Senior Bookkeeper - Music and Entertainment clients

About us

Top accounting firm that services top-performing musicians and professional athletes is seeking a skilled Senior Bookkeeper or Staff Accountant to join their growing team. This hybrid position offers a laid-back work environment with a strong emphasis on work/life balance, especially during tax season. The firm values candidates with experience working with high-net-worth clients, ideally in the entertainment industry, and proficiency in Agilink or QuickBooks is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform general bookkeeping duties, including posting information to accounting software and regularly reconciling accounts.
• Pay debts as they come due, including necessary entries and maintaining files.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts regularly.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and reports.
• Conduct month-end and year-end closes.
• Prepare documents for audits.
• Assist in the development of the annual budget and periodic forecasting.
• Adhere to organizational procedures and policies.
• Use Agilink software proficiently to streamline accounting tasks.
• Maintain financial reports, records, and general ledgers for 10 clients.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role, with 5+ years of client bookkeeping at a CPA firm preferred.
• Proficiency in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger Reconciliations, and Bookkeeping.
• Experience in the preparation of financial statements and reports.
• Familiarity with month-end close and budgeting processes.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to multi-task.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Passion for the music/entertainment industry is a plus.
• Experience with Agilink or QuickBooks is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Medical insurance (mostly paid by employer).
• Dental and vision coverage.
• Life insurance.
• HSA (Health Savings Account).
• 401k with employer match.
• Annual raises and strong performance bonuses.
• 19 days of PTO per year, plus 10+ holidays and additional days off.

Pay

$65,000 - $80,000 per year.

Schedule

Hybrid position: 2 days per week remote, 3 days per week in the NJ office.