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Staff Accountant
ID 3772 Position Type Regular Full-Time Location : Location US-CA-Camarillo
Overview
Salem Media is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Staff Accountant to support key accounting and financial reporting functions across the organization. This role will be responsible for cash posting, reconciliations, month-end close activities, financial reporting support, and tracking programmatic revenue performance.
The ideal candidate will bring strong accounting fundamentals, analytical thinking, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with operational leadership while contributing to the accuracy and integrity of company financial reporting.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Accounting & Financial Reporting
Prepare and post journal entries as part of the monthly close process
Assist in preparing monthly financial statements and supporting schedules
Maintain and reconcile balance sheet accounts and roll forward schedules
Support month-end and year-end closing activities, including financial analysis and reporting
Assist with quarterly and annual financial reporting requirements
Cash Posting & Revenue Tracking
Process and post cash receipts and accounts receivable transactions
Track, analyze, and report programmatic revenue activity
Perform accounts receivable analysis and reporting
Maintain deferred revenue roll forwards and related reconciliations
Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data and supporting documentation
General Ledger & Reconciliations
Analyze general ledger activity and investigate variances or discrepancies
Prepare account reconciliations and maintain supporting schedules
Assist with fixed assets, intangibles, and property tax accounting as needed
Support compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Interface with station leadership and internal departments during monthly closing processes
Collaborate with accounting team members on special projects and process improvements
Provide support for audits, reporting requests, and operational finance initiatives
Assist management with additional accounting and finance responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications
Qualifications
3–5+ years of accounting experience, including journal entries and month-end close responsibilities
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field is required
Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and financial reporting
Intermediate to advanced Excel skills required
Experience with accounting software and financial systems required
Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize effectively
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Great Plains accounting software
Knowledge of GAAP and financial statement preparation
Experience with fixed assets, deferred revenue, intangibles, and property taxes highly desirable
CPA or CPA candidate a plus
Media, broadcast, or multi-entity accounting experience a plus
Benefits
Why Join Salem Media?
Join a collaborative accounting team supporting a nationally recognized multimedia company
Gain exposure to diverse accounting functions across broadcast, digital, and media operations
Opportunity to contribute to process improvements and operational efficiencies
Work in an environment that values integrity, accountability, and professional growth
Competitive pay structure based on experience
Health, dental, vision and life insurance
401k retirement plan
Paid holidays and vacation time
EEO Statement
Come see how Salem is DIFFERENT and why we’ve been certified as a “Great Place To Work” and as a “Best and Brightest” equal opportunity employer.
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Compensation
$65k - $70k
Salary : $65,000 - $70,000