Assistant Controller

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The Assistant Controller will play a key role supporting the global accounting operations in executing month‑end close and consolidation, providing accounting and reporting support, and enhancing internal controls. In addition, we expect this individual to actively identify and lead process improvement initiatives of the accounting function across the enterprise. This role will seek to leverage automation, drive standardization, and create efficiency across all aspects of the accounting function while ensuring timely preparation of accurate financials remains a top priority.

• Global Consolidation & Close
  • Coordinate all accounting close and consolidation tasks between domestic and international business units to ensure timely, accurate reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP and Company policies.
  • Complete monthly flux and other required analyses, including review of international team submissions.
  • Review reconciliations prepared by accounting team and approve journal entries as appropriate.
• Technical & Complex Accounting
  • Review complex transactions (new contracts, acquisitions, dispositions, etc.) and provide guidance to accounting teams on the proper treatment of non‑routine transactions.
  • Ensure corporate accounting policies are updated and in compliance with relevant accounting standards.
• Process Improvement & Operational Collaboration
  • Key contributor to identifying accounting and reporting ERP needs, ensuring maintenance upgrades and improvements to IT software are executed/tested with IT department and business alignment exists between accounting, operations and IT.
  • Assess current accounting operations and offer recommendations for continuous improvement projects, including leveraging/implementation of technology and automation tools for increase efficiency and enhance quality of information.
  • Identify and lead initiatives to streamline and automate accounting processes to improve efficiency and accuracy in the record‑to‑report cycle.
  • Act as a change agent, setting and advocating for a culture of continuous improvement within the finance function.
• Audit & Compliance
  • Oversee the annual group audit process, serving as the primary point of contact for external auditors.
  • Coordinate audit deliverables from global accounting teams and ensure timely, high‑quality submissions.
  • Support statutory audits for international subsidiaries as needed.

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, 5-7+ years with direct management of the month‑end close, preferably in a global corporate setting.
• CPA, CMA, or other relevant certification.
• Prior experience with consolidations, multi‑currency reporting, and international operations.
• Strong knowledge of month‑end close in a global organization, reconciliation automation, and internal controls.
• Proficiency with ERP and consolidation systems (e.g., Oracle, One Stream, HFM).
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, including collaboration across levels.
• Ability to work cross functionally to achieve desired results.
• Deep understanding of U.S. GAAP, SOX compliance, and risk management.
• Proven success in leading process improvement and automation projects.
• Experience in the publishing or media industry is a plus…