Staff Accountant

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Job Description

About The Position | Major goals and objectives and location requirements

• The Staff Accountant is primarily responsible for preparing journal entries and reconciling GL accounts related to general corporate accounting including but not limited to departmental accruals and prepaids, compensation and benefits (including payroll), company travel and expense (T&E), company purchasing cards (P-Card), and other assigned accounts in accordance with US GAAP as well as internal accounting policies and procedures established by Dotdash Meredith.

• The Staff Accountant is expected to complete accurate and timely journal entries and account reconciliations, in accordance with company documentation standards and monthly close deadlines. 

• This role may also involve supporting data feeds into Oracle, assisting with internal and external audits, and collaborating cross-functionally with departments such as Accounts Payable, Treasury, Payroll, and Finance. 

• Responsibilities may evolve over time based on team needs, making adaptability, attention to detail, and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset essential for success.

Hybrid 3x a week - (Des Moines, IA)

This position follows a hybrid schedule, with in-office work required on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, and the option to work remotely up to two days per week (Mondays and Fridays).

About The Team | The Team and/or Brand

The corporate accounting team includes a mix of team members based in Des Moines, IA, and remote colleagues across the U.S., and sits within the Controllership organization. We foster a casual and inclusive work environment where individuals are encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work. Collaboration and teamwork are central to our success, and we believe in supporting one another to achieve Dotdash Meredith’s financial and accounting goals.

About The Positions Contributions:

Weight % Accountabilities, Actions and Expected Measurable Results

• 30% Create journal entries related to general company business including, but not limited to, corporate accruals and prepaids, compensation and benefits, and other misc. items

• 30% Run the process and G/L integration for company payroll, P-Card, and T&E expenses and related accruals. Review and correct errors related to each.

• 20% Review and complete month-end reconciliations for all items listed above and additional, as assigned

• 10% Partner with other departments to assist in accounting projects and answering related questions

• 10% Other duties, as assigned by manager

The Role’s Minimum Qualifications and Job Requirements:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Experience:

2-3 years of accounting experience preferred, ideally in a corporate or public accounting environment

Specific Knowledge, Skills, Certifications and Abilities:

• Strong working knowledge of Excel formulas, VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, etc.; Oracle Cloud experience preferred

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to set priorities and meet deadlines

• Professional and solutions oriented

• Self-accountable and driven towards superior effort and performance

• Works effectively as a team member in a collaborative environment

• High level of energy and the desire to work in a fast-changing, intense, but fun, working environment

% Travel Required (Approximate):

n/a

It is the policy of Dotdash Meredith to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Company will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Accommodation requests can be made by emailing ddm.hr@dotdashmdp.com.

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