Impact Theory Looking for Accounting Director at West Hollywood, California, United States Full Time

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Description

About Impact Theory 

Impact Theory is a mission-driven modern media
company designed to create positive change in people’s lives through
the creation of entertaining and empowering content. Designed as an
integrated studio, Impact Theory develops and produces video games,
webcomics, film & TV, as well as world-class YouTube and podcast
content that has garnered half a billion views on YouTube alone.
Regardless of type, Impact Theory’s content underscores the company’s
mission to ensure the global spread of a growth mindset through ideas
and entertainment.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Chief Finance and Revenue Officer, you as an
Accounting Director  are responsible for the overall
accounting process of the company, inclusive of financial reporting,
billing, collections, payroll, and budget preparations. You will
partner closely with department heads and stakeholders across the
organization to ensure financial operations and needs are handled in
an efficient and effective manner. 

Your
Responsibilities

• Act as a Finance & Accounting
  lead providing centralized support for the Impact Theory businesses,
  working closely with CRO, CFO, HR, and broader executive leadership
  team
• Plan and perform monthly and quarterly close
  activities, including balance sheet reconciliations, variance
  analyses, and analytical reviews, producing internal management
  reporting and external audit support
• Partner with business
  units to support internal financial systems process improvements and
  automation and to advise on accounting implications
• Assess
  the effectiveness of internal controls, and design new processes and
  controls for emerging and growing business activities
• Manage
  Payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable activities
• Work closely with Human Resources on payroll-related matters, as
  well as for onboarding and departing employees and contractors
• Manage global operating expenses and related prepaid and accruals
  processes
• Work cross-functionally with business units such
  as Human Resources and Operations to drive important initiatives and
  improvements
• Support quarterly reviews and annual audits
  performed by external auditors
• Support special projects and
  process improvement programs
• Drive change in the
  organization through participation in special projects and ad hoc
  analyses

Requirements

• 5+ years’ experience in Accounting roles, with a mix of public
  accounting and private company experience
• Bachelor’s degree
  in Accounting, CPA preferred
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and
  financial reporting requirements
• Effective at writing and
  presenting analyses to stakeholders
• Advanced Microsoft
  Excel/Google Sheets skills
• Familiarity with Payroll and HRIS
  software such as Quickbooks, as well as federal/state laws/regulations
  on payroll practices
• Highly organized and able to multitask
  and manage multiple projects and competing priorities without
  sacrificing results or quality of work
• Must be flexible,
  motivated, and highly collaborative, this role will need a
  self-starter who can roll up their sleeves and get things done 
• Must be able to work onsite, full-time at our West Hollywood,
  California office Monday through Friday
• The compensation
  range for this position is $165,000 to $180,000 annually, depending on
  experience

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

• Life Insurance
• 401k
• Flexible,
  “Unlimited” PTO Policy
• 1-year subscription to Audible
• Full employee access to Impact Theory University
• 2
  Complimentary Books (Radical Confidence by Lisa Bilyeu and Principles
  by Ray Dalio)

FRAUD/SCAM NOTICE

Please note that Impact Theory interview requests and
job offers only originate from an @impacttheory.com email address. We
have a robust interview process that includes phone, video Google
Meets calls, and in-person interviews at our Los Angeles,
California-based office prior to any person receiving an offer of
employment. Impact Theory will also never ask for bank account
information (including routing or account numbers), social security
numbers, passwords or any other sensitive information to be delivered
over email or phone. Always reference our career site, Impact Theory Careers , to see if the position
that you are applying to is legitimate. If you receive a scam issue or
a security issue involving Impact Theory, please notify us at

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY & FAIR CHANCE HIRING

Impact Theory is an Equal Opportunity employer. We
celebrate and embrace diversity, and believe the strongest teams are
from a broad tapestry of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without
regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and
gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran
status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal,
state, or local law. We will consider for employment all qualified
applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner
consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws,
including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring
Ordinance.