Accountant I

Overview

This role involves supporting accurate and timely accounting transactions and reconciliations, including posting entries to the general ledger, analyzing data, managing month-end close processes, and collaborating with various teams across the organization. The position primarily focuses on accounting functions within the Agency business but may also contribute to broader accounting activities.

Responsibilities

• Meet established month-end close deadlines by preparing assigned journal entries
• Collaborate with business units to prepare and post monthly journal entries
• Assist in accounting for cash, fixed assets, prepaid expenses, and other key balance sheet and income statement accounts
• Support invoicing tasks for the advertising agency and other business units, including preparing and reviewing billing templates, reconciling pass-through expenses to billings, and compiling information for invoicing
• Lead resolution of issues on assigned accounts and reconciliations to ensure accurate reporting
• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations and fixed asset reports with journal entries
• Prepare audit schedules and work directly with external auditors
• Recommend and implement improvements to accounting controls, procedures, and policies
• Communicate effectively with all organizational levels
• Serve as backup to other Finance department roles as needed
• Demonstrate commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development and inclusive behaviors
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting (must be completed at time of hire)
• 0-2 years of experience in an accounting role
• Experience with bank and other account reconciliations
• Previous experience working remotely
• Ability to thrive in a team environment
• Proficiency with complex spreadsheets and accounting systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Public accounting experience is a plus
• CPA certification or progress toward CPA preferred
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 preferred

Physical and Work Environment

• Frequent reaching, grasping, standing, and/or sitting for long periods (up to 90% of the shift)
• Occasional lifting or moving of up to 25 pounds
• Work environment is usually moderately quiet with frequent interruptions and multiple demands

Compensation and Benefits

Competitive salaries and benefits are offered, with compensation determined based on relevant experience, qualifications, and geographic location. The employer reserves the right to modify salary ranges and benefits at any time.

Location and Work Hours

• Minimal travel expected (0-5%)
• Full-time, typically Monday through Friday, 40+ hours per week

Equal Opportunity and Accommodation

The organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Reasonable accommodations are provided in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable laws. Requests for accommodations during the hiring process or employment can be made to Human Resources.

Additional Information

Candidates should be aware of recruitment fraud scams impersonating the organization. Legitimate hiring processes do not require payment or personal information upfront.

This position is eligible for hire in select U.S. locations based on business and operational considerations.