Entertainment Accounting Manager for High-Profile Clients

Goodwin Recruiting; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager for an entertainment business management firm in Nashville, TN. You will oversee day-to-day bookkeeping, bill pay, and monthly financial reporting for a diverse portfolio of high-net-worth clients, while mentoring a team of staff accountants.

The role requires discretion, accuracy, and the ability to manage high-volume personal and business finances, with collaboration across tax preparers, attorneys, and CPAs during busy seasons.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5–8+ years of accounting or bookkeeping experience with supervisory experience.
• Proficiency with accounting software (QuickBooks, Datafaction/AXIS) and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full-cycle bookkeeping for a portfolio of clients, including personal households, loan-out corporations, and touring/production entities
• Supervise, train, and review the work of staff accountants and bookkeepers
• Review and approve accounts payable processes, including invoice coding, payment scheduling, and high-volume bill pay for personal and business expenses
• Oversee monthly reconciliation of bank, credit card, and investment accounts
• Review and finalize general ledgers, chart of accounts, and financial statements for accuracy prior to client/management delivery
• Oversee tracking and categorization of royalty income, touring revenue, endorsement deals, and other entertainment-specific income streams
• Lead budget preparation and cash flow forecasting for clients
• Coordinate with tax preparers, attorneys, and outside CPAs during tax season and audits
• Oversee 1099 preparation, W-9 tracking, and vendor documentation compliance
• Oversee payroll processing for personal staff where applicable
• Ensure meticulous, audit-ready records given the sensitivity and visibility of client finances
• Serve as a key point of contact for client and management team inquiries
• Identify process improvements and help standardize procedures across the accounting team
• Uphold strict confidentiality regarding client financial and personal information

Skills

Attention to detail

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

QuickBooks

Datafaction/AXIS

Excel

Job description

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager for an entertainment business management firm in Nashville, TN. You will oversee day-to-day bookkeeping, bill pay, and monthly financial reporting for a diverse portfolio of high-net-worth clients, while mentoring a team of staff accountants.

The role requires discretion, accuracy, and the ability to manage high-volume personal and business finances, with collaboration across tax preparers, attorneys, and CPAs during busy seasons.