AP Staff Accountant

Description

Job Description:

An entertainment company in Hollywood is hiring an AP Specialist / Staff Accountant to manage the accounts payable process as well as contribute to staff accounting tasks. Previous experience working in entertainment and experience with Sage 300 is a plus.

Responsibilities:

+ Process approximately 250 invoices per month, including PO verification and entry in Sage 300.

+ Manage the full-cycle AP function: track down POs, confirm bank information, process payments, and ensure vendor compliance.

+ Handle bank reconciliations, invoice imports, and credit card imports using Ramp (transitioning from Concur).

+ Support AR functions, including processing deposits and occasional billing tasks.

+ Monitor project budgets; ensure all costs are properly coded through the PO/job costing system.

+ Assist with ongoing upgrades of Sage 300 and collaborate on future migration to cloud solutions-tech-savviness and adaptability are key.

+ Coordinate emergency tasks and special projects as they arise; flexibility is essential in our dynamic industry.

+ Work directly with the Controller and management to support financial operations.

+ Wear multiple hats as needed in our small team, contributing to general office, ad hoc financial, and operational support.

Qualifications:

+ 2+ years' experience in Accounts Payable or Staff Accountant roles; entertainment or project/accounting background preferred.

+ Proficiency in Sage 300 and experience with accounting software integrations; experience with PO systems and project job costing highly desirable.

+ Tech savvy and adaptable, with an interest in process improvements and system upgrades.

+ Bachelor's degree is a plus.

+ Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and problem-solving abilities.

This is a fully onsite role in Hollywood to start with potential to go hybrid down the road. Hours are 9:30 - 6:30PM, Monday - Friday.

Requirements - Proven experience in accounts payable, journal entries, and general ledger management.

- Strong knowledge of corporate tax, including sales tax and corporate tax return preparation.

- Proficiency in using accounting software, particularly Sage 300, and familiarity with online financial tools.

- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a small team.

- Excellent organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple tasks efficiently.

- Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and compliance in financial reporting.

- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.

- Previous experience in the entertainment industry or a similar field is a plus.

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