Senior Staff Accountant

AMC Global Media is home to many of the greatest stories and characters in TV and film and the premier destination for passionate and engaged fan communities around the world. 

We create and curate celebrated series and films across distinct brands and make them available to audiences everywhere. Our portfolio includes targeted streaming services AMC+, Acorn TV, Shudder, Sundance Now, ALLBLK and HIDIVE; cable networks AMC, BBC AMERICA, Independent Film Company, Sundance TV and We TV; and film distribution labels Independent Film Company and RLJE Films. The company also operates AMC Studios, our in-house studio, production, and distribution operation behind acclaimed and fan-favorite originals including The Walking Dead Universe and the Anne Rice Immortal Universe, and AMC Networks International, our international programming business. 

We are currently seeking a Senior Staff Accountant to join our Accounting team based in our New York, NY offices.
 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Preparation of journal entries in conformity with established procedures. 
• Prepare and review analysis of various balance sheet and P&L accounts. 
• Review disbursements, i.e. vendor payment requests, wires and T&E’s to ensure proper coding, authorization and budgetary approval and adherence to Company policy. 
• Review of supporting legal documents, e.g. program agreements, to ensure accounting is correct. 
• Preparation of quarterly and annual financial reporting schedules. 
• Coordinate preparation of requested data for internal and external auditors. 
• Research accounting issues as requested. 
• Assist in various other accounting related projects as assigned. 
• Special projects as assigned. 
   

QUALIFICATIONS (Required & Preferred)

• Management Skills  
• Effective written and oral communication skills 
• Advanced accounting and analytical abilities 
• Effective project and time management skills 
• Ability to work well and excel under tight deadlines and periods of high volume 
• Ability to establish effective interdepartmental relations 
• Ability to establish relationships with business partners. 
• Technical/Functional Competencies  
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting 
• CPA and Masters strongly preferred 
• Minimum 2-3 years accounting experience 
• Supervisory experience preferred 
• Very strong analytical skills 
• Very strong Excel skills and possess knowledge of automated environments. 
• Ability to multitask and follow up

KEY EXPERIENCES/ACHIEVEMENTS

The base compensation for this position is $80,000 - $95,000 commensurate with experience. AMC Global Media additionally offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Services, among other benefit plan options, subject to eligibility requirements. AMC Global Media values the benefits achieved through in-office collaboration, but we provide our employees with the flexibility to work from home one day per week. 

The Company is committed to policy of nondiscrimination in its employment and personnel practices. Applicants are considered for all employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, religion, alienage, citizenship, gender, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, genetic predisposition or carrier status, age, marital status, familial status, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking or sexual assault, sexual orientation, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. 

The Company is committed to policy of nondiscrimination in its employment and personnel practices. Applicants are considered for all employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, religion, alienage, citizenship, gender, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, genetic predisposition or carrier status, age, marital status, familial status, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking or sexual assault, sexual orientation, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.