Senior Accountant

Motion-Picture-Industry-Pension-; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Pension plan

401k

Paid time off

Professional development

Pet insurance discounts

Job summary

Motion Picture Industry Pension & Health Plans (MPI) is hiring a Senior Accountant to join the Finance & Accounting department. You will oversee detailed financial reporting for the Plans, ensure accuracy, and assist with annual audits.

The role requires 5–7 years of accounting experience, GAAP knowledge, and proficiency with ERP systems and Power BI. MPI offers comprehensive benefits including free medical, dental, behavioral health, vision coverage, generous PTO, pension and 401k, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field required; CPA/MBA a plus.
• 5-7 years of current accounting/finance experience.
• Knowledge of GAAP, financial statements, and standards.
• Advanced Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint; ERP systems; Power BI a plus.
• Excellent written and oral communication; ability to interact with all levels.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines; report timing.
• Experience with trust funds, health/pension plans a plus.
• Confidentiality and discretion in handling sensitive data.
• Familiarity with union contracts and related compensation terms.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and analyze complex journal entries and reconciliations.
• Consolidate financial results across entities and perform intercompany eliminations.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and supporting schedules for management and Board meetings.
• Maintain report mappings and ensure accuracy of reports and dashboards.
• Assist with annual budgeting and variance analysis for leadership.
• Support the annual audit and Form 5500 filings; coordinate with auditors.
• Review daily cash and accounts payable; ensure proper approvals.
• Assist system implementations and process improvements in finance.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

Union contracts familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting

CPA or MBA a plus

Tools

Power BI

ERP systems

Microsoft Business Central

Dynamics 365

Job description

For more than 70 years, the Motion Picture Industry Pension & Health Plans (MPI) has proudly served the entertainment community by supporting the financial and healthcare well-being of the people who bring stories to life — from set crews to post-production pros.

We’re not just accountants and analysts; we’re problem-solvers, collaborators, and stewards of trust. Our teams are guided by a simple mission: to improve the lives of our members who work in the entertainment industry through accuracy, accountability, and care.

MPI is recognized as a five-time certified Great Place to Work® employer and recipient of the World at Work Seal of Distinction because we believe people do their best work when they’re respected, supported, and inspired.

Role Overview:

MPI has an immediate opportunity for a Senior Accountant to become a key member of our Finance & Accounting department. In this role, you’ll be responsible for the completion of detailed financial reporting for the Plans, ensuring accuracy and compliance, and assisting with the annual audits of the Plans.

Submissions will be reviewed; only candidates most closely matching the requirements of the position will be contacted.

MPI offers a comprehensive benefits package, including free medical, dental, behavioral health, and vision coverage, generous paid time off, retirement benefits including pension and 401k, supplemental benefits including discounted pet insurance, and professional development opportunities.

MPI requires employees to be vaccinated against Covid-19 with exceptions as required by law.

What You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field required. CPA and/or MBA a plus.
• Minimum 5-7 years of current experience in accounting or finance.
• Knowledge of GAAP, accounting standards, and financial statements .
• Advanced proficiency level in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint, and working knowledge of ERP financial systems. Microsoft Business Central, Power BI and/or Dynamics 365 a plus.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, and an ability to build working relationships and collaborate with all levels of personnel, including senior management, and external stakeholders.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks with changing priorities, communicating changes in scope and schedule, to all parties concerned, as well as adhering to reporting deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail and high standards in quality and accurate reporting
• Experience in trust fund accounting, trust statement preparation, health plans or pension plans is a plus.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion.
• Familiarity with union contracts and their provisions, and the ability to execute the terms of such provisions as it relates to compensation.
• Excellent attendance and reliability, with the ability to work extended hours as needed.

What You’ll Do:

• Prepare, review, and analyze complex journal entries, reconciliations, and schedules for high-volume accounts.
• Consolidate financial results across multiple entities, including intercompany eliminations and reconciliations.
• Prepare, review, and analyze monthly financial statements.
• Prepare supporting schedules for monthly management reports and Board of Director meetings.
• Maintain report mapping and ensure accuracy of reports.
• Develop financial reports and dashboards to improve visibility into results and support decision-making.
• Prepare investment manager statement reconciliations.
• Assist with the preparation of the annual budget; gathering inputs, consolidating data, and ensuring accuracy across departments.
• Prepare, analyze, and distribute monthly budget vs. actual reports, highlighting key variances and trends for leadership review.
• Perform ad-hoc analysis to evaluate risks, opportunities, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Assist with preparation for the annual audit, as well as other audits and Form 5500 filings.
• Assist in the review of daily cash and accounts payable for proper approval and coding.
• Support strategic projects such as system implementations, process automation, and reporting enhancements.
• Adhere to, and suggest improvements for, the Finance & Accounting Department’s policies & procedures.
• Coordinate with other departments to maintain and follow internal controls/procedures for the Plans.
• Function as backup to other senior accountants for tax payments, investment statements, and other responsibilities.
• Support accounting staff as needed and perform other duties as assigned.

Compensation:

The anticipated base salary for this position is $95,000 - $100,000 annually. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held.

Motion Picture Industry Pension & Health Plans (MPI) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age over 40, marital status, veteran status, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by law. Any applicant who, because of disability, requires accommodation or assistance in completing this application or at any time during the application process should contact the Human Resources Department. MPI also provides reasonable accommodations to disabled employees consistent with its obligations under applicable law.