Staff Accountant

JOB OVERVIEW

This role is based in North Hollywood, CA and reports to the Accounting Manager. This role requires an individual who has experience in a fast-paced environment and is highly motivated with the ability to be flexible with ever-changing priorities. This role will support the finance team for the portfolio of businesses across the US, including unscripted, scripted, international, and joint ventures. Solid communication, technology, organizational and analytical skills are a must for success.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Generate invoice billing and prepare cash applications/receipts
• Maintain accurate information of actual and forecasted milestone payments on a project-by-project basis
• Participate in various internal departmental meetings; inquire and gather useful information for production tracking and milestone triggering
• Gathering and interpret agreements, budgets, cash flow schedules, and internal memos for financial commitments and obligations, and identifying any contingent liabilities
• Research and resolve billing/collection related issues as they arise
• Provide weekly updates on billing milestones to trigger unresolved billing issues and discrepancies
• Prepare and assemble financial data for audit
• Prepare and post journal entries, ensuring accurate financial reporting
• Provide ad hoc reports to executive management and development teams
• Maintain documentation ensuring ITV’s internal controls are maintained and all files are up to date
• Other duties as assigned

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, or a related field
• Minimum 2 years related work experience, preferably in the entertainment sector
• Excellent verbal and written communication, and interpersonal skills
• Detail and deadline-oriented, analytical and confidential
• Experience in Oracle Cloud and/or any large cloud-based accounting systems a plus
• Strong Excel and Google Suite capabilities
• Able to work under pressure and manage competing priorities, while staying focused and meeting deadlines without sacrificing accuracy
• Troubleshooter and problem solver
• Able to work independently and take initiative

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The pay range for this role is $33.65 to $38.46 per hour. This is a non-exempt role, and some overtime may be required. The base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, which may include office location, education, skills, and experience. This position is also eligible for our All-Staff Bonus Plan, subject to the rules of the plan. ITV offers full benefits, including but not limited to: medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401(k), life insurance, disability coverage, pet insurance, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), paid time off, and remote work days. While ITV remains committed to creating a flexible work environment, we believe that in-person collaboration is key. The current requirement is that employees report to the office three (3) days per week.

ABOUT ITV

Part of ITV Studios, the global production group, ITV America is behind some of the biggest brands on American television in non-scripted programming. It is the largest independent non-scripted producer in the U.S., through its successful production labels producing thousands of hours of successful programming across multiple broadcast and cable networks as well as digital and premium streamers. We are diversified by genre, geography and customer in the key creative markets and are known for bringing shows to life in the U.S., including “Love Island USA”, “Queer Eye”, “Hell’s Kitchen”, “Worst Roommate Ever”, “Pawn Stars”, “The Chase”, “The Real Housewives of NJ”, and many more. Visit us at: https://www.itv-america.com/