Senior Accountant

Hearst, one of the nation’s largest diversified media, information and services companies, has an opportunity for a Senior Accountant. This role is an integral part of the Hearst Corporation's Controllership team, supporting the finance operations of a fast paced, global business. This position is located in Charlotte, North Carolina.  This role is an integral part of the Hearst Corporation’s Controllership team, supporting the finance operations of a fast paced, global business.

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Review and analyze financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).  
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records, including balance sheets and income statements.
• Work with group controllers and accountants to ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies.

Group Revenue, Income & Cash Generation Reporting

• Compile and analyze various financial reports from Hearst Operating Groups.  
• Work with group controllers and accountants to ensure compliance with corporate accounting policy and adherence with Consolidation & Corporate Reporting guidelines.  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or equivalent certification preferred.
• Proven experience (typically 4+ years) in accounting or finance roles, with progressively increasing responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and standards.
• Experience with financial reporting and consolidation processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Big 4 audit experience a plus.
• Knowledge of Oracle FCCS (consolidation software), Oracle EPBCS (Planning software) Oracle General Ledger, Smartview, Excel, macros is preferable.   
• High-integrity individual.

Hearst is one of the nation’s largest global, diversified information, services and media companies.

Hearst has been innovating for more than a century, leading with purpose, integrity and a culture of care, with a mission to inform audiences and improve lives.

The company’s diverse portfolio includes global financial services leader Fitch Group; Hearst Health, a group of medical information and services businesses; Hearst Transportation, which includes CAMP Systems International, a major provider of software-as-a-service solutions for managing maintenance of jets and helicopters; ownership in cable television networks such as A&E, HISTORY, Lifetime and ESPN; 35 television stations; 24 daily and 52 weekly newspapers; digital services businesses; and more than 200 magazines around the world.

Hearst is always moving forward, investing in healthcare solutions to improve patient outcomes and technology that curbs emissions; providing vital analysis, data and software to the global financial services industry; delivering important service and investigative journalism; and inspiring audiences with sports and entertainment programming.

With a commitment to maintaining the highest quality in its products and services, Hearst is dedicated to serving the communities it operates in, both civically and philanthropically.

Hearst is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex or gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.