Entry Level Accounting Associate

LHH; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance firm in Los Angeles is seeking an experienced accounting professional to manage incoming payments and financial records while supporting system improvements. This role requires at least one year of accounting experience, preferably in the entertainment industry, alongside strong communication and collaboration skills. The ideal candidate will possess excellent attention to detail, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• At least one year of accounting experience, preferably in entertainment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to type at least 45 WPM and use a 10-key keypad.
• Strong organizational skills with a proactive work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Apply incoming payments for events and tours to accounts.
• Process settlements based on agent figures.
• Issue client payments and generate reports.
• Update financial tracking systems for deposits and settlements.
• Follow up on pending booking reports.
• Ensure all payments have proper documentation.
• Respond to requests for financial details.
• Investigate and resolve held or unclaimed payments.
• Organize accounting records.
• Support system improvements and process enhancements.

Skills

Accounting experience

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Typing speed of at least 45 WPM

Organizational skills

Tools

10-key keypad

Job description

Responsibilities

• Apply incoming payments for events and tours to the appropriate accounts.
• Process settlements based on agent-provided figures.
• Issue client payments and generate corresponding reports.
• Update and maintain financial tracking systems for deposits and settlements.
• Follow up on pending booking reports and input data into the system.
• Ensure all payments have proper supporting documentation.
• Respond to agent and coordinator requests for financial details.
• Investigate and resolve held or unclaimed payments.
• Organize and file accounting records in a timely manner.
• Support system improvements and process enhancements.

Qualifications

• At least one year of accounting experience, preferably in entertainment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to type at least 45 WPM and use a 10-key keypad.
• Strong organizational skills with a proactive work ethic.

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