which includes healthcare coverage, 401k matching, and a range of other benefits. Learn more at aenetworks.com/careers.

A+E Networks proudly provides equal employment opportunity for all employees and job applicants, and makes employment decisions consistent with this principle. The company's employment actions and decisions – including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, demotion, compensation, transfer, layoff, and termination – are made without regard to an employee's race, color, religion, creed, age, national origin, ancestry, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, alienage or citizenship status, physical and/or mental disability, medical condition, family and medical leave status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
A+E Television Networks is a joint venture of the Hearts Corporation and The Walt Disney Company.
We are proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans.

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