Staff Accountant - MarVista Entertainment

Job DescriptionMarVista, a Fox Entertainment Company, is a leading global entertainment studio that produces, acquires, and distributes premium multi-platform film and television content worldwide. We have a very collaborative, talented accounting team and due to business growth, the company is looking to add an accomplished Staff Accountant. The person hired will be part of leading the company’s AP compliance and close processes. This position is also responsible for performing analysis, and general ledger accounting functions, with an emphasis on Accounts Payable invoices and POs, Vendor Management/Onboarding assistance, and General Accounting.A Snapshot Of Your ResponsibilitiesLead day-to-day AP cycle in a fast-paced film production environment, including reviewing the accuracy of invoices, managing AP inbox communications, ensuring accurate invoice payment, resolving payment delays/issues, and providing Coupa support to other departmentsResponsible for managing the overall AP month-end close process, including timely and accurate preparation of AP entries, maintaining supporting documents, and ensuring timely subledger reconciliation with no varianceManage the employee expense reporting process, ensuring accurate coding of expense accounts and adherence to the T&E policyPerform weekly review of unsubmitted expense report to ensure reports are being submitted timely in accordance with the T&E policyAct as administrator for corporate credit card program, responsible for ordering/canceling employee cards as neededDemonstrate and apply sufficient accounting knowledge needed to determine and assess the financial impacts of AP invoices eg: expense, prepaid, capitalized assetDrive continuous improvement efforts by implementing process improvements, technology-driven solutions, and automationManage monthly 1099 tracking and reportingAssist in year-end audits, including audit support schedules and related requestsAssist with residuals and Participation reportingAssist with special projects and ad-hoc requests, as necessaryWhat You Will NeedBachelor’s degree in accounting or finance2 years of experience in a related fieldDrive continuous improvement efforts by implementing process improvements, technology-driven solutions, and automation.Knowledge of basic accounting principles, use of Chart of Accounts, and month-end close processAbility to work in a fast-paced environment and meet month-end deadlines.Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, especially in Excel (pivot tables, XLOOKUP, etc…)Exceptional attention to detail, flexible and dependableProactive seeker of learning and growth opportunitiesStrong problem-solving and analytical skillsCollaborative team member who offers support to othersNICE TO HAVE BUT NOT A DEALBREAKEREntertainment industry experienceWorkday and Coupa experience

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