OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
FOX EntertainmentWith a legacy spanning more than 35 years, FOX Entertainment is one of the world’s most recognizable media brands and a prolific content producer across its iconic broadcast network and both owned and third-party streaming platforms. Known for its independent, innovative spirit and provocative, groundbreaking storytelling, the company was reinvented in 2019 with the formation of FOX Entertainment. While maintaining its leadership in broadcast television (9-1-1: Lone Star, The Simpsons, The Cleaning Lady, Hell’s Kitchen, LEGO Masters), the company is actively building a portfolio of businesses and library of owned original content. To date, FOX Entertainment’s long-term growth strategy has included the acquisitions of award-winning animation studio Bento Box Entertainment (Bob’s Burgers, The Great North, Krapopolis, Grimsburg), entertainment platform TMZ, and global production studio MarVista Entertainment (The Way Home, Rescuing Christmas), as well as the formation of the culinary and lifestyle content venture Studio Ramsay Global (Next Level Chef, Gordon Ramsay’s Food Stars) in partnership with Gordon Ramsay. The company also established its in-house unscripted studio FOX Alternative Entertainment (The Masked Singer, Snake Oil, I Can See Your Voice, Name That Tune), FOX Entertainment Studios (Animal Control) to develop scripted content, and worldwide content sales unit FOX Entertainment Global.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Accountant (Fox Entertainment Studios, LLC; Los Angeles, California): Manage and perform the month-end financial close and financial reporting in compliance with US GAAP; ensure accounts reconciliations are performed in a timely manner, monitor deadlines, and provide hands-on support and coaching; review monthly and quarterly journal entries and account reconciliation as part of the monthly close process for revenue, AR, deferred revenue, and other areas as assigned, ensuring there is proper supporting documentation; manage consolidation of company entities including eliminations and recording of investment in joint ventures; research applicable accounting guidance to document and conclude on proper accounting treatment of unique contracts and business transactions; understand and perform the general ledger accounting for revenue recognition and film accounting; interact effectively with financial planning and analysis, production finance, and other company departments to support timely and efficient record keeping while supporting the financial needs of the organization; support compliance with all federal, state, and local corporate, payroll, and other applicable taxes and regulations; support compliance with internal controls with a focus on continuous process improvement; and manage the coordination of audits and the gathering of required audit information.
Education Requirements: Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
Experience Requirements: Five (5) years of experience in the position offered, Financial Analyst, or related occupation.
Must have experience with the following: consolidating multiple entries; dealing with foreign currencies and accounting; month-end financial close and financial reporting; general ledger accounting; financial planning and analysis; and consolidation of company entities (eliminations and recording of investment in joint ventures).
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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.
Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $118,435.00-130,278.50 annually. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
