Senior Accountant Media & Entertainment Projects (4-Month Contract)

Senior Accountant Media & Entertainment Projects (4-Month Contract)

Senior Accountant Media & Entertainment Projects (4-Month Contract)

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• We are seeking an experienced Staff or Senior Accountant for a 4-month contract assignment with a global leader in the live entertainment industry. This role is based in Los Angeles (Westwood) and offers a hybrid schedule (MonThu in-office, Fri remote). Youll be at the financial core of large-scale, high-profile tours and eventssupporting everything from artist settlements to global tour accounting.

About The Role

• We are seeking an experienced Staff or Senior Accountant for a 4-month contract assignment with a global leader in the live entertainment industry. This role is based in Los Angeles (Westwood) and offers a hybrid schedule (MonThu in-office, Fri remote). Youll be at the financial core of large-scale, high-profile tours and eventssupporting everything from artist settlements to global tour accounting.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting functions, including journal entries, reconciliations, and general ledger oversight for tours and events.
• Support monthly and quarterly close processes, ensuring accurate revenue recognition and expense reporting.
• Track tour budgets vs. actuals; prepare variance reports and deliver insights to management and artist representatives.
• Collaborate with tour managers and finance leadership to streamline financial processes.
• Monitor accounts payable and receivable; manage cash flow for specific tours.
• Assist in audit preparation, tax compliance, and maintaining internal controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Staff Accountant: 24 years of general ledger accounting experience.
• Senior Accountant: 46+ years of relevant experience.
• Background in live events, music, entertainment, or media accounting preferred.
• Proficient with accounting software (NetSuite, QuickBooks) and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Enthusiasm for the music and entertainment industry is a plus.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

• Media & Entertainment

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