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.

As an independent, publicly traded company, VERSANT brings together powerhouse cable networks - including USA Network, CNBC, MS NOW (formerly MSNBC), Oxygen, E!, SYFY, and Golf Channel - with dynamic digital and direct-to-consumer brands such as Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. Together, these businesses reflect our commitment to delivering exceptional experiences across every screen and service.

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.

Responsibilities: 

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Oversee the controllership activities for corporate and centralized headquarters functions.
• Oversee that all transactions are recorded, documented, reviewed and supported in accordance with company policies, generally accepted accounting principles and SOX controls.
• Partner as trusted advisor to the finance organization on issues concerning reporting and controls, and assist with the formulation of financial and operational policy matters.
• Participate in monthly/quarterly closing processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness in financial information.  Lead financial statement reviews for corporate and centralized headquarters functions (i.e. Balance Sheet, Income Statement and Cash Flows), and oversee preparation and review of relevant schedules to support external disclosure.
• Review monthly journal entries and account reconciliations, ensure all necessary required adjustments and true ups are reflected in the ledger accurately and timely.
• Responsible for key controllership processes related to compensation and benefits, treasury and other headquarters, collaborating with business and technical accounting teams to assess the impacts of new transactions.
• Assess control environment through review of control activities; identify and concentrate on improvement opportunities in key, high risk areas.
• Ensure that operational and design effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting is maintained and support Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance. 
• Manage both external and internal audits for corporate accounting. 
• Ensure the accurate and timely preparation and delivery of all regular and ad hoc management reports.
• Mentor and develop staff using a supportive and collaborative approach: assign accountabilities; set objectives; establish priorities; and monitor and evaluate results 
• Collaborate with controllership team and IT on reporting system enhancements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, and a minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in financial reporting, accounting, or audit, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• CPA or CFA preferred.
• Strong knowledge of SEC regulations, U.S. GAAP, IFRS (if applicable), and SOX compliance.
• Experience working in a publicly traded company or a Big 4 accounting firm is preferred.
• Exceptional analytical, leadership, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate and influence across multiple levels of the organization.
• High attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and transparency.
• Proficiency in financial reporting software and ERP systems

Additional Information:

• Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. Subject to change based on Manager discussion or business need.
• Salary range: $160,000 - $200,000 (bonus and long-term incentive eligible)

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with a VERSANT Media employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. VERSANT Media's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].

VERSANT Media is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. We include a good faith pay range for each position to comply with applicable state and local pay transparency laws and to promote equity across our organization. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and location and may include additional forms of compensation and benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, etc.

VERSANT Media is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at VERSANT via-email, the Internet, or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from VERSANT's Talent Acquisition team will be deemed the sole property of VERSANT. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by VERSANT as a result of the referral or through other means.