Accountant

THE·TEAM; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Development

Generous Time Off

Parental Leave

401(k) with contribution matching

Healthcare options

Commuter Benefits

Job summary

THE·TEAM, located in Los Angeles, is seeking a Staff Accountant in the Team Sports Department. In this role, you will bridge the gap between talent, agents, and the accounting team, supporting financial operations behind athlete partnerships and sponsorships.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with 2+ years of experience. You will be responsible for invoicing, collections, and ensuring timely payments. Additional benefits include professional development, generous time off, and healthcare options.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of public or private accounting experience preferred.
• Strong accuracy and organizational skills when handling high-volume transactions.
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Execute the full invoicing process in Workday.
• Manage accounts receivable and resolve billing discrepancies.
• Coordinate the collection of funds from third-party brands.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Excel Skills

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Tools

Workday

Job description

THE·TEAM operates at the epicenter of sports, music and entertainment, serving talent, brands and properties on a global scale. Headquartered in Los Angeles, THE·TEAM's presence spans 28 countries and more than 70 cities, including New York, London, Abu Dhabi, Amsterdam, Hong Kong, Madrid, Mexico City, Toronto, Paris and Sydney. For more information, please visit THE.TEAM.

Job Overview

As a Staff Accountant within the Team Sports Department, you will serve as a critical bridge between talent, agents and the accounting team. This role supports the financial operations behind athlete partnerships, sponsorships and brand deals, ensuring accurate invoicing, collections, reconciliations and timely talent payments. The position operates in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment requiring strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask and manage competing priorities.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Execute the full invoicing process in Workday, reviewing and interpreting contracts to ensure accurate project setup, billing schedules, commission calculations and invoicing.
• Manage accounts receivable by monitoring aging reports and resolving billing discrepancies.
• Partner closely with agents to coordinate the collection of funds from third‑party brands and facilitate timely payments to talent.
• Facilitate trust‑accounting workflows, ensuring talent payments are processed promptly once client funds are received.
• Perform monthly balance‑sheet reconciliations for assigned general ledger accounts and investigate variances as needed.
• Code daily Wire and ACH transactions related to client trust activity and talent payments.
• Assist with accounts payable processing.
• Support annual 1099 preparation projects and other ad hoc accounting initiatives.

What We’re Looking For

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• Experience: 2+ years of public or private accounting experience preferred.
• Attention to Detail: Strong accuracy and organizational skills, especially when handling commission calculations and high‑volume transactions.
• Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment with shifting priorities.
• Excel Skills: Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills, including daily use of formulas, data organization, reconciliations and reporting functions.
• Technical Skills: Experience with ERP/accounting systems such as Workday is a plus.

Base Salary Range

Base salary range: $65,000–$70,000, plus bonus potential if applicable. Actual base salary is dependent on factors such as market dynamics, location and region, experience, specialized skills or training, level of responsibility, budgetary considerations, tenure at the company, and other circumstances. This range is one component of the total compensation package.

What We Offer

• Professional Development: Learning and development programs, mentorship opportunities, and career advancement support.
• Generous Time Off: Paid time off and holiday allowances.
• Parental Leave: Paid parental leave.
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan with contribution matching.
• Healthcare: Medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, life and disability coverage options.
• Ancillary: Critical illness, identity protection, pet insurance, 529 plans and more.
• Commuter Benefits: Support for travel and commuting needs where available.

THE·TEAM does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in providing employment opportunities and benefits.