Director of Finance & Controller

Title: Director of Finance & Controller – Hearst Newspapers

Location: New York City, NY – this is a hybrid role

Shape the Future of Media Finance

Hearst Newspapers is seeking a dynamic, strategic, and hands-on financial leader to join our team as Director of Finance & Controller. This role offers the opportunity to drive financial excellence for one of the nation's most respected media organizations, overseeing accounting operations, budgeting, and financial controls for our 24 daily and 52 weekly newspapers, including the Houston Chronicle, San Francisco Chronicle and San Antonio Express-News.

If you're a seasoned financial professional with a passion for process improvement, leadership, and media finance, this is your chance to make an impact in an evolving digital and print landscape.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and optimize accounting operations – overseeing Billing, A/R, Collections, Cash, GL, and Payroll.
• Manage centralized accounting teams for GL, Cash Application, and Collections.
• Ensure financial integrity – overseeing internal controls, audits, and compliance.
• Enhance accounting processes and provide technical accounting guidance (e.g., leases, revenue recognition).
• Oversee state and local reporting and tax compliance, including sales tax.
• Drive the monthly financial close process to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Lead capital expenditure budgeting and reporting.
• Partner with Shared Services and Business Units across the U.S. to enhance financial collaboration.
• Own budgeting, forecasting, and expense reporting for central newspaper operations.

What You Bring

• CPA required with 10+ years of financial management and accounting experience.
• Experience in digital media, publishing, or related industries preferred.
• Proven ability to lead remote teams and collaborate across multiple business units.
• Passion for streamlining processes and driving financial efficiencies.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and technical skills to foster cross-functional relationships.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of an innovative media company with a strong commitment to digital transformation.
• Work with top-tier newspapers and media brands across the country.
• Lead strategic financial initiatives that directly impact our business.
• Collaborate with industry leaders in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
• Learn more about Hearst Newspapers at www.joinhnp.com 

Our Benefits: At Hearst Newspapers we not only support our employees through personal and professional development, but we also believe in promoting each individual’s physical, financial and emotional wellbeing (and that of their family).  Our industry-leading benefits include:

• Physical Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy.
• Invest for the Future: Competitive retirement plan with matching program in most markets.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Recharge with ample time off, including holidays and vacation.
• Paid Parental Leave: Support for growing families, with paid leave for new parents.
• Monthly Child & Dependent Care Reimbursement: Financial support for the care of your loved ones.
• Emotional Wellbeing: Be your best self with our mental wellness benefits.
• LGBTQ+ & Inclusive Health Services: Inclusive healthcare designed for every individual’s unique needs.
• Fertility Coverage & Menopause Support: Helping you along every step of your family journey.
• Pet Wellness Reimbursement & Rover Credits: We care about your pets, too – helping you keep them happy and healthy.
• And more, click here for additional benefits and details.

 

If you're ready to take on a high-impact leadership role in media finance, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today and help shape the financial future of Hearst Newsp