Director - Financial Reporting - Fox Network Group - Beverly Hills

Job description
Director, Financial Reporting, CPA Required Fox Networks Group
Fox Networks Group is seeking a Director to manage all aspects of the FNG Financial Reporting department, including accurately reporting the financial results of the division, ensuring that all reporting deadlines are met, and the direct supervision and development of staff. This position will work closely with FNG and 21CF (21 Century Fox) finance teams to meet all deadlines, have clear communication around expectations of deliverables and continually look for opportunities to improve the financial reporting process and the usability of such data.



Responsibilities
Consolidate and report Fox Cable Networks' operating results, forecasts and budgets to 21CF. Operating results include monthly flash and boardbook (both P&L) and cash flow, along with quarterly trial balance reporting. All submissions include variance analysis and other metrics as required by 21CF. Quarterly submissions also require supplemental schedules and analysis. Requires use of Hyperion/HFM and Excel.
Prepare and consolidate Fox Networks Group (FNG) financial management reporting packages. FNG includes domestic and international cable channels along with the Fox Broadcasting Company. Includes monthly flash P&L, Cash Flow and headcount reporting, along with Forecasts and Budget packages. Prepare high level summary reconciliations, consolidation of revised full year estimates as needed and quarterly conference call reporting packages.
Prepare reporting calendars, testing and reviewing of system generated (Insight/E1/Peoplesoft) reports, working with Financial Systems and IT to revise or create new reports.
Work with Corporate Audit, external auditors and FNG business representatives to ensure FNG's completion and compliance with 21CF's SOX 404. Review all division control deficiencies and ensuring proper documentation and re-testing of those controls. Responsible for completion of assigned SOX areas, including Entity Level Assessment, Financial Reporting & Consolidations, Commitments & Contingencies, Accounts Payable and others as needed. Ensure timely completion in GRACE related to review of controls, design and testing. Coordination and receipt of quarterly certifications from operating divisions to CEO/CFO and to ensure CEO/CFO certification has been updated and is timely submitted to 21CF.
Responsible for accounting, budgeting and forecasting for related corporate type entities. Includes amortization of intangible assets, calculation and booking of minority interest among other items. Prepare periodic balance sheet reconciliations. Work with 21CF to ensure purchase/divesture accounting and accounting for FNG Joint Ventures is performed properly.
Division lead for both Internal and External audits. Assist with distribution of PBC listings, discuss potential issues with auditors as well as applicable division reps.
Distribution of weekly wire report, work with FNG divisions and Fox Treasury as needed to open/close bank accounts and answer banking related questions.

BS/BA in Accounting orFinance.
CPA required, Big 4 audit experience strongly preferred.
Must have at least 8+years of accounting experience, including GAAP financial reporting and consolidations, unless there is at least 4+ years in public accounting (audit) with experience in reporting, consolidations and managing all aspects (planning, supervision, evaluation, and implementation) of project teams.
Previous experience in financial reporting to the SEC is a plus.
Must have a firm grasp on accounting principles, both in theory and practical application, especially as it pertains to rules of consolidation, purchases/dispositions of companies, revenue recognition and internal controls.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong math and reasoning skills.
Strong Excel skills required. General experience in Office (Word, Power Point, etc).
In-depth understanding of general ledger, financial reporting and budgeting software.
Experience in EnterpriseOne, Insight and Hyperion is a plus.

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