Premiere Digital Services Looking for Accounting Manager (finance) at Los Angeles, CA, United States Full Time

Job Description

About the Company
Premiere Digital Services (PDS) is a trusted media services and software solutions partner for content owners, video distributers, digital retailers, broadcasters, subscription video and ad supported platforms. We simplify the complexities of content distribution, supply chain and digital storefront management and provide flexible B2B technical SaaS solutions and managed services for media assets. As a leader in cloud-based digital asset delivery and content optimization solutions for clients in the growing Media & Entertainment industry, Premiere brings to life the quality of film and television, transporting to the hands of millions around the globe. Through the magic of media services, we are a rising thought leader providing innovative, smart tools and intelligent operations as an essential business in media entertainment. Together with industry leaders like Google, Apple, NBC Universal, Microsoft, Disney, Warner Brothers and more, we work to revolutionize media delivery at the forefront of entertainment technology and software services.
About the Role
The Accounting Manager will be a key member of the Finance & Accounting Team responsible for assisting the VP of Finance & Controller in leading Premiere’s accounting function. This person will play a critical role in helping generate timely and accurate financial statements, provide necessary reporting to management and other key stakeholders, assist with annual audits and other ad hoc projects as needed. This person will also be responsible for managing direct reports and working cross-functionally with other departments in the execution of the role’s duties.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions**):
Responsibilities:

• Own high level monthly accounting reconciliations as an individual contributor, including those related to software capitalization, certain revenue and payroll related accruals.
• Assist the department in the annual financial statement audit, tax returns, and other regulatory compliance processes.
• Establish relationships with our external financial partners and prepare the necessary related monthly and quarterly reports.
• Work closely with Accounts Payable to ensure accurate recording and representation of expenses, including necessary accruals for outstanding or unreceived invoices.
• Assist in the budget and forecasting process.
• Assist the Controller and CFO in identifying areas for process improvement, as well as planning for future growth

• Review and prepare journal entries as needed
• Other projects as deemed necessary by the Controller or CFO.
• Recruiting: conduct interviews and support the development of the hiring & internal promotion plans.
• Financial Management – managing overtime, and meal breaks for direct reports.
• Administration – ensuring the proper administrative controls are followed and adhered to.
• People Management – providing guidance, supervision and coaching to your assigned direct reports
• As a member of the finance and accounting team, you will directly manage the Senior Accountant and Junior Accountant while working as part of a team to ensure a timely and accurate close.

Required Skills:

• Advanced Excel required (pivot tables, macros, H-V lookups, Index/Match, formulas), with proficiency with other MS Office applications (PowerPoint, Word, Access)
• Proven ability to manage and motivate remote teams to produce quality materials within tight timeframes and simultaneously manage own projects
• Must have an understanding of the entertainment and media industry
• Proficient knowledge in Microsoft Office suite
• Proficient
• Proficient knowledge with relevant legal requirements and regulations as well as Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Strong ethic for working with confidential information
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrate critical thinking skills
• Attention to detail and organization skills
• Must have the ability to multi-task and work well under time constraints
• Strong interpersonal abilities and communication skills
• Ability and interest to work in a geographically diverse environment
• Must be able to communicate effectively and tactfully with persons at all levels.
• Ability and interest to work in a geographically diverse environment
• Must be able to communicate effectively and tactfully with persons at all levels.
• Must have the ability to adapt and be agile amongst a changing environment.
  

  Preferred Skills:

  • Experience with NetSuite and Oracle EPM a plus

Qualifications:
Education:

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field required.
  • CPA strongly preferred.
  • MBA a plus

Experience:

• Minimum of five (2) years’ experience in supervising a team of direct reports
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in accounting, auditing or finance positions of increasing responsibility

This position and candidate must be based in Los Angeles, CA

Benefits
We offer competitive pay and benefits programs including medical, dental & vision coverage, vacation & sick leave, 401(k), student loan repayment and more!
Equal Opportunity Employer
Premiere Digital Services is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.