About NewsBreak
Founded in 2015, NewsBreak is the Content Intelligence platform shaping the future content economy. With over 40 million monthly active users, our flagship platform delivers highly personalized local news and information powered by advanced AI, recommendation systems, and adtech.
Recognized by Fast Company as #32 on the Top Workplaces for Innovators, we're proud to be Great Place to Work® certified and home to a dynamic team of technologists, product innovators, and business leaders who are passionate about solving meaningful challenges at scale.
Together, we reached unicorn status in 2021, and we remain committed to continuing this high-growth trajectory with the right team to fulfill our mission: building the infrastructure layer for content intelligence.
If you’re inspired to dream big, innovate fast, and make a difference, we’d love to hear from you! For more information, visit www.newsbreak.com/about
Key Responsibilities
- Accounting Operations
- Manage and oversee all aspects of daily accounting operations, including accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), general ledger (GL), fixed assets, and payroll
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records
- Ensure timely month-end and year-end close processes
- Financial Reporting
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP to present to the CEO and other stakeholders
- Generate management reports, dashboards, and key performance indicator (KPI) summaries for leadership review
- Compliance and Audit
- Ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal tax regulations
- Coordinate audits and create audit-ready documentation
- Manage tax filings in partnership with external consultants as needed
- Process Improvements
- Identify gaps in current systems and processes; design and implement accounting and reporting improvements to optimize efficiency
- Ensure effective use of ERP and financial software platforms
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Partner with business and operations teams to ensure accurate revenue accounting and COGS tracking
- Support teams with financial data and help develop decision-making frameworks
- Assist with ad hoc/special projects, as needed
- Public accounting experience and CPA certification
- 5+ years of finance and accounting experience with solid GAAP knowledge
- Strong revenue accounting experience, with practical knowledge of ASC 606.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, or related field (or equivalent)
- Proficient in tools such as NetSuite, Gusto, Workday, Bill.com, Shareworks
- Strong quantitative abilities and advanced Excel skills
- Experienced in fast-paced work environments
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision care for you and your family
- Top-tier 401(K) plan with company matching
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Paid parental leave
- FSA and commuter benefits programs
- Team activity budget
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What We Do
NewsBreak is the leading platform for local news and information, with more than 40 million users across America. By using new technology, NewsBreak provides community-focused news and information from over 10,000 sources in a timely and accessible way. NewsBreak is bridging the gap between new technology and traditional local media, offering an innovative digital solution that allows users to get the information they need to live safer, more vibrant, and connected lives.
Based in Mountain View, California, NewsBreak connects users with local information, national publishers, and targeted advertising from local businesses, with increased traffic and revenue that helps strengthen local communities.
We are always looking for great talents. Contact us via [email protected]
Our website:
https://www.newsbreak.com/about
Creator Program:
https://www.newsbreak.com/creators
Publishing Platform:
https://mp.newsbreakapp.com
Android App Download:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.particlenews.newsbreak&hl=en
iOS App Download:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/news-break-personal-local/id1132762804?mt=8
