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Tuesday, April 19, 2011

New Opportunity - Royalty Manager - Encino

GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR EXPERIENCED ROYALTY MANAGER FOR PRESTIGIOUS SAN FERNANDO VALLEY BUSINESS MANAGEMENT FIRM!

65,000 to 90,000 + excellent benefits

Job Description:

Oversee royalty accounts on behalf of recording artist’s music publishers and songwriters. Prepare participation accounting for bands. Correspond with management, labels, accountants and artists. Music publishing royalty administration including licensing, copyright and clearances. Record label royalty administration including royalties, licensing and clearances. Summarize artist, producer and songwriter contracts. Handle desk audits of royalty accounts and coordinate with management on any audit recommendations

Sunday, April 17, 2011

Staff Accountant - Local CPA Firm in Encino - 50 to 55K + overtime

Experienced Staff Accountant - Local CPA Firm in Encino

Due to the rapid Firm growth, we have several positions that offer an excellent opportunity for individuals who are motivated and strive for success.

50,000 to 55,000 + paid overtime

New Opportunity - Sr Accountant - Business Management Firm (Beverly Hills) 60,000 to 85,000

One of the largest and most prestigious Business Management (CPA) firms in the Los Angeles area is seeking a staff accountant for their growing department. 

Semi Senior Accountant or Senior Accountant (CPA) needed for this firm.  Work will include tax preparation (Indiv, Corp, Partnership and other), Compilations and project related accounting.

Clients include some of the biggest names in the entertainment business.  Actors, Musicians, Writers, Directors and Producers.

Wednesday, April 13, 2011

New Opportunity - TAX DIRECTOR - Publicly Held Company in LA 180k - 225K

POSITION SUMMARY STATEMENT:
This position will be responsible for the calculation of the effective tax rate and all aspects of the recording and reconciliation of the tax accounts in the financial statements provided by over 80 countries as well as all SEC filings.  The position will work with the Financial Planning & Analysis group to coordinate and develop the companies legal entity tax forecasting. The position will be responsible for the management of the foreign tax credit calculation and sourcing. In addition the position will ensure compliance of all inter-company agreements.

Tuesday, April 12, 2011

New Opportunity - Senior Revenue Accountant - Publicly Held Company in Santa Monica

Publicly held software company seeks experienced Senior Accountant with experience in revenue recognition.​

This is a key position within the Revenue Recognition team.​ The candidate will be a key contributor to many departmental goals and objectives and lead multiple projects including process improvements.​ This person will assist and be responsible for accounting and finance related functions such as, revenue recognition, monthly close, and audit support.​


SALARY - 55,000 - 70,000 + bonus

Responsibilities
  • Ensure revenue is booked accurately and in accordance to SEC and GAAP guidelines under ASU 2009-13, formerly EITF 08-1, Revenue Arrangements with Multiple Deliverables.​
  • Ensure compliance to company's revenue recognition policies.​
  • Assist in monthly and quarterly close process primarily related to revenue, deferred revenue, and accounts receivable.​
  • Review, analyze, and interpret customer agreements to evaluate and identify potential revenue recognition issues (i.​e.​ complex language omissions of data, necessary additions, language changes) prior to order processing.​
  • Prepare various revenue and deferred revenue entries, and document related audit support.​
  • Assist in producing insightful financial analyses and reports on a regular and ad hoc basis for executive and functional management teams, as well as the board and investors.​
  • Analyze current internal business processes and improve efficiency.​
Required Skills and Experience
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, CPA preferred.​
  • Strong technical accounting and research skills.​
  • 3-4 years of accounting related experience since graduation.​ Combination of public accounting and software industry experience is highly preferred.​ Straight public candidates with significant experience working with software or similar industry are considered.​
  • Strong attention to detail is required.​
  • Must be able to work independently and a team player.​
  • Proven experience working in a team under pressure to meet deadlines.​
  • Advanced Excel skills is preferred.​
  • Knowledge of NetSuite or another accounting system is a plus.​
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.​
Please email resume to Allan Fisher
www.pfssearch.com

Monday, April 11, 2011

New Position - Bookkeeper / Account Manager - Beverly Hills Business Management Firm

Prestigious Business Management firm seeks Bookkeepers / Account Managers for their rapidly expanding practice. This firm specializes in managing the bookkeeping, accounting, tax, and financial matters for entertainment industry performers and executives, and other high net worth individuals.

Position is located in Beverly Hills.

Requirements:
  • One or more years of Business Management Firm experience is MANDATORY!
  • Ability to interact with high profile, high net worth clients.
  • Experience with client A/P, A/R, payroll and payroll taxes.
  • Firms have needs in two areas: Will look at Account.
  • Manager or Assistant Account Manager, with salary based on experience.
  • Knowledge of DATAFACTION or similar software is a plus.
Benefits and Perks:
Full Employee Benefit Package provided by firm.
Salary 50,000 - 65,000

Email resume in Word format
www.pfssearch.com

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http://www.another71.com/ A great article from Another71 on a shocking trend.
Passing rates for the CPA exam are at their lowest level in the last 3 years.