Accountant I

Accountant I – Hollywood, CA (Entertainment Industry)About the Role Join a dynamic finance team at Client Studios in the heart of Hollywood, where your accounting expertise powers the entertainment industry. As an onsite Accountant I, you’ll play a pivotal role in supporting studio operations, ensuring seamless financial processes, and working closely with talented professionals from multiple departments. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your accounting career within a creative and fast-paced environment that values precision, collaboration, and growth.Responsibilities- Process and review payment requests, ensuring contract compliance and timely updates to payment schedules.- Review and validate weekly payroll and timecard data for term deal employees.- Accurately code accounts payable transactions and secure necessary approvals for studio expenses.- Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, production, and contract administration teams to resolve vendor issues and support onboarding/offboarding.- Compile backup for journal entries, reconcile workbooks, and assist with month-end close activities using Smart Accounting systems.- Maintain organized electronic files and documentation to support financial audits and reporting.- Troubleshoot onboarding issues, monitor payment statuses, and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.Required Skills and Experience- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.- 2+ years of relevant experience in finance, accounting, or payroll operations, ideally within the entertainment industry.- Proficiency in MS Office and Adobe Acrobat, including file consolidation and extracting contract information.- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in a fast-paced setting.- Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across teams.- Highly organized, self-motivated, and able to prioritize multiple tasks.Preferred Skills- Experience with Oracle, Smart View, or Entertainment Partner system.- Previous finance/accounting experience in production entertainment environments.Benefits- Engage in high-impact projects with industry leaders in entertainment.- Collaborative, creative, and supportive team culture.- Opportunity for professional development and growth in a prominent studio setting.- Work onsite in a prime Hollywood location.How to Apply Ready to contribute to the success of Client Studios? Submit your tailored resume with a brief sales pitch summarizing your qualifications for the Accountant I role. Qualified candidates will be contacted for the first-round interview.