The Weather Company Job Opportunity

January 30, 2024 By Lillie Patton

Job Title: Staff Accountant

Location: Atlanta, GA

Reports to: Controller

The Weather Company provides highly accurate weather data to consumers and businesses and is among the top 10 most trusted brands in America. The Weather Company serves an average of more than 415 million people each month through its consumer-facing digital properties, including The Weather Channel mobile app and website, Weather Underground and Storm Radar, and more than 2,000 businesses across a variety of industries through its enterprise offerings.

Job Summary:

The Staff Accountant will play a crucial role in overseeing the day-to-day financial operations of The Weather Company, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in financial reporting and accounting processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, exceptional leadership skills, and a deep understanding of financial principles within the technology industry.

Competitive Starting Compensation and Benefits: Compensation range starts at $85,000 annually. The total compensation package will include a bonus, comprehensive medical/dental/vision insurance, PTO, 401K, etc.
Flexible Work Environment: Our office is located in the Brookhaven area of Atlanta, GA. All opportunities are hybrid (2-3 days in office a week).
Growth Opportunity: We are currently in a transition period and establishing ourselves as a stand-alone company. Starting with us now means that as teams grow and success continues, the opportunity for title, compensation, and professional advancement are greater than ever.
Visibility to Leadership: Our accounting team is small which allows for more meaningful interactions and conversations with our leadership (Controller, CFO, etc). Initiative to proactively solve issues or improve processes is highly valued.
PE Backed: Joining The Weather Company also means joining the network of our PE firm, Francisco Partners.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Contribute to the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.

Provide support for month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring all transactions are properly recorded and reconciled.
Collaborate with colleagues and management to monitor the company's budget and financial forecasts. Monitor performance against budget and provide insights and recommendations.
Maintain the integrity of the general ledger, reviewing and approving journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal controls. Stay updated on changes in accounting rules and regulations.
Aid with financial audits, both internal and external. Respond to auditor inquiries and implement audit recommendations.
Ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments.

Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation in the accounting and finance functions to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Demonstrated ability to read, write, and communicate effectively to prepare and explain financial data to business leaders and managers, team members, clients, internal and external auditors, and other business contacts.
Highly developed organizational and prioritizing abilities, with prior administrative management expertise preferred.
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, function independently and accurately, and meet deadlines.
Willingness and ability to be flexible to changing needs.
Proficiency in NetSuite ERP solution