Primary Responsibilities

§         Responsible for the overall financial and administrative activities of the business unit including   2-3 direct reports. 

§         Oversee and manage the month-end/year-end accounting close/estimate, annual budget and 5 year planning processes.  Ensure the timely distribution of monthly, quarterly and annual financial and statistical reporting.

§         Develop, maintain, and analyze budgets and forecasts, preparing periodic reports that compare forecasted amounts to budget, current year actuals and prior year actual.

§         Develop and manage a series of weekly and monthly reports that summarize the Unit’s financial, statistical and operational performance.

§         Develop and manage the overall business model that includes and tracks the key business drivers of an internet media type business.

§         Prepare presentations to senior management.

§         Prepare, examine, and analyze accounting records, financial statements and other operational reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to GAAP.

§         Liaison with external and internal auditors.

§         Ensure compliance with regulations set forth by the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and administer internal controls.

§         Various ad-hoc projects as dictated by management.

§         Oversee and manage the units Entertainment’s administrative areas (human resources, facilities, real estate, etc.)

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

§         Thorough knowledge of general accounting practices, concepts, and procedures, including application of general accounting theory.

§         Thorough knowledge of the economics supporting an internet business including key business drivers/business statistics.

§         Understanding of performance management tools, business statistics/metrics, and/or performance dashboards.

§         Proven leadership and management skills.

§         Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.

§         Ability to function in a deadline-oriented environment.

§         Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

§         Ability to work and interact with all levels of management and company personnel.

§         Proficient knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

§         Knowledge of MS Access and Hyperion Planning preferred.

Education and Experience