Summary:

MediaNews Group is looking for a GL Accountant to join our team. This position is responsible for all GL activities related to payroll, withholdings, and benefits for all assigned properties (newspapers) owned by MediaNews Group and Tribune Publishing Co.

Please Note: Although this is a remote position, candidates must reside in Colorado or Ohio.

What you will do:

For assigned properties, prepare weekly, biweekly, and monthly journal entries and supporting schedules

Prepare documentation for journal entries in the areas of payroll and benefits

Enter journal entries into Oracle

Complete reconciliations within the Oracle ARCS online reconciliation module

Research and clear reconciling items from account reconciliations in a timely manner

Field questions/inquiries from department heads, FP&A contacts, and publishers regarding financial results and perform research activities

Participate in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close cycles

What you will bring:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

1--3 years of accounting experience, including account reconciliations and financial close cycles (monthly, quarterly, annual)

Experience with multi-entity or intercompany accounting

Strong understanding of financial statements and general ledger accounting principles

Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, complex formulas, and multi-tabbed workbooks

Excellent written and verbal communication skills for collaborating across departments and with external vendors

Strong problem-solving ability with the agility to navigate less-standardized processes

Benefits and Compensation:

The salary range is $62,500 - $65,000[]{style="background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); font-family: Arial,

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