Financial Controller

The Washington Post

Washington, DC, United States
$149,900 - $278,300 annual; bonus/equity: may be e...
Global accounting operations
Financial reporting and controls
Erp system evaluation and migration
The Financial Controller plays a critical leadership role in ensuring the integrity, transparency, and long-term sustainability of The Washington Post’s financial operations as a privately held media organization

Job Summary

  • The Financial Controller plays a critical leadership role in ensuring the integrity, transparency, and long-term sustainability of The Washington Post’s financial operations as a privately held media organization.
  • Assess, redesign, and modernize accounting processes, operating models, and organizational structure to support scale, resilience, and effectiveness.
  • The Washington Post offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits for every step of your journey, including competitive medical, dental and vision coverage, company-paid pension and 401(k) match, and 20 weeks paid parental leave.

Matching Summary

The Financial Controller plays a critical leadership role in ensuring the integrity, transparency, and long-term sustainability of The Washington Post’s financial operations as a privately held media organization.

Salary

$149,900 - $278,300 Annual; Bonus/Equity: May be eligible for bonus or incentive program; Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • global accounting operations
  • financial reporting and controls
  • ERP system evaluation and migration
  • leading accounting transformation
  • strategic financial leadership

Nice-to-have

  • integrity discretion and long-term thinking
  • reimagine how accounting work is performed
  • shaping the future of accounting operations
  • active coaching clear expectations

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
  • CPA designation
  • 5+ years of experience leading teams
  • 10+ years progressive experience in accounting
  • Experience leading ERP system evaluations and migrations
  • Experience with global accounting operations
  • Experience in media, advertising, or related industries

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