Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis and 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 Financial Planning & Analysis and 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 Financial Planning & Analysis and Accounting Manager serves as the primary liaison between operational leads and suppliers, overseeing all purchasing and invoicing activities. The Financial Planning & Analysis and 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