Finance Manager, PBS NewsHour

Company: WETA/PBS NewsHour
Location: Arlington
Posted on: January 12, 2022

Job Description:

Description Finance Manager, PBS NewsHour Full-time, Regular Reports to: Director, Production Operations ABOUT THE ROLE In this role, you'll be integral in maintaining financial accountability for NewsHour Productions LLC, the PBS NewsHour operating budget and multiple grants incorporated into the PBS NewsHour, including any special event coverage. Monthly, you'll provide updates on the operating budget and assigned projects/grants, basic forecasts and analysis. You'll monitor the work of the Associate Production Controller, including delegating invoice processing as needed, and review data entry. You'll bring a fresh perspective that will help us improve our efficiency and compliance. YOUR FIRST 90 DAYS You'll get to know your team and the wider organization and how each group functions independently as well as part of the whole. You'll understand our processes and learn our systems. As you become more comfortable with our processes, you'll propose new ideas to create a more efficient team. WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE You are proficient in creating and processing check requests, cash advances, reclasses and accruals. You have a functional understanding of: production expenses, Concur and Great Plains, and are able to allocate appropriate project codes. You accurately track and deliver monthly updates for assigned projects and general operating budgets. You act as point of contact for vendor inquiries on payment process or assist employees on expense report issues/questions. You monitor and guide Associate Production Controller on his/her duties. WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy and organization.
• Understanding of revenue, expense, budgeting and forecasting techniques.
• Experience and understanding of an accounting software is a plus.
• Experience in grant administration and budget reporting is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field; five years' experience in cost accounting, including preparing, tracking and analyzing budgets; or equivalent combination of education/training and experience. WHAT WE OFFER
  • Comprehensive and competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
  • Generous 403(B) employer match
  • Holiday and paid leave programs
  • Tuition reimbursement Proof of full dosage of a COVID-19 vaccination is required for all positions that will be working onsite, or may reasonably or occasionally be called to work onsite. ABOUT THE PBS NEWSHOUR With roots in public service journalism beginning in 1973, the PBS NewsHour today is on a mission to bring balanced, in-depth news coverage to all. Innovative and fast-paced, life at the NewsHour is focused on collaboration, trust, and above all, enterprising important, considered news. NewsHour is unique in that the team is small and tight-knit, and must accomplish what no other daily news organization does: be the gold-standard of reporting for a nightly, hour-long broadcast, and to crucial digital platforms. You'll enjoy working at the NewsHour if you enjoy contributing to meaningful reporting, working on small teams in which your ideas are not just valued but vital, and pushing yourself to grow your skills every day. We know there are great candidates who may have skills we haven't thought about. If that's you, don't hesitate to apply and tell us about yourself. We also encourage members of traditionally underrepresented communities to apply, including people of color, LGBTQ+ people, veterans and people with disabilities. WETA is an equal employment opportunity employer. WETA does not discriminate against employees or applications on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal law. CategoryAccountants and AuditorsEducationBachelor's DegreeExperience5 to 20+ yearsJob typeFull time

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