Sr. Accountant

Red Bull•Santa Monica, CA

12d

About The Position

The Senior Accountant plays a critical role in ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting for RB Media House North America (RBMH). This position is responsible for performing key accounting functions, including account reconciliations, journal entry preparation, payroll, daily cash management, and financial reporting. The role will support the integrity of the general ledger and collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders to maintain compliance and financial accuracy.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited college or university
Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience
Solid understanding of GAAP
Strong Microsoft Excel skills (Pivot Tables and V-Lookups)
Proven track record in effectively communicating with all levels of an organization
Ability to take initiative with strong multi-tasking and organizational skills
Team player in a multi-cultural environment with strong interpersonal skills
Strong work ethic and willing to work extra hours and weekends during quarter-end and year-end closes to meet deadlines

Nice To Haves

Public accounting experience/CPA
SAP knowledge

Responsibilities

Maintain and distribute the daily cash position report to key stakeholders
Review and clear items flagged in the Wells Fargo fraud filter to ensure uninterrupted payment processing
Monitor weekly liquidity needs and request funding from Parent Company when necessary
Post and record all incoming and outgoing wires and ACH transactions on a weekly basis
Reconcile cash activity to the general ledger and bank statements as part of month-end
Prepare and send invoices related to sponsorship and content licensing agreements
Maintain the Accounts Receivable ledger and work with RBMH team to resolve outstanding balances and past due accounts
Schedule monthly meeting with RBMH Controlling and Sales team to review monthly sales
Post monthly reclass entries to properly recognize earned revenue in accordance with contractual terms and GAAP
Maintain and update the unearned revenue log to ensure timely and accurate revenue recognition
Ensure compliance with internal revenue recognition policies and accounting standards (ASC 606) if applicable
Assist with customer related questions from Athlete Performance team timely
Reconcile biweekly payroll to ensure accuracy of GL against bank debit
Post biweekly payroll timely prior to bank rec deadline
Coordinate with HR or payroll related to 401k debits or variance to the bank
Support month-end close by ensuring payroll entries are accurately reflected in the general ledger
Reconcile all RB Media House bank accounts as part of monthly close process
Post required accruals and reclass journal entries in coordination with RBMH Finance controlling team
Prepare and reconcile balance sheet schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness of financials
Confirm the validity of newly acquired fixed assets and create entries in the fixed asset system as needed
Run monthly depreciation and maintain fixed asset roll forward reports for Accounting and Tax team
Prepare the content distribution revenue report and post the Intercompany invoice from Red Bull GmbH
Prepare and submit the cost-plus calculation for review in accordance with intercompany agreements
Post RBMH cost plus invoice timely and accurately
Upload RBMH financial data into Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) for group consolidation
Prepare and deliver supporting documentation for the RBMH audit reporting package
Facilitate both interim and year-end audit requests timely and organized manner
Prepare and submit PBC items preceding audit fieldwork
Compile and submit sample support documentation as requested by external auditors
Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure completeness and accuracy of audit deliverables
Reconcile and post RBMH American Express meeting corporate card
Reconcile and post RBMH airfare American Express corporate card
Review and process RBNA distributor billbacks
Provide coding for incoming RB Records royalties for Staff Accountant
Prepare royalty statements as required for RB Records
Assist with developing new processes to increase efficiency for the growing business
Serve as point of contact for RBMH field teams on accounting related inquiries
Conduct special accounting projects as assigned by management
Provide Tax team with any reports needed for planning or external audits
Assist and provide guidance to Staff Accountants as needed on daily tasks and accounting processes
Promote collaboration and knowledge sharing within the Finance team to enhance overall efficiency