Staff Accountant

This is a Full Time Job

The Staff Accountant will play a crucial role in our finance department, providing accurate financial information to management by researching and analyzing accounting data and preparing reports. This position requires a deep understanding of accounting principles, a keen eye for detail, and a strong commitment to maintaining the financial health of our studio company.

Key Responsibilities:
• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. Conduct variance analysis and provide insightful information to management about financial performance.
• Perform complex account reconciliations, including bank statements, assets, liabilities, and production, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Work with finance executives to convert financial models to GAAP ultimates, and take ownership of the ongoing accounting process, ensuring accurate forecasting and financial analysis for project lifecycles.
• Oversee the accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring timely payments to suppliers and prompt collection of accounting statements and payments from clients to achieve the company's cash projections.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts, working closely with department heads to understand and manage budget variances.
• Participate in delivering quarterly and annual financial planning and analysis in collaboration with other finance executives, while also contributing to long-term planning and forecasting initiatives for project slates.
• Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures to improve financial processes and internal controls.
• Collaborate on special projects aimed at enhancing interdepartmental communication.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience at a company whose financial statements are prepared and audited for compliance with GAAP (or at a public accounting firm), ideally in the entertainment industry.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Proficient in Netsuite and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines with accurate results and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working collaboratively across departments.