Accounting Manager

This is a Full Time Job

UTA seeks a Manager, Accounting, who will be responsible for the monthly accounting general ledger close with specific ownership of Fixed Assets, Prepaid Amortizations, and ASC 842 leases.

The ideal candidate is highly motivated, detail-oriented, is a team player, and excels in a fast-paced work environment. This hybrid role is based in our Beverly Hills, CA office.

What You Will Do
• Manage the month-end close process, including but not limited to, preparing and reviewing journal entries and reconciliations
• Own end-to-end Fixed Asset accounting within NetSuite, including asset set-up, capitalization, depreciation, transfers, and disposals, and maintain accurate fixed asset subledgers and roll-forwards.
• Oversee the full lifecycle of prepaid expenses, including capitalization and monthly amortization schedules in NetSuite, ensuring accurate P&L recognition and reconciled prepaid balances.
• Lead the accounting for leases under ASC 842, including identification, classification, and ongoing accounting for operating and finance leases, and maintain ROU asset and lease liability schedules.
• Assist with annual audit and quarterly/monthly reporting requirements
• Partner closely with FP&A to ensure P&L accuracy and insight and drive continuous process improvements that enhance forecast reliability, variance analysis, and month-end close
• Manage, mentor, train and develop accounting support staff
• Prepare and review various monthly analytical reporting and fluctuation analyses
• Maintain general accounting close process documentation and support ongoing process and control improvements
• Prepare ad hoc reports and analyses, as requested
• Assist with special projects as needed

What You Will Need
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related degree, and have active CPA license.
• 6 years of relevant accounting experience, including public and private accounting
• Experience with NetSuite preferred; direct experience with fixed assets, prepaid, and lease accounting modules strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and internal controls, including ASC 842 lease accounting
• Experience building and improving accounting processes, controls and systems
• Experience with financial & enterprise systems and prior experience with general ledger entries.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to communicate with professionals at all levels
• Critical thinker and problem-solving skills, with strong attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

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