Assistant Controller

LHH; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO

Job summary

LHH in Los Angeles is partnering with a leading entertainment company to recruit an experienced Assistant Controller who will oversee accounting operations, lead month-end close, and ensure accurate financial reporting in a dynamic setting.

The role requires strong GAAP knowledge and the ability to supervise accounting staff, manage audits, and uphold internal controls. This is a full-time, on-site position offering robust benefits and career growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience with responsibility for general ledger activities.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Previous experience leading or supervising accounting personnel.
• Discretionary bonus.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• PTO package.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, AP, AR, fixed assets, and reconciliations.
• Manage and review month-end close activities to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Review balance sheet reconciliations and identify necessary adjustments.
• Coordinate annual audits and serve as a key point of contact for external auditors.
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

We are partnering with a leading company in the entertainment industry seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to join its growing finance team. This position reports directly to the Controller and will play a key role in overseeing accounting operations, financial reporting, month-end close, and team leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, AP, AR, fixed assets, and reconciliations
• Manage and review month-end close activities to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting
• Review balance sheet reconciliations and identify necessary adjustments
• Coordinate annual audits and serve as a key point of contact for external auditors
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience with responsibility for general ledger activities
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
• Previous experience leading or supervising accounting personnel
• Discretionary bonus
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO package

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