Managing Director, Media & Entertainment; Public Accounting

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in all aspects of M&E client engagements, taking charge of client projects and managing multiple clients concurrently.

• Have a solid understanding of accounting issues in the Media & Entertainment (M&E) sector, including content value, revenue recognition, and intellectual property valuation.
• Solve complex accounting problems and clearly explain solutions with minimal guidance from a Partner.
• Apply U.S. GAAP rules and industry guidelines to strengthen technical capabilities within the practice.
• Create and lead special training programs focused on M&E accounting challenges to support firm growth.

• Manage all aspects of client projects in M&E and handle multiple clients simultaneously.
• Deliver high-quality client work and manage relationships; be seen by clients as the engagement lead.
• Inform clients of issues and provide thoughtful, practical solutions.
• Write clear client communications, track billable hours, and deliver excellent service.
• Ensure Directors, Senior Managers, Managers, and Consultants are effectively utilized within the M&E practice.

• Support practice growth by acquiring new clients and opportunities in the M&E industry.
• Identify opportunities to expand work with existing clients.
• Build a strong network with key individuals in the M&E industry.
• Represent and promote the firm by participating in industry events, conferences, and M&E-related boards.
• Assist with recruitment by interviewing candidates and referring them to the firm as the M&E practice grows.

• Follow all policies, submit timesheets on time, and encourage the M&E team to comply.
• Be responsible for invoicing and collections.
• Support the professional growth of all staff by acting as a mentor.
• Lead by example: take responsibility for team mistakes, celebrate successes, and demonstrate strong ethics and work habits.
• Contribute to the firm’s growth by participating in important initiatives and community activities.
• Help guide the practice’s future direction and participate in improvements.

• CPA and a Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or Commerce, with 10 years of accounting experience. The employer will accept a 3-year foreign degree as the equivalent of a Bachelor’s degree.
• Alternatively, a Master’s Degree (or equivalent) in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or Commerce with 8 years of accounting experience.