Senior Accountant

Motion Picture Industry Pension & Health Plans • Los Angeles, CA

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About The Position

The Senior Accountant is a key member of MPI’s Finance & Accounting department, responsible for detailed financial reporting for the Plans, ensuring accuracy and compliance, and assisting with annual audits. The role also supports budgeting, management and Board reporting, internal controls, financial analysis, and strategic projects. Candidates are asked to submit a current resume, cover letter, and compensation requirements. MPI requires employees to be vaccinated against Covid-19, with exceptions as required by law.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum 5–7 years of current experience in accounting or finance.
• Knowledge of GAAP, accounting standards, and financial statements.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Working knowledge of ERP financial systems.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to build working relationships and collaborate with personnel at all levels, including senior management and external stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with changing priorities, communicate changes in scope and schedule to relevant parties, and adhere to reporting deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and high standards for quality and accurate reporting.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion.
• Familiarity with union contracts and their provisions, and ability to execute provisions relating to compensation.
• Excellent attendance and reliability, with ability to work extended hours as needed.

Nice To Haves

• CPA and/or MBA.
• Experience in trust fund accounting, trust statement preparation, health plans, or pension plans.
• Experience with Microsoft Business Central, Power BI, and/or Dynamics 365.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and analyze complex journal entries, reconciliations, and schedules for high-volume accounts.
• Consolidate financial results across multiple entities, including intercompany eliminations and reconciliations.
• Prepare, review, and analyze monthly financial statements.
• Prepare supporting schedules for monthly management reports and Board of Director meetings.
• Maintain report mapping and ensure report accuracy.
• Develop financial reports and dashboards to improve visibility into results and support decision-making.
• Prepare investment manager statement reconciliations.
• Assist with annual budget preparation by gathering inputs, consolidating data, and ensuring accuracy across departments.
• Prepare, analyze, and distribute monthly budget-versus-actual reports, highlighting key variances and trends for leadership review.
• Perform ad hoc analysis to evaluate risks, opportunities, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Assist with preparation for the annual audit, other audits, and Form 5500 filings.
• Assist in reviewing daily cash and accounts payable for proper approval and coding.
• Support strategic projects such as system implementations, process automation, and reporting enhancements.
• Adhere to and suggest improvements for Finance & Accounting Department policies and procedures.
• Coordinate with other departments to maintain and follow internal controls and procedures for the Plans.
• Serve as backup to other senior accountants for tax payments, investment statements, and other responsibilities.
• Support accounting staff as needed and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Free medical coverage.
• Free dental coverage.
• Free behavioral health coverage.
• Free vision coverage.
• Generous paid time off.
• Retirement benefits, including pension and 401(k).
• Supplemental benefits, including discounted pet insurance.
• Professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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