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Director Of Financial Reporting & Program Support

PBS

Arlington, VA 05-01-2024
 
  • Paid
  • Full Time
  • Senior (5-10 years) Experience
Job Description
The Director of Financial Reporting and Program Support is responsible for appropriate application of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles for PBS and PBS Foundation. The position is also responsible for private and federal grant reporting and compliance requirements. The Director of Financial Reporting and Program Support will oversee the Financial Reporting accounting team in the preparation of all financial reporting packages, including consolidated financial statements and the indirect cost rate proposal. The individual in this role will review new transactions/contracts to propose and document proper accounting treatment or review treatment proposed by staff.

Key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
• Oversee the preparation of PBS and PBSF's quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements.
• Oversee the preparation of the quarterly stand-alone financial statements of the PBSF, PBS Enterprises LLC, and PBS Digital LLC.
• Prepare and review audit schedules, answer auditors' questions, and respond to audit requests in a timely manner.
• Ensure all financial packages are up to date with latest accounting standards. Research and propose strategies to implement the standards, working with Accounting leadership and staff to ensure the financial statements are properly stated and disclosures are accurate.
• Partner with Finance team members and program staff to identify new transactions (contract/grant/donation) to determine and document proper accounting treatment for the transaction at the inception of the agreement.
• Oversee the preparation of the indirect cost proposal and annual reporting to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
• Oversee the timely and accurate reporting of federal and non-federal contracts and grants in compliance with contract/grant, federal compliance requirements, and other regulations.
• Provide strong customer service on an individual basis or through team members by responding to all accounting inquiries in an accurate and timely manner from internal and external individuals.
• Develop and foster productive working relationships between accounting team members, finance, and budgeting team members, and with program staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements for success:
• Minimum of 5 years of audit or not-for-profit industry experience with 1 -2 years serving in a managerial capacity.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting. CPA license preferred.
• Knowledge of ASU 2018-08 Contributions Made and Received, ASU 2014-09 Revenue from Contracts with Customers, and ASU 2016-14 Not-for-Profit Entities required.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge, with emphasis on non-for-profit accounting standards and grant accounting standards, with the ability to document accounting positions.
• Proven knowledge of accounting theory and practice, particularly non-profit accounting, and reporting
• Ability to prepare consolidated financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications. Microsoft D365 F&SC a plus.
• Experience with Uniform Guidance regulations and compliance
• Strong analytical skills: Attention to detail with focus on minimizing errors; ability to communicate corrections or changes in a proactive and productive manner.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills (written and verbal); ability to communicate proactively regarding project status, barriers, and possible solutions.
• Highly organized with ability to complete multiple high priority tasks within set deadlines.
• Comfortable with change, and able to react to change productively and resolve conflicts.
• Ability to accurately apply professional knowledge, skills, expertise, and judgment to achieve excellent customer service in all interactions.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well with fellow team members and build gaps in relationships between divisions.
• Ability to collaborate with other divisions and provide excellent customer service to program areas.

PBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer in accordance with the EEOC and the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gm0mpv-18-118-210-133-42 in your application.

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PBS

PBS and our member stations are America’s largest classroom, the nation’s largest stage for the arts and a trusted window to the world. In addition, PBS's educational media helps prepare children for success in school and opens up the world to them in an age-appropriate way.