DISH Network L.L.C (Nasdaq: DISH), is the nation's third largest pay-TV provider and the leader in digital television. As a TV entertainment provider, we are an industry pioneer and innovator known for driving technology to bring the best entertainment to millions. We believe that everything we do must begin and end with the customer experience.
DISH is an exciting place to work. We are a Fortune 200 Company with a workforce of 21,000 plus.We bring excitement and enjoyment to millions of people every day and we provide a better overall TV experience at more affordable prices than our competition.
Throughout our 30+ year history we have demonstrated our entrepreneurial spirit by achieving significant industry firsts. We were the first in our industry to offer high definition TV channels Free for Life, and we are the nation’s leader in HD programming with more than 200 national HD channels.We are the only pay-TV company to offer a true TV Everywhere solution; our Sling technology allows access to live television and DVR content from a computer or any mobile device.In addition, our recent acquisition of Blockbuster video stores only enhances our ability to provide subscribers with a richer entertainment experience at a great value.
The Accounting Manager will manage a moderate sized group of exempt professionals in the corporate accounting organization.
Assist with the creation and review of monthly reports on subscriber information used for programming decisions.
Understand programmer contracts to determine payment requirements and calculations.
Review and audit payments for programmers based upon contract terms.
Work directly with Legal and Programming Operations on contract interpretations that impact payment calculations.
Assist with ensuring payments are accurate and timely.
Assist with circulation and tracking of payments for approvals.
Assist programmers as needed with account, payment, and statement analysis.
Serve as a liaison to the IT and Accounting departments to ensure programmer reporting is accurately supported by Dish Network.
Draft and audit special report requests to IT to ensure correct subscribers are being reported and ensure that Dish Network is in compliance with the programmer contract.
Assist in preparation of financial and budgetary analysis for the programming team.
Particpate in launch meetings of new channels and understand contractual obligations of Dish Network.
Manage Programmer Contractual Funds reporting.
May compile source data used for programmer payments; maintain records, files and documentation.
Compute, calculate and record or posts statistical, numerical or financial data.
Review and determine accuracy of source data, account balances, calculations, etc; investigate and reconcile any discrepancies.
May develop queries; generate and distribute reports and work product.
Communicate with programmer and respond to inquires; take corrective actions.
May be responsible for SOX documentation including updates and support of the audits by internal and external auditors.
Support audits performed by Programmers or their designee.
Assist with ensuring that the Programming payment process is SOX compliant for accuracy and completeness.
Responsible for process improvements and implementation of new systems that result in efficiencies within the department
May supervise two to three staff members.
Bachelor Degree in a related field or 4 years of accounting experience; and 2 years of related accounting experience; or equivalent of education and experience combined.
