Accountant I

Kforce's client in Hollywood, CA is seeking a detail-oriented Accountant I to support day-to-day accounting and finance operations, including Accounts Payable, expense reporting, reconciliations, account coding, purchase orders, and month-end close. This role requires strong accounting fundamentals, excellent organization, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process and review Accounts Payable transactions and payment requests
• Review contracts and supporting documentation to verify payment terms
• Review employee expense reports for accuracy and proper coding
• Code expenses and ensure appropriate approvals are obtained
• Create and maintain purchase orders and payment schedules
• Prepare supporting documentation for journal entries
• Prepare and maintain account reconciliation workbooks
• Monitor vendor payments and resolve payment or setup issues
• Support vendor onboarding and account maintenance
• Review payroll and timecard information as needed
• Assist with month-end close activities
• Maintain accurate financial records, files, and supporting documentation
• Support internal and external audits and financial reporting activities
• Collaborate with Finance, HR, Operations, and other departments to resolve accounting issues
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 2+ years of accounting, finance, payroll, or related experience
• Accounts Payable and expense report processing experience
• Experience with account coding, purchase orders, and reconciliations
• Month-end close experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Excel
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Preferred Qualifications:

• Oracle or similar ERP experience
• Smart View experience
• Entertainment, media, or production accounting experience
• Experience with Entertainment Partners or similar production accounting systems
• Experience reviewing contracts and extracting financial information
• Adobe Acrobat proficiency

Key Skills:

• General Accounting
• Accounts Payable
• Expense Reporting
• Account Reconciliations
• Month-End Close
• Purchase Orders
• Account Coding
• Journal Entry Support
• Vendor Management
• Oracle
• Smart View
• Microsoft Excel
• Financial Documentation
• Audit Support

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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