Creative Artists Agency
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Creative Artists Agency (CAA)
is the leading entertainment and sports agency, with global expertise in filmed and live entertainment, digital media, publishing, sponsorship sales and endorsements, media finance, consumer investing, fashion, trademark licensing, and philanthropy. Distinguished by its culture of collaboration and exceptional client service, CAA’s diverse workforce identifies, innovates, and amplifies opportunities for the people and organizations that shape culture and inspire the world. Founded in 1975, CAA is headquartered in Los Angeles with offices worldwide.
Job Description We are seeking a professional to strengthen the accounting team. This position will be focused on various accounting tasks and will be responsible for providing accurate, timely accounting information to assist decision‑making. The primary responsibility of the Accounting Associate is to ensure timely invoicing and collection of client payments. The role includes basic accounts receivable/accounts payable duties, follow‑up on client monies/outstanding invoices, data entry, billing, and creating and managing customized Excel spreadsheets.
Responsibilities
Review contracts/bookings reports to ensure accurate information is inputted into the accounting system
Investigate held checks or wires with client team to submit missing bookings
Help agents and assistants with coordinating booking report submission questions
Perform other accounting tasks as requested by Supervisors and management
Escalate collection of missing booking reports to Trust Accounting Supervisor if no response in the defined timeframe
Maintain communication with agents, assistants, managers, attorneys, studio contacts and the trust department; include in‑person meetings
Perform month‑end close tasks for A/R – book revenue according to the revenue recognition policies and closing schedules are updated
Perform accurate monthly billing adjustments, and handle billing questions and discrepancies
Support the accounts receivable budget process by providing information, identifying variances, and implementing corrective actions
Conduct monthly training for new agent assistants on trust accounting functions and booking submission
Identify and collect on past‑due balances while maintaining positive relationships with our customers/clients
Support special projects, company initiatives and/or process improvement initiatives
Collect/upload profit statements and update booking/invoicing supplier grids
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree preferred; 3+ years Finance/Accounting experience
Experience reconciling accounts, statements, and resolving discrepancies
Entertainment experience is preferred
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work well with a team and represent the culture of the company
Demonstrated ability to multitask and manage conflicting priorities
Ability to succeed in a fast‑paced, highly demanding, high‑volume, dynamic, corporate environment
Unimpeachable integrity and trustworthiness with confidential information
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
10‑key proficiency by touch
Typing speed of 45 words per minute minimum
Good organizational skills; able to multitask
Takes initiative; asks for more work if needed
Location This is a hybrid role based out of our New York or Los Angeles office.
Compensation The base hourly rate for this position is in the range of $25.00 – $29.00. Ultimately, wages may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, business sector, and geographic location, among other criteria. Please talk with a CAA Recruiter to learn more.
Equal Employment Opportunity Creative Artists Agency, LLC (the “Company”) is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate on the basis of race (inclusive of traits historically associated with race, including hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, creed, gender or sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, family and medical care leave status, military or veteran status, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, an employee’s or their dependent’s reproductive health decision‑making (e.g., the decision to use or access a particular drug, device or medical service), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
The absence of a permanent address is not a bar to employment. The Company does not discriminate against individuals based on housing status, including the absence of a fixed address.
The Company also complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws with regard to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.
CAA does not accept unsolicited resumes from third‑party recruiters unless they were contractually engaged by CAA to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any such employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the acknowledgement and agreement that CAA will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.
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is the leading entertainment and sports agency, with global expertise in filmed and live entertainment, digital media, publishing, sponsorship sales and endorsements, media finance, consumer investing, fashion, trademark licensing, and philanthropy. Distinguished by its culture of collaboration and exceptional client service, CAA’s diverse workforce identifies, innovates, and amplifies opportunities for the people and organizations that shape culture and inspire the world. Founded in 1975, CAA is headquartered in Los Angeles with offices worldwide.
Job Description We are seeking a professional to strengthen the accounting team. This position will be focused on various accounting tasks and will be responsible for providing accurate, timely accounting information to assist decision‑making. The primary responsibility of the Accounting Associate is to ensure timely invoicing and collection of client payments. The role includes basic accounts receivable/accounts payable duties, follow‑up on client monies/outstanding invoices, data entry, billing, and creating and managing customized Excel spreadsheets.
Responsibilities
Review contracts/bookings reports to ensure accurate information is inputted into the accounting system
Investigate held checks or wires with client team to submit missing bookings
Help agents and assistants with coordinating booking report submission questions
Perform other accounting tasks as requested by Supervisors and management
Escalate collection of missing booking reports to Trust Accounting Supervisor if no response in the defined timeframe
Maintain communication with agents, assistants, managers, attorneys, studio contacts and the trust department; include in‑person meetings
Perform month‑end close tasks for A/R – book revenue according to the revenue recognition policies and closing schedules are updated
Perform accurate monthly billing adjustments, and handle billing questions and discrepancies
Support the accounts receivable budget process by providing information, identifying variances, and implementing corrective actions
Conduct monthly training for new agent assistants on trust accounting functions and booking submission
Identify and collect on past‑due balances while maintaining positive relationships with our customers/clients
Support special projects, company initiatives and/or process improvement initiatives
Collect/upload profit statements and update booking/invoicing supplier grids
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree preferred; 3+ years Finance/Accounting experience
Experience reconciling accounts, statements, and resolving discrepancies
Entertainment experience is preferred
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work well with a team and represent the culture of the company
Demonstrated ability to multitask and manage conflicting priorities
Ability to succeed in a fast‑paced, highly demanding, high‑volume, dynamic, corporate environment
Unimpeachable integrity and trustworthiness with confidential information
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
10‑key proficiency by touch
Typing speed of 45 words per minute minimum
Good organizational skills; able to multitask
Takes initiative; asks for more work if needed
Location This is a hybrid role based out of our New York or Los Angeles office.
Compensation The base hourly rate for this position is in the range of $25.00 – $29.00. Ultimately, wages may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, business sector, and geographic location, among other criteria. Please talk with a CAA Recruiter to learn more.
Equal Employment Opportunity Creative Artists Agency, LLC (the “Company”) is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate on the basis of race (inclusive of traits historically associated with race, including hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, creed, gender or sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, family and medical care leave status, military or veteran status, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, an employee’s or their dependent’s reproductive health decision‑making (e.g., the decision to use or access a particular drug, device or medical service), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
The absence of a permanent address is not a bar to employment. The Company does not discriminate against individuals based on housing status, including the absence of a fixed address.
The Company also complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws with regard to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.
CAA does not accept unsolicited resumes from third‑party recruiters unless they were contractually engaged by CAA to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any such employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the acknowledgement and agreement that CAA will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.
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