Accountant - Entry Level

We are looking for a detail-oriented entry-level accounting team member to join a California-based team supporting trust-related financial operations in the television space. This contract position with potential for a long-term opportunity is well suited for someone who enjoys working with reconciliations, transaction follow-up, and day-to-day accounting support in a structured environment. The role offers an opportunity to build hands-on experience across payables, receivables, and journal activity while contributing to accurate and timely financial records.

Responsibilities:

• Review trust-related financial activity and follow up on outstanding items to help maintain accurate account balances
• Prepare and post routine accounting entries while ensuring supporting documentation is complete and properly organized
• Assist with accounts payable processing, including verifying invoice details and coordinating timely payment handling
• Support accounts receivable tasks by tracking incoming funds, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining up-to-date records
• Perform bank and account reconciliations to identify variances and help ensure financial data is accurate
• Communicate with internal teams and external contacts to research open issues and obtain missing transaction information
• Help maintain accounting records during operational updates or workflow changes when assigned as part of the finance process
• Exposure to accounts payable and accounts receivable functions
• Working knowledge of bank reconciliations and general account reconciliation practices
• Ability to prepare basic accounting entries with strong attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage follow-up tasks consistently
• Clear written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with multiple stakeholders
• Proficiency with standard accounting systems and Microsoft Excel or similar spreadsheet tools