Manager, Accounting

Job Description

The Manager of Accounting oversees the daily operations of assigned accounting functions, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting, effective internal controls, and consistent adherence to accounting policies. This role supervises an accounting team, supports day-to-day operations and month-end close, partners across the organization on financial matters, and contributes to process improvements and strategic initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting Operations

• Lead daily accounting activities focusing on all content related accounting, operations, ancillary revenue streams, fixed assets, and monthly accruals.
• Perform monthly internal controls and maintain documentation.
• Prepare quarterly and annual audit schedules and maintain documentation.
• Monitor compliance with GAAP and accounting policies.
• Support ad hoc projects and analysis as requested.

General Ledger & Month-End Close

• ·Oversee the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close of assigned accounting functions.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Maintain and enhance internal controls and accounting policies in assigned areas.
• Identify and drive improvements in accounting systems, processes, and reporting capabilities for assigned areas.
• Partner with IT on ERP enhancements, integrations, or system implementations.

Finance Partnership

• Collaborate with FP&A on budgets, forecasts, and financial modeling.
• Coordinate with FP&A on budget-to-actual and forecast-to-actual comparisons and business insights.
• Provide data, insights, and recommendations around assigned areas to management to support business decisions.

Leadership & Development

• Supervise, mentor, and coach direct reports and staff.
• Set clear performance expectations, conduct reviews, and guide career progression.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous innovation.

Qualifications & Skills

• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership roles.
• Strong background in month-end close with exposure to financial reporting and GAAP compliance.
• Experience in corporate accounting for a mid-size or large companies preferred.
• Knowledge of internal control frameworks.
• Strong leadership, communication, and presentation skills.
• Advanced proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., Workday) and Excel.
• Ability to manage deadlines, prioritize tasks and operate in fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail, integrity, and continuous-improvement mindset.

Compensation
$95,000 - $115,000

About STARZ

STARZ (NASDAQ: STRZ) is the leading premium entertainment destination for women and underrepresented audiences, and home to some of the most popular franchises and series on television. STARZ offers a robust programming mix for discerning adult audiences, including boundary-breaking originals and an expansive lineup of blockbuster movies, and is embodied by its brand positioning “We’re All Adults Here.” Complementary to any platform or service, STARZ is available across a wide range of digital OTT platforms and multichannel video distributors and is a bundling partner of choice. STARZ is powered by an industry-leading advanced technology, data analytics and digital infrastructure and the highly rated and first-of-its-kind STARZ app.

Our Benefits

• Full Coverage – Medical, Vision, and Dental
• Annual discretionary bonus and merit increase
• Work/Life Balance – generous sick days, vacation days, holidays, and wellness days
• 401(k) company matching
• Tuition Reimbursement (up to graduate degree)

EEO Statement

Starz is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of their qualifications, consistent with applicable state and federal laws. In addition, Starz will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Starz will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and federal law.