Staff Accountant Jobs in Mar Vista Entertainment Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles-based MarVista Entertainment is a leading global independent entertainment studio that produces, acquires and distributes premium multi-platform film and television content worldwide. We have a very collaborative, talented accounting team and due to growth in business, the company is looking for an accomplished accounting professional. Reporting to the Controller, the person hired will play a key role in the company’s compliance and close processes. This position is also 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.
• Prepares monthly balance sheet reconciliations to ensure account balances are properly recorded and supported.
• 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.
• Prepare internal control documentation for areas of responsibility
• Residuals and participation reporting.
• Researching accounting guidance to document and conclude on proper accounting treatment for unique contracts and business transactions.
• Assists with other projects as needed.
  
  

Requirements:

• 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 and/or participations experience a big plus.
• CPA certification achieved or in progress