GL Accountant

Location: Los Angeles, CA, 90038

Hours: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Job Description

We are seeking an Accountant II to support accounting functions related to GCD Content Licensing contracts. This role is focused heavily on general ledger accounting, reconciliations, month-end and quarter-end close, revenue recognition, and audit support.

Responsibilities

• Complete financial month-end and quarter-end close processes, including revenue recognition and Trial Balance reconciliations
• Perform general ledger reconciliations and create journal entries for GL posting
• Analyze and report on GCD license agreements, including license fee calculations and payment terms
• Analyze and explain monthly foreign exchange variances
• Analyze actual performance against forecast and plan
• Perform present value analysis and reporting
• Support intercompany and related-party reporting and analysis
• Perform quarterly bad debt analysis
• Complete clearing account and BITIN cash reconciliations
• Track and report revenue share deals
• Support internal compliance audits and external audits, including PWC and EY
• Ensure SOX and other key controls are followed and supported
• Review contracts and change orders within PRISM systems for financial accuracy
• Review accounting transactions created by PRISM for accuracy
• Maintain Pay TV deals in PRISM, investigate issues, and work with IT on system changes as needed
• Perform revenue review and analysis, including stagger, non-delivery, straight-line DSTAR revenue, renewal license fees, and cash in advance
• Support entitlements, non-theatrical, and TREC reconciliations and reporting
• Prepare ad hoc financial reporting and analysis
• Work overtime as needed during month-end and quarter-end periods, including weekend work during quarter-end

Qualifications

• BA or BS degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• 3 to 6 years of experience in a similar accounting role
• Strong general ledger reconciliation experience
• Working knowledge of GAAP
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to research issues and provide solution-driven results
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Entertainment industry or studio accounting experience preferred
• CPA preferred

Systems and Tools

• SAP
• Oracle
• Oracle Fusion
• PRISM
• TVR
• COGNOS
• TREC
• Microsoft Excel
• SmartView
• SAP Business Warehouse

Pay Range

• $49.00-$54.00 per hour

Requisition ID: PPCJP00000539