Financial Accountant

7 days ago

Washington DC USA, United States Foreign Policy Full time
Job Description

Foreign Policy's finance department is seeking an experienced accounting professional to join the financial accounting and reporting team. As a part of this team, you will be responsible for monthly and annual general ledger close procedures with an emphasis on revenue recognition and expense reporting across the business.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly journal entries for revenue and expense accruals, variance-to-budget analyses for income statement accounts, month-over-month variance analyses for balance sheet accounts, and general ledger account reconciliations.
  • Meeting Deadlines: Meet monthly and annual reporting deadlines, both internal and external.
  • Collaboration: Collaborate with appropriate business counterparts' teams to ensure completeness and accuracy of the data that flows to the general ledger.
  • Financial Statement Preparation: Prepare schedules and supporting data in conjunction with the issuance of annual financial statements and tax filings as requested.
  • Audit Support: Prepare data and schedules for audit requests during interim and year-end audit cycles, supporting both external and internal audits.
  • Budget and Forecasting: Prepare data and schedules in support of the annual budget and interim forecasts.
  • Process Improvement: Update and/or create documentation of processes and procedures to enhance the overall quality of journal entry preparation, account reconciliation, and financial reporting efforts.
  • Ad Hoc Analysis: Prepare ad hoc financial analyses, participate in special projects, and perform other duties as assigned.
  • Customer Service: Provide excellent customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
Requirements:
  • Education: A Degree in Accounting, CPA preferred.
  • Experience: 2+ years of general ledger accounting experience.
  • Skills: A demonstrated understanding of accounting and financial concepts, clear and concise communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written, advanced Excel skills, the ability to work effectively in a team environment, the ability to read and analyze financial reports, a love of details with demonstrated initiative in research and follow-through, and proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Software: Experience with Quickbooks (preferred).
Company Overview:

Foreign Policy (FP) is a leading global media company focused on international affairs, with a diverse subscription base and influential readership in government, business, and academia. FP has grown into a diversified multi-media company, including Events, Analytics, and Podcasts. FP Events convene top leaders and decision-makers around the world and across government, business, and civil society for critical and timely conversations on a wide range of topics, from democracy and civil rights to national security and more.

Foreign Policy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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