Staff Accountant

Be Part of What’s Next

Join a team that helps power some of the world’s most iconic media brands. As a Staff Accountant at Hearst Magazines, you’ll play an important role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial operations while contributing to a collaborative, fast-paced environment where your work has a meaningful impact across the business.

About Hearst Magazines (Why Us?)

We create media that moves minds, products and ideas. Our portfolio of 30 iconic brands — including Cosmopolitan, Delish, Esquire, Good Housekeeping, Men’s Health and Road & Track — reaches nearly 130 million people each month. Our teams combine trusted journalism and cultural storytelling with technology, data and commerce to create experiences that inform, inspire and entertain audiences across generations and around the globe. And together, we are shaping what’s next.

Key Responsibilities (What You Are Doing)

• Prepare journal entries and assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies to ensure financial accuracy.
• Support the preparation of financial reports and maintain accurate accounting records.
• Assist with account analyses, balance sheet reconciliations, and variance reporting.
• Collaborate with internal business partners across Hearst Magazines’ brands to support day-to-day financial operations.
• Help maintain compliance with accounting policies, internal controls, and company procedures.
• Support internal and external audit requests by preparing schedules and required documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and contribute to operational efficiencies.

Qualifications (What We’re Looking For)

• No prior experience required; internships, co-op experience, or equivalent experience in accounting, finance, or a related field are welcome.
• Foundational knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP or financial systems is a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Collaborative mindset with a willingness to learn and contribute across teams.
• Hybrid role based in Charlotte, NC, with an expectation of working in the office four days per week.

Benefits (What We Offer)

• Work with the Best: Collaborate with top-tier professionals across media, advertising, tech, fashion, lifestyle and publishing, shaping the future of these dynamic industries.
• Grow Your Skills: Unlock your potential with access to innovative training programs, immersive workshops and exclusive industry events.
• Work-Life Harmony: Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work, empowering you to balance professional success with personal priorities.
• Foster Connection & Belonging: Join our Employee Resource Groups and help create a welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered.
• Wellness First: Prioritize your well-being with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance from Day 1.
• Plan for Your Financial Future: Enjoy competitive financial benefits, including a 401(k) plan with a generous company match.