Associate, Sales Operations

This is a Full Time Job

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UTA is hiring a Sales Operations (SOP) Associate to manage accounting and client bookings. The role involves liaising with agents, handling booking information, and overseeing 1-2 direct reports in a fast-paced accounting environment.

• Years of Experience Required: 3+ years of accounting experience (36+ months)
• Salary: $70,000 - $80,000
• Required Experience: Accounting, finance, and working in a customer service role.
• Preferred Skills/Experience: Experience in entertainment, financial systems such as NetSuite, and handling a high volume of transactions.
• Workplace Requirements: Location not mentioned; in-office, remote, or hybrid not specified.
• Education Requirements: Required: Bachelor's degree; Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.
• Hard Skills Required: Proficiency in Excel, Outlook, understanding of GAAP, revenue recognition, financial systems, and accrual accounting.
• Soft Skills Required: Strong attention to detail, communication, organizational skills, persistence, and relationship-building.
• Benefits: Competitive benefits, tools for career growth, inclusive company culture, and well-being programs.

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Full Posting:

United Talent Agency (UTA)
SOP Associate, Finance Sales Operations
Location: Not mentioned

UTA seeks an experienced Sales Operations (SOP) Associate to join its Finance team. The SOP Associate will be assigned to a UTA department and serve as the primary accounting contact for that department. This role involves entering client bookings, overseeing financial data, and managing 1-2 direct reports.

Responsibilities:
• Meet with agents (1-2 times per month) and their assistants (weekly) to ensure accurate and complete booking data.
• Oversee 1-2 direct reports, ensuring client payments are processed correctly and comply with legal and tax requirements.
• Manage invoicing, statements, tax matters, and account inquiries for agents and clients.
• Enter and maintain client bookings, ensuring compliance with revenue recognition standards.
• Collaborate with other companies, the Cash Management team, and agents to resolve booking and payment details.
• Provide regular reporting to agents for forecasting, collections, and insights.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements within the client booking system.
• Build and maintain long-term, confidential relationships with agents and clients.
• Assist with ad hoc requests as needed.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree required (preferred in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field).
• Minimum of 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably in the entertainment industry.
• Prior experience in customer service roles is advantageous.
• Proficient in Excel and Outlook.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Knowledge of accrual accounting and fundamental accounting principles.
• Familiarity with financial systems like NetSuite is preferred.
• Ability to manage high volumes of transactions and work in a fast-paced environment.

Salary Range: $70,000 - $80,000 per year, depending on experience.

Benefits:
• Access to leadership, tools, and resources for career growth.
• Inclusive and diverse company culture.
• Competitive benefits, including programs to support employee well-being.