Hiring: Sr. Director, Accounting – TV Networks Company: Versant Media Location: Englewood Cliffs, NJ Job Posted Time: 2026-09-03 11:15:43 Employment Type: Contract / Hybrid Target Skills & Keywords : Linear About the job Experience: •12+ years of progressive accounting and controllership experience, including significant leadership responsibility within a large, complex organization. Required Skills: •VERSANT is a leading force in news, sports and entertainment - home to iconic and trusted brands that inspire, inform, and delight audiences. Our unique combination of content, technology and services enriches the cultural fabric, igniting passions, sparking conversations, and connecting people to what they love most. •VERSANT is an industry-changing media company fueled by innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit. With a strong foundation and a forward-looking vision, VERSANT empowers creativity, embraces change, and drives connection in an ever-evolving world. •The ideal candidate combines deep technical accounting expertise with operational leadership, exceptional people management skills, and the ability to lead through change in a dynamic media environment. •Lead the controllership function for the Sports and Entertainment Networks, including accounting oversight for linear distribution, advertising sales, affiliate revenues, licensing, and other revenue streams, as well as non-programming operating expenses. •Oversee all accounting activities to ensure transactions are recorded, documented, reviewed, and supported in accordance with U.S. GAAP, company accounting policies, and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements. •Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring the timely and accurate preparation of financial statements, balance sheet reconciliations, account analyses, and supporting schedules. •Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and other accounting estimates, ensuring completeness and accuracy of the general ledger. •Lead balance sheet reviews, identifying trends, risks, and unusual items and ensuring the completeness of external reporting support schedules. Qualifications: •Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. •Public accounting experience and/or experience within a publicly traded company is preferred. •Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC/public company reporting, internal controls, and SOX compliance. •Demonstrated experience leading month-end close, financial reporting, balance sheet governance, reconciliations, and accounting operations. •Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. •Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. •Excellent communication skills with the ability to partner effectively with stakeholders across Finance, Accounting, and business organizations. •Leadership Competencies •Deep technical accounting expertise balanced with operational excellence. •Demonstrated ability to build strong partnerships across Controllership, Finance, and operational business teams. Compensation: •$160,000 - $200,000 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!