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Director - Accounting

AMC Networks

Silver Spring, MD | Full Time

$180k-227k (estimate)

2 Months Ago

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Silver Spring, MD | Full Time

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Director - Accounting

AMC Networks Silver Spring, MD

$180k-227k (estimate)

Full Time | Television & Broadcasting 2 Months Ago

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AMC Networks is Hiring a Director - Accounting Near Silver Spring, MD

Job Description

AMC Networks is home to many of the greatest stories and characters in TV and film and the premier destination for passionate and engaged fan communities around the world.

We create and curate celebrated series and films across distinct brands and make them available to audiences everywhere. Our portfolio includes targeted streaming services AMC , Acorn TV, Shudder, Sundance Now, ALLBLK and HIDIVE; cable networks AMC, BBC AMERICA, IFC, Sundance TV and WE tv; and film distribution labels IFC Films and RLJE Films. The company also operates AMC Studios, our in-house studio, production, and distribution operation behind acclaimed and fan-favorite originals including The Walking Dead Universe and the Anne Rice Immortal Universe, and AMC Networks International, our international programming business.

We are currently seeking a Director of Accounting to join our accounting team based in the Silver Springs, MD office.

JOB SUMMARY

The Director of Accounting role will support AMC’s SVOD offerings including AMC , AcornTV, Sundance, Allblk, Shudder, and IFC Unlimited. In addition, this role will be responsible for the Domestic and International Content Licensing sales across the AMC content portfolio. The role will report to the VP of Accounting-Streaming and manage a team of 3-4 Accounting professionals. This role will be responsible for implementing new processes, systems, and controls to keep pace with this growing business. Successful candidates will have a demonstrated ability to manage change, think broadly about innovative and scalable ways of doing business, and enjoy new opportunities. This role will work across multiple teams including Accounting and Finance, Legal, Sales, IT and Production Operations. Candidates must have an ingrained desire and curiosity to learn about the business, as it relates directly and indirectly to their responsibilities.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Drive process improvements and contribute to accounting transformation projects to achieve scalability and efficiency across processes and workflows.
Lead and manage the period-end financial close process for the SVOD business.
Ensure the timely and accurate accounting treatment of all transactions under US GAAP, including day-to-day transactions as well as complex, non-recurring transactions.
Review various period-end account reconciliations and journal entries.
Develop and foster a strong working relationship across departments to ensure full cycle understanding and communication of actual results.
Prepare and/or review various analyses to identify unusual activity and ensure transactions are properly accounted for, including balance sheet and income statement fluctuation analyses, etc.
Facilitate quarterly and annual Company SEC filings by preparing and reviewing account balance rollforwards and other quarterly and annual disclosure schedules.
Engage in activities with foreign subsidiaries and consolidate results
Ensure timely and accurate information flow between the Accounting team, external Auditors and Internal Audit. Continually assess and improve upon Internal Controls to remain relevant with the growing business.

QUALIFICATIONS (Required & Preferred)

Bachelor's degree
7-10 years of relevant work experience
Strong understanding of US GAAP and SOX required
Strong attention to detail. Ability to organize, prioritize, delegate and multi-task responsibilities both individually and for the team
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; strong writing skills
Curious and enthusiastic - not afraid to ask probing questions, challenge existing processes, and automate manual workflows
Comfortable in an evolving ecosystem of accounting issues and projects
The ability to solve complex problems with a positive, "can-do" attitude is a must
Ability to work under pressure and within tight deadlines
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with peers and business partners
Media and Entertainment industry experience preferred

The base compensation range for this position is $160,000 to $175,000 commensurate with experience. AMC Networks additionally offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Services, among other benefit plan options, subject to eligibility requirements. AMC Networks values the benefits achieved through in-office collaboration, but we provide our employees with the flexibility to work from home one day per week.

The Company is committed to policy of nondiscrimination in its employment and personnel practices. Applicants are considered for all employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, religion, alienage, citizenship, gender, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, genetic predisposition or carrier status, age, marital status, familial status, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking or sexual assault, sexual orientation, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Job Summary

JOB TYPE

Full Time

INDUSTRY

Television & Broadcasting

SALARY

$180k-227k (estimate)

POST DATE

03/25/2024

EXPIRATION DATE

05/09/2024

WEBSITE

amcnetworks.com

HEADQUARTERS

NEW YORK, NY

SIZE

3,000 - 7,500

FOUNDED

2014

TYPE

Public

CEO

JOSHUA W SAPAN

REVENUE

$1B - $3B

INDUSTRY

Television & Broadcasting

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About AMC Networks

AMC Networks is an entertainment company that owns and operates the television networks, movie theaters and independent film distribution.

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