Accountant III
Kforce Inc
Job Summary
Kforce's Entertainment Client is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accountant (Accountant III) in Los Angeles, CA. This onsite position focuses on supporting financial operations related to global digital distribution of home entertainment platforms, specifically Video on Demand (VOD) and Electronic Sell-Through (EST). The role requires a strong foundation in accounting principles, proven experience with ASC 606 revenue recognition, and the ability to interpret complex contractual terms. Key responsibilities include preparing financial statements, performing reconciliations, supporting corporate reporting, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and audit standards.
Must Have
- Prepare various month-end close financial statements
- Perform detailed reconciliations of balance sheet accounts
- Review and analyze digital license agreements
- Establish revenue recognition criteria under ASC 606
- Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies
- Prepare and submit quarterly financial disclosures
- Support internal and external audits
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting
- 3-5 years of hands-on accounting experience
- Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and ASC 606 revenue recognition standards
- Experience with month-end close, financial reporting, and account reconciliations
- Working knowledge of ERP systems (specifically SAP and Oracle)
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, complex formulas)
- Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail
- Proactive mindset with a focus on identifying issues and driving resolution
- Clear and professional communication skills
Good to Have
- CPA or equivalent certification preferred
Perks & Benefits
- Medical/dental/vision insurance
- HSA
- FSA
- 401(k)
- Life, disability & ADD insurance
- Paid time off (for salaried personnel)
- Paid sick leave (for hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project)
Job Description
Kforce's Entertainment Client is seeking an Accountant III in Los Angeles, CA. This position is Onsite Monday - Friday 9am-6pm. Overview: The client is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to support financial operations tied to the global digital distribution of home entertainment platforms. The role focuses on digital formats such as Video on Demand (VOD) and Electronic Sell-Through (EST). The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in accounting principles, proven experience with revenue recognition under ASC 606, and the ability to interpret and apply complex contractual terms accurately. Key responsibilities include preparing financial statements, supporting corporate reporting deliverables, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and external audit standards. Responsibilities:
- Prepare various month-end close financial statements (profit and loss, balance sheet, etc.)
- Perform detailed reconciliations of balance sheet accounts and investigate variances
- Review and analyze digital license agreements (interpret contractual terms; Establish revenue recognition criteria under ASC 606; Establish billing and payment terms)
- Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies, short payments, and cash application issues
- Prepare and submit quarterly financial disclosures and supporting reports to meet corporate reporting requirements
- Support month-end close by preparing journal entries
- Support internal and external audits with accurate documentation and timely responses
- Assist with ad-hoc reporting and financial analysis
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting; CPA or equivalent certification preferred
- 3-5 years of hands-on accounting experience, preferably within media, entertainment, or distribution
- Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and ASC 606 revenue recognition standards
- Experience with month-end close, financial reporting, and account reconciliations
- Working knowledge of ERP systems (specifically SAP and Oracle) and reporting tools
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, complex formulas)
- Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail
- Proactive mindset with a focus on identifying issues and driving resolution
- Clear and professional communication skills
- Comfortable supporting reporting deadlines that may occasionally fall on weekends