Manager, Client Accounting

United Talent Agency • Los Angeles, CA

1d • $95,000 - $110,000

About The Position

UTA is seeking an experienced Manager, Client Accounting to serve as the primary point of contact for accounting issues within assigned departments. Reporting to the Director of Client Accounting, the manager works closely with agents, team members, and assistants to capture timely and accurate booking information in a GAAP-compliant environment. The role manages the booking process from start to finish, establishes and monitors quality metrics, and continually improves how client bookings are tracked.

The manager oversees a department team and its daily work, including booking accuracy, client payment processing, funds, controls, and service delivery. The role also partners regularly with GL and FP&A teams and communicates with agents, clients, and other internal and external stakeholders. The position requires strong organization, attention to detail, communication, relationship-building, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

The salary range is $95,000 to $110,000, commensurate with experience and skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required; a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field is preferred.
• At least 6 years of accounting experience.
• Highly organized, with strong attention to detail and the ability to handle a very high volume of transactions.
• Self-motivated and tenacious, with persistence and follow-up.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent understanding of fundamental accounting principles, including revenue recognition.
• Excellent relationship-building skills and ability to interact with individuals at all levels, including management.
• High energy, proven work ethic, and ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.
• Ability to adhere to processes and procedures in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent proficiency in Microsoft systems and other accounting systems.
• Experience with financial and enterprise systems such as NetSuite.

Nice To Haves

• Entertainment experience.
• Prior experience in a customer-service-focused role.
• A degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Build and own relationships with agents and their assistants to ensure complete and accurate booking data and reports, meeting with them one to two times per month.
• Maintain client bookings and review data for accuracy and completeness while considering revenue recognition standards.
• Oversee team members to ensure bookings are correct and client payments are processed accurately and in compliance with legal, GAAP, and tax requirements.
• Work directly with clients and agents on invoices, statements, debits, tax matters such as 1099 and 1042 forms, and account questions or concerns.
• Communicate with internal and external parties about booking matters and provide exceptional customer service to agents and other stakeholders.
• Oversee and approve activities performed at all levels, including batch approvals.
• Oversee identified funds for the department and triage client payment errors.
• Manage ad hoc projects and special requests.
• Implement process improvements across the team and systems, and provide status updates to upper management.
• Map and understand current processes and adhere to best practices, including a three-business-day turnaround for deposits.
• Own key controls and best practices.
• Establish partnerships and collaborate on team initiatives.
• Manage the department team on a daily basis and monitor and review team members’ metrics.
• Sync regularly with GL and FP&A teams.

Benefits

• Competitive programs to support employee well-being.
• Opportunity to work in a collaborative environment with room to grow.
• Access to tools, leadership, and resources to create and drive a center of excellence.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager