Senior Accountant

Overview

A well-established entertainment company with over 40 years in the industry is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their finance team. This remote, exempt position reports to the Corporate Controller and offers bonus eligibility. The role is integral to scaling the business profitably by managing financial transactions, reporting accuracy, and supporting strategic financial decisions.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and complete accounting functions.
• Assist with the monthly close process, including reconciliations and variance analysis to ensure accuracy and timely resolution.
• Prepare and publish internal and external financial statements.
• Develop, document, and oversee standardized accounting policies and procedures to maintain proper records and internal controls.
• Identify key performance indicators (KPIs) and cost-saving initiatives to support senior leadership decision-making.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes, including monthly variance analysis.
• Coordinate activities with external auditors, tax advisers, and other professional consultants.
• Ensure compliance with all financial obligations, including tax filings and regulatory requirements at local, state, and federal levels.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise junior accounting staff as needed.
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and training to accounting and accounts payable team members to foster skill development and growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Minimum of 4 years of progressively responsible financial roles; experience in a CPA firm is a plus.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics AX and/or NetSuite ERP is advantageous.
• Background in distribution, retail, or wholesale with strong knowledge of inventory and cost accounting.
• Proven track record managing closing processes, financial controls, and accounting systems.
• Forward-thinking with the ability to execute projects efficiently.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build partnerships and align expectations across the organization.
• Detail-oriented yet able to maintain a big-picture perspective.
• Self-directed with a hands-on approach, willing to take on diverse responsibilities.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills supported by defined processes.
• Resilient and comfortable managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative team player with creative problem-solving abilities.
• Positive attitude and dependable.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Frequently required to sit.
• Occasionally required to stand and walk.
• Regular use of hand and finger dexterity.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Compensation & Benefits

• Exempt position with bonus eligibility.
• Remote work arrangement.

Location

• Remote

Applicants should be prepared to contribute to a dynamic finance team supporting a growing entertainment business.