Director of Accounting
United Talent Agency
Los Angeles, CAThis is a Full Time Job
DESCRIPTION:
UTA seeks a Director, Accounting who will be responsible for leading the US general ledger team through the monthly close process. You will influence GL operational strategy, develop a high-performance team, and reduce the time to close while maintaining accuracy. The ideal candidate is highly motivated to automate processes, detail-oriented, and a team player that excels in a fast-paced environment. This role is based in our Beverly Hills, CA office.
What You Will Do
• Lead and orchestrate the fast-paced US month-end close, ensuring precision and timely results that power key business decisions
• Serve as key contact with external financial statement auditors
• Coach and inspire a standout General Ledger Accounting team, fostering growth, ownership, and a high-performance culture
• Partner with Corporate Technical Accounting Group to interpret and implement new guidance
• Maintain documentation of core accounting close procedures
• Help with accounting integration of new business units and newly acquired companies
• Spearhead process standardization, automation, and continuous improvement
• Drive special projects with creative problem-solving as needed
What You Will Need
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related degree, and have active CPA license.
• 10+ years of relevant accounting experience, including public and private accounting
• NetSuite knowledge a plus
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and internal controls
• Proven ownership of accounting transformation, with an interest or expertise in automation
• History of leading teams in an innovative and high-growth environment
• Strong communication and cross-functional leadership skills with ability to drive initiatives across teams
• Strategic thinker and problem solver with an ability to manage complexity, deadlines and evolving priorities
What You Will Get
• The unique and exciting opportunity to work at one of the leading global entertainment companies
• Access to the tools, leadership, and resources you will need to create and drive a center of excellence
• The opportunity to do the best work of your career
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Salary/Benefits
$160,000.00
- 200,000.00
per year
$160,000 - $200,000 /year USD
commensurate with experience and skills
Benefits
• Competitive benefits and programs to support your well-being
Perks
• Work in an inclusive and diverse company culture
• The unique and exciting opportunity to work at one of the leading global entertainment companies
• Access to the tools, leadership, and resources you will need to create and drive a center of excellence
• The opportunity to do the best work of your career
Additional Information
UTA unites ideas, opportunities, and talent, representing some of the world's most iconic artists, creators, and changemakers, including actors, athletes, musicians, writers, gamers, and digital influencers. As one of the most influential companies in global entertainment, UTA's business encompasses talent representation, content production, and strategic advisory and marketing services for major brands. The company has affiliated entities such as Digital Brand Architects, KLUTCH Sports Group, Curtis Brown Group, and MediaLink. UTA is headquartered in Los Angeles, with additional offices in Atlanta, Chicago, Nashville, New York, and London.
