14 West, part of The Agora, an international consortium of media companies with offices located in the historic Mount Vernon district of Baltimore, is looking for a Senior Accountant to join its team. This individual will help support all of the centralized groups within The Agora with their accounting, reporting, and analytical needs.
Job Responsibilities
In order to succeed at 14 West, you have to have an open mind, a positive attitude and a willingness to take on any challenge. We look for people who display a willingness to explore solutions to problems without requiring hand-holding. We need someone with an understanding of general ledger accounting, a proficiency in Excel, and the utmost attention to detail. You’ll be responsible for the following:
- Overseeing the full-cycle accounting process for multiple affiliates under the Agora umbrella
- Leading the monthly, quarterly, and yearly closing processes for various affiliated entities
- Performing complex balance sheet, intercompany, and bank reconciliations
- Managing revenue and expense allocations and entries
- Overseeing invoice preparation, coding review, and ensuring compliance with company policies
- Conducting detailed financial analyses and producing high-quality financial reports
- Leading ad hoc financial, accounting, and analytical projects
- Identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy
- Supporting junior staff with mentorship and guidance
- Taking on other high-level projects and responsibilities as needed
Job Requirements
The ideal candidate will possess the following:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent training; CPA or advanced degree is a plus.
- 4-6 years of accounting experience, with a proven track record in senior or supervisory roles.
- Advanced experience with Microsoft Excel; proficiency in Outlook.
- Experience with NetSuite and Coupa preferred, but not required.
- Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information clearly.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and thrive under pressure in a dynamic work environment.
- Exceptional organizational skills with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
- A proactive attitude with a willingness to take on tasks of all sizes.
- A continuous improvement mindset, always looking for ways to enhance processes.
- Self-motivated, confident, and passionate about delivering top-tier service.
Benefits
We offer a wide variety of benefits, programs, and services to our employees, including but not limited to the following:
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance plans
- 401(k) plan with employer matching
- Generous vacation time and paid holidays
- Flexibility in the workplace
- Fitness programs and discounts
- Casual dress code
How to Apply
The Agora has a unique culture and our department offers a challenging work environment to intelligent and motivated individuals. If you think you’ve got what it takes, apply ASAP with your resume and cover letter explaining why you’re right for this position. This opportunity won’t last long.
About The Agora
The Agora, or "Agora" as it is commonly called, is often mistaken for a relatively small “publishing company” out of Baltimore, Maryland. In fact, what began as a half-dozen like-minded writers in a small city row home is now a collection of the world’s most powerful privately owned media companies. The name “Agora” was initially given by Bill Bonner to those half dozen writers in 1978. The word is a Greek term for “marketplace.” To Bill, he and his colleagues had conceived of the world’s first marketplace for ideas.
Not just any ideas - ideas that you weren't likely to get elsewhere. The world did not need any more “information.” Today the name "Agora" is synonymous with icons of the alternative press, and masters of direct marketing.
About 14 West
14 West shares not only a long history but a heritage with The Agora, “a marketplace for ideas,” and the only global network of its kind for the world’s most innovative privately owned media enterprises. Today, those enterprises rely on 14 West to find them the talent they need in copy, editorial, digital marketing and technology to remain consistently at the helm of the industry at large.With a diverse range of services and a unique breadth of experience in the media industry, 14 West holds the key to creating compelling, competitive workplaces and turning entrepreneurs and their ideas into evolutionary brands.The key is people.
People that will continue to drive those brands forward for another 40 years. People like you perhaps?
