Senior Accountant

The role of the Senior Accountant is to manage activities relating to the region’s financial & month-end accounting, compliance (tax, registrations, filings etc.) across both companies, cash flow & banking, administration, and to provide business and management support to the studio and ERA leadership teams.

• Post monthly depreciation, prepayment, payroll and lease journals.
• Post and release accrued expenditures and manage reconciliation of accrual balance.
• Review doubtful debts provision with the studio accountants at month end close.
• Oversee the North American regional management cost centre profit and loss, including allocation of regional costs to studios on a monthly basis.
• Maintain monthly balance sheet reconciliations, including detailed quarterly review of doubtful debts, outstanding AP items and intercompany accounts.

• Post receipts and prepare regular (at least weekly) bank reconciliations.
• Update weekly cash flow forecasts for the region.
• Make payments based on the schedule prepared with the Studio Accountants.
• Check bank daily and alert Studio Accountants when client receipts are posted.

• Code regional creditors, expense claims, credit cards (AMEX), vendor credit requests and other administration.
• Download AMEX statements monthly and reconcile, journalize, and submit for approval.
• Prepare weekly and off-cycle accounts payable check runs.

• Ensure all corporate registrations and filings are up to date.
• Assist with Federal, State, and City tax filings.
• Liaise with Group Finance for completion of the annual audit.

• Support management on ad-hoc requests and financial reviews.
• Support Regional Leadership and staff on finance matters.
• Request clarification on conflicting requests and prioritize effectively.
• Support management in business strategies and client negotiations.
• Negotiate with suppliers/contracts on settlements, discounts, and payment terms.
• Utilize the broader finance network to support the role.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive, collaborative, and strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
• Attention to detail with rigorous follow‑up.
• Willingness to learn.
• Team player who can also work autonomously and take initiative.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

• Bachelor of Business/Commerce required.
• Chartered or Certified CPA/CMA desirable.
• Previous experience in a similar role within a professional services firm.
• At least 5-7 years of accounting experience.
• Experience using accounting software.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel and Word skills.
• Experience with BST is an advantage.

Mandatory requirement:
It is an essential requirement that at the time of applying for this position applicants must have the legal right to work in America.