Accountant III - Equiliem

Accountant III

Hollywood, CA

Pay: $42.00 - $46.00 per hour

26-06667

Job Summary

The Accountant III is responsible for supporting the month-end and quarter-end close processes by preparing and posting journal entries, performing accountreconciliations, and maintaining the accuracy of financial records. This role works closely with accounting and cross-functional teams to support financial reporting, cash receipts, accounts receivable activities, and other general ledger functions.

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented accounting professional with strong analytical skills, advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency, and experience working with ERP systems in a fast-paced environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and post journal entries during the monthly and quarterly close processes.
• Ensure journal entries are accurately coded to the appropriate general ledger accounts and cost centers.
• Prepare and upload recurring and ad hoc journal entries within the ERP system.
• Perform detailed account reconciliations and investigate, analyze, and resolve variances.
• Support cash receipts and accounts receivable activities by applying customer payments and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Generate and review accounts receivable aging reports.
• Assist with month-end and quarter-end close activities to ensure timely financial reporting.
• Prepare financial reports and distribute daily financial reporting to internal stakeholders.
• Assist with preparing internal audit support documentation and maintaining organized financial records.
• Review supporting documentation and verify the accuracy of financial information.
• Collaborate with accounting, FP&A, and other cross-functional teams to resolve accounting issues and support financial operations.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures.
• Support continuous process improvements and additional accounting projects as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• CPA certification or progress toward CPA preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Hands-on experience owning month-end close activities.
• Strong experience preparing and posting journal entries.
• Experience performing account reconciliations and variance analysis.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and general ledger accounting.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, lookups, and financial analysis.
• Experience working with Oracle Fusion or a comparable ERP system preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• CPA certification or active pursuit of CPA preferred.

Work Experience

• Minimum of 4 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience with month-end and quarter-end close processes.
• Experience preparing and posting high-volume journal entries.
• Experience performing detailed account reconciliations.
• Experience supporting accounts receivable and cash application functions preferred.
• Experience with Oracle Fusion or a comparable ERP system preferred.
• Experience within media, entertainment, or studio accounting environments preferred.
• Familiarity with participation accounting and revenue recognition is preferred.

About Equiliem

Equiliem believes in empowering success. It's our job to cultivate relationships that connect people and employers in a way that is inclusive, intelligent, and allows both to thrive.

Across the U.S., leading companies in healthcare, government, engineering, manufacturing, professional services, and energy rely on us for their workforce solutions. Our recruiting and HR services include contract and direct hire staffing, Payrolling/EOR, Independent Contractor Compliance, and Managed Services.

For almost 30 years, we've helped shape our industry. Today, we continue to research, ask questions, and continuously enhance the candidate journey and client experience.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees, which includes:

• Medical Insurance
• Vision & Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k)
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Discounts & Rewards
• Payroll Payment Options

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EEO Employer

Equiliem is an equal opportunity employer.

We do not discriminate or allow discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Skills

Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Policies, Accounts Receivable, Analysis Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cash Applications, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Customer Experience, Data Quality, Dental Insurance, Detail Oriented, Documentation, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Entertainment and Media, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Operations, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Financial Reporting, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Genetics, Government, Healthcare, Human Resources, Internal Audit, Internet Search, Journal Entries, Legal, Mail Processing, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Microsoft Excel, Multitasking, Operational Support, Oracle Fusion Middleware, Organizational Skills, Pivot Tables, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Professional Services, Reconciliation, Record Keeping, Revenue Accounting, Revenue Recognition, Short Messaging Service (SMS), Support Documentation, Time Management, Variance Analysis, Vision Plan, Writing Skills

About the Company

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