Manager, Accounting

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox Corporation

Under the FOX banner, we produce and distribute content through some of the world’s leading and most valued brands, including: FOX News Media, FOX Sports, FOX Entertainment, FOX Television Stations and Tubi Media Group. We empower a diverse range of creators to imagine and develop culturally significant content, while building an organization that thrives on creative ideas, operational expertise and strategic thinking.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Accounting Manager is an integral member of the Finance team supporting the Fox One organization. This is a highly visible and challenging position, providing key budget/forecast and actuals analysis for the new Fox One streaming service. In this role, you will manage the integrity, accuracy, consistency, and completeness of the P&L for monthly and quarterly close cycles. Additionally, the Accounting Manager serves as the primary liaison between operational leads and suppliers, overseeing all purchasing and invoicing activities. The Accounting Manager also manages the complete Procure-To-Pay process, collaborating and coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure all required documentation and processes are in place. This role reports directly to the Senior Director, FP&A.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation

• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with US GAAP

• Maintain and enhance internal controls, procedures, and accounting policies

• Support preparation of quarterly and annual SEC schedules, including commitments and future amortization

• Ensure accuracy of general ledger data and consistency across financial reporting systems

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

• Assist in the preparation of monthly forecasting and annual budgeting cycles for Fox One, covering SG&A, Marketin,g and other functional areas

• Maintain and refine driver-based financial models to monitor revenue, expenses, and key performance metrics

• Analyze financial results, identify trends, and prepare variance analyses between actuals, forecasts, and budgets

• Deliver clear, insightful financial reports and presentations to management.

Principal Partner and Procure-to-Pay Process

• Manage the end-to-end Procure-to-Pay Process, including vendor management, purchase orders, and payment resolution

• Work closely with cross-functional teams to secure appropriate approvals and resolve payment issues

• Act as the main point of contact with AP and vendors, ensuring efficient onboarding and ongoing support

• Coordinate cross-functionally to secure approvals and maintain compliance with internal purchasing policies

• Ensure adherence to purchase order requirements to support accurate month-end accruals

Process Improvement & Systems

• Assist in the design and implementation of efficient processes for close and forecasting cycles

• Identify opportunities for automation, standardization and continuous improvement across accounting and finance operations

• Collaborate with system teams to enhance reporting tools and ensure data accuracy and accessibility

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• BA/BS degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or STEM field

• 7+ years of accounting or similar role experience

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including pivot tables and large data sets); familiarity with Outlook/Word/PowerPoint

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, and the aptitude to communicate with all levels of management

• Strong analytical thinking

• Strong sense of accountability, strive for excellence, have a “whatever it takes to get things done” mentality, and be results-oriented

• Understanding of accrual accounting and its implications, and has a working knowledge of GAAP

• Ability to understand the “whole picture” and reasoning behind the tasks that are performed

• Ability to work somewhat independently and be resourceful

• Ability to summarize complex data clearly and tailor messaging for diverse stakeholders

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while multitasking with attention to detail, accuracy, and excellent follow-up

NICE TO HAVE BUT NOT A DEALBREAKER

• Workday Financials and Coupa experience