Temporary Senior Accounting Clerk

This is a Full Time Job

This temporary assignment is anticipated to last 3 months; subject to change depending on business needs.

Successful candidates will be more than just detail-oriented; they’ll be curious, proactive problem-solvers who take pride in accuracy and teamwork. They’ll bring a blend of technical accounting skills and a service mindset, understanding that every number they touch contributes to the wellbeing of thousands of entertainment industry professionals.

Qualified candidates, please submit your resume and cover letter for consideration.
Submissions will be reviewed; only candidates most closely matching the requirements of the assignment will be contacted.

What You Will Need:
High School Diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related-field preferred.
1-2 years’ accounting experience required.
Ability to understand and apply basic accounting principles and have a strong mathematical aptitude.
Intermediate proficiency level in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to learn quickly and follow directions precisely.
Ability to handle multiple tasks with changing priorities, communicating changes in scope and schedule, to all parties concerned, as well as adhering to reporting deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail and high standards in quality and accurate reporting.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion.
Good oral and written communication skills, and an ability to build working relationships with all levels of personnel and external stakeholders.
Excellent attendance and reliability, with the ability to work overtime/extended hours as needed.
Ability to accept direction and developmental guidance from supervisors to support professional development and growth.

What You’ll Do:
Process daily deposits, including reconciling checks received to those deposited and resolving issues promptly.
Communicate with various departments, including Premiums, Claims, and Contributions, to address and resolve check issues and other payments in a timely manner.
Coordinate Premiums and COBRA activities with Eligibility Department, ensuring controls are maintained over cash received for these payments.
Download investment manager statements and maintain and reconcile investment logs.
Prepare cash deposits for processing.
Prepare and enter journal entries to record daily deposits and daily transfers of funds.
Assist with preparation, review, and entry of journal entries into the general ledger.
Prepare and send wire transfers to the bank.
Verify, code, and enter vendor invoices into the accounting system.
Maintain accurate and organized records of all accounts payable transactions, invoices, and vendor communications.
Assist with month-end and year-end financial closes.
Prepare letters regarding Schedule C and other Form 5500-related communications.
Research, coordinate, and prepare responses to vendors and banks.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support department objectives.

MPI requires contractors to be vaccinated against Covid-19 with exceptions as required by law.