Senior Accountant

As a Senior Accountant at TEGNA, your primary responsibilities will include managing general ledger transactions, preparing and analyzing monthly journal entries, and handling balance sheet reconciliations. You will also be involved in expense management accounting duties and preparing various financial reports for both internal and external stakeholders. It's an opportunity to engage deeply in the month-end close process and provide superior customer service to our business units.

To qualify for the Senior Accountant role at TEGNA, you should have a Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field and ideally 1-3 years of related experience. Alternatively, an Associate's degree with equivalent experience may also be considered. Good problem-solving abilities, organizational skills, and a solid understanding of US GAAP and Sarbanes Oxley are also essential for this position.

TEGNA seeks a Senior Accountant with strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and excellent organizational capabilities. You should also possess solid interpersonal and communication skills, with an emphasis on providing exceptional customer service. Familiarity with Oracle Cloud ERP and proficiency in Microsoft Office are also valued for this position, along with a proactive attitude towards operational efficiencies.

TEGNA offers a comprehensive benefits package for Senior Accountants that includes medical plans, dental and eye care coverage, 401(k) options with company matching, virtual healthcare appointments, and generous Paid Time Off (PTO). We understand the importance of work-life balance and provide a supportive environment to help our employees thrive both personally and professionally.

The Senior Accountant position at TEGNA is a hybrid role, which means you will have the flexibility to work both remotely and on-site. This arrangement allows you to maintain a balanced work-life while contributing effectively to our teams at WTHR-TV Indianapolis.

In preparation for this question, it’s essential to highlight your previous experience with month-end close procedures. Discuss specific tasks you have performed, such as adjusting journal entries or account reconciliations, and emphasize your attention to detail and time management to meet deadlines.

When answering this question, outline your methodical approach to reconciling accounts. You may mention your use of supporting documentation, critical thinking to resolve discrepancies, and your commitment to ensuring accuracy in financial reporting. Providing a real example can strengthen your response.

Share how you keep updated with the current US GAAP standards and how you have implemented those into your previous accounting practices. Mention any training or resources you use to maintain compliance and the importance of adhering to these regulations in your work.

Discuss a specific instance where you identified an inefficiency in a financial process, such as streamlining reporting or reconciliation tasks. Explain the changes you implemented and the positive impact it had on accuracy and efficiency.

Be prepared to talk about your experience with various accounting software tools. Mention any past use of Oracle Cloud ERP, Microsoft Excel, or other relevant systems and how these tools have helped in your previous roles.

Demonstrate your ability to manage time effectively by sharing a specific example. Talk about how you assess your tasks, communicate with your team about deadlines, and ensure that critical responsibilities are completed on time.

Highlight your collaborative skills and provide examples of how you work with cross-functional teams or departments. Mention the importance of communication and working towards common goals in your accounting practices.

Discuss your approach to identifying, investigating, and resolving discrepancies in financial statements. Emphasize your detail-oriented nature and your commitment to transparency in financial reporting.

Choose a challenging project that showcases your skills and problem-solving abilities. Describe the obstacles faced, your approach to overcoming them, and the ultimate results or lessons learned from the experience.

Your answer should reflect your interest in TEGNA’s mission and how it aligns with your career goals. Discuss what excites you about the role and how your experience makes you a great fit for the team and the company's values.