Director, Accounting – TV Networks; News, Sports and Entertainment

Company Description

VERSANT is a leading force in news, sports and entertainment - home to iconic and trusted brands that inspire, inform, and delight audiences. Our unique combination of content, technology and services enriches the cultural fabric, igniting passions, sparking conversations, and connecting people to what they love most.

As an independent, publicly traded company, VERSANT brings together powerhouse cable networks - including USA Network, CNBC, MS NOW (formerly MSNBC), Oxygen, E!, SYFY, and Golf Channel - with dynamic digital and direct-to-consumer brands such as Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, Golf Now, Golf Pass, and Sports Engine. Together, these businesses reflect our commitment to delivering exceptional experiences across every screen and service.

VERSANT is an industry-changing media company fueled by innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit. With a strong foundation and a forward-looking vision, VERSANT empowers creativity, embraces change, and drives connection in an ever-evolving world.

We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Director, Accounting -- TV Networks HQ Central to lead critical accounting operations supporting the TV Networks businesses orting to the Controller, TV Networks, this role will help to oversee the accounting and reporting of the Central Services Agreement (CSA) between Versant and NBCUniversal and serve as the key accounting partner to the Content Distribution business.

The Director will lead centralization efforts across the TV Networks Controllership organization, driving process improvements, ERP transformation and help to build the accounting foundation of a newly independent public company. The ideal candidate thrives in environments of change, enjoys building structure within evolving organizations, and brings a combination of strong technical accounting expertise, operational leadership, and process improvement experience.

TV Networks is home to Versant's portfolio of leading news, sports, and entertainment brands, including CNBC, MSNBC, E!, Oxygen, SYFY, and Golf Channel . The Central Accounting team supports these iconic brands by providing financial stewardship and delivering accounting operational excellence.

• Manage the accounting and governance of the Central Services Agreement (CSA) between Versant and NBCUniversal, including shared services supporting advertising sales, TV content distribution, and other transition service arrangements.
• Lead accounting for the Content Distribution business, including journal entries, reconciliations, variance analysis, subscriber audits and financial reporting.
• Manage month-end close activities, balance sheet integrity, reconciliations, and reporting for the Central Accounting team.
• Oversee accounting for cross-brand transactions and strategic initiatives.

• Partner with Technical Accounting, Corporate Accounting, Business Unit Controllership, Treasury, Legal, Accounting Operations, FP&A, Tax, Technology, Internal Audit, and external auditors to support business initiatives and resolve complex accounting matters.
• Lead accounting process improvements, standardization, documentation, and ERP implementation initiatives to build scalable processes and strengthen internal controls.
• Identify accounting issues, implement sustainable solutions, and improve processes through automation, standardization, and strong governance.
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP, SOX requirements, and company accounting policies.

Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to process documentation, with the ability to establish scalable, well-controlled accounting processes and maintain high standards of accuracy and accountability

This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. Subject to change based on business need. This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks.

$135,000 - $160,000 (bonus and long-term incentive eligible)

This is a rare opportunity to help build the accounting foundation of a newly independent media company. As a key member of the TV Networks Controllership organization, you'll oversee key material areas of Versant's businesses while driving accounting transformation, ERP implementation, and process modernization.

This role is based at Versant's CNBC headquarters in Englewood Cliffs, NJ , and offers the opportunity to work alongside senior Finance and business leaders in a highly collaborative environment.

The office is easily accessible from New York City, Westchester County, New Jersey , with a complimentary daily shuttle from Manhattan.

As part of our selection process, external…