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Sr. Director, Accounting – TV Networks

VERSANT Media · Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey · Hybrid

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Pay$160k to $200k a year
LevelDirector · Accounting
Work modeHybrid
CPA exam supportNot mentioned
CPA licenseRequired
Experience12 years+
PostedSep 24, 2026
Found by usOct 13, 2026
Last checkedOct 13, 2026

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Oversee controllership, month end close, GAAP reporting and controls for TV networks revenue and expenses.

Licensed CPAPublic accountant moving to industry

Worth knowing: Leads ERP and finance transformation initiatives

From the posting

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, Oxygen, E!, SYFY, and Golf Channel - with dynamic digital and direct-to-consumer brands such as Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass. 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. Job Description Position Overview Versant is seeking a Senior Director, Accounting – TV Networks to lead the controllership activities across the Sports and Entertainment Networks portfolio to ensure accurate accounting, financial reporting, and internal controls over multiple revenue streams and operating expenses. Reporting to the Controller, TV Networks, this leader will oversee a TV Networks business unit controllership team and manage the work supported by the shared services accounting operations team. This role will partner cross-functionally with Corporate Controllership, Finance, Technical Accounting, Internal Audit, Legal and Technology.  This role will also be instrumental in building and optimizing the accounting foundation of a newly independent public company by driving controllership excellence, enhancing internal controls, supporting ERP and finance transformation initiatives, and developing scalable accounting processes that enable future growth. The ideal candidate combines deep technical accounting expertise with operational leadership, exceptional people management skills, and the ability to lead through change in a dynamic media environment.

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