Senior Accountant

Full Time Job
Senior Accountant
Reports to: Controller
Direct Reports: None

MarVista Entertainment, a full-service independent studio and distribution company is looking for a Senior Accountant with solid accounting skills who will excel in a fast-paced and dynamic environment with outstanding career growth opportunities. This position is responsible for performing technical accounting research, analysis and general ledger accounting functions.

Responsibilities:

• Prepares journal entries and supporting documentation in accordance with US GAAP for each month-end close.
• Researches applicable accounting guidance to document and conclude on proper accounting treatment of unique contracts and business transactions.
• Prepares monthly balance sheet reconciliations to ensure account balances are properly recorded and supported.
• Assists with residuals reporting.
• Assists with treasury functions, including cash management, debt service, and foreign exchange transactions.
• Assists in the development and improvement of accounting processes.
• Assists with special projects and ad-hoc requests, as necessary.
• Prepares internal control documentation for areas of responsibility.

Qualifications and Skills Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 2+ years of public and/or corporate accounting experience.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint).
• Experience with ASC 605 and 606 new revenue recognition and/or ASC 926 Film accounting a plus.
• Exceptional attention to detail, flexible and dependable.
• Proactive seeker of learning and growth opportunities.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Collaborative team member who offers support to others.
• Entertainment industry experience a plus.
• Sage Intacct experience a big plus.
• Residuals experience a big plus.