OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox TV Stations

FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas, or DMAs, and duopolies in 11 DMAs, including the three largest DMAs (New York, Los Angeles and Chicago). Of these stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to distributing sports, entertainment and syndicated content, our television stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer, distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX Network’s national content.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Fox Television Stations is looking for a highly motivated, detail oriented Financial Analyst to join its Financial Planning & Analysis team.  This role will support multiple stations across multiple television markets in the central region.  This individual will be involved in the preparation of reports and related analysis for monthly management reporting, quarter close, quarterly forecasts and the annual budget process, as well as various ad-hoc reporting requests and special projects.  Key skills include high attention to detail, strong communication skills, self-starter, highly organized and an analytical mindset.

Successful candidate must reside in proximity to one of the stations in the Central Region: Detroit (Southfield), MI; Chicago, IL; or, Philadelphia, PA.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly Financial Reporting, including analytical reviews of consolidated P&L and other financial reporting 

• Significant involvement in the budgeting and forecasting process

• Collaboration with the various station departments to fully understand variances and provide key information to management

• Other related duties and special projects as deemed appropriate and assigned 

REQUIREMENTS: 

• Bachelor’s degree:  Accounting or Finance preferred

• 3+ years of relevant job experience

• Excellent analytical, oral and written communication skills with a strong understanding of accounting and finance principles

• Superior attention to detail and accuracy

• Ability to manage simultaneous projects, prioritize tasks and meet stringent deadlines

• Strong work ethic and team player attitude

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel

• Knowledge of ERP and Budgeting Software is a plus

• Ability to travel when needed

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $70,000.00-100,000.00 annually. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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