Staff Accountant

This is a Full Time Job

Job Summary:

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.