Senior Accountant, MGM Television Accounting

DESCRIPTION

Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc., ("MGM") is looking for a Senior Accountant to join the Television Accounting team. The Television Accounting team oversees the accounting and reporting functions relating to the development, production, acquisition, licensing, and distribution of television content. The Senior Accountant will primarily support all accounting functions relating to MGM's television distribution and content business.

Key job responsibilities

• Responsible for the monthly accounting close including preparing journal entries, analyzing and explaining fluctuations and variances, and providing meaningful financial reporting to management.

• Review television licensing agreements and interpret contractual terms to determine appropriate revenue recognition under ASC 606.

• Research technical accounting guidance and prepare internal technical accounting memos, as needed.

• Collaborate with cross-functional business partners including Finance, Production, Tax, and Sales to maintain flow of communication and support

• Ensure compliance of appropriate accounting policies and internal controls.

• Analyze current procedures. Recommend, develop, and drive process improvements to achieve efficiency and scalability.

• Review and analyze reporting packages from MGM's foreign subsidiaries.

• Build trust with senior management through effective communication.

• Contribute to exciting ad hoc projects.

We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:

Beverly Hills, CA, USA

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years of finance or a related analytical field experience

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• CPA

• Strong proficiency in Excel

• SAP experience

• Prior public accounting experience in the entertainment industry

• Self-motivated, Detail-Oriented, Curious, Enthusiastic, and Adaptable

• Operate efficiently in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment

• Effective verbal and written communication

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $56,900/year in our lowest geographic market up to $128,800/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.