Staff Accountant Intern

NFP•Los Angeles, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Ground Control (a Wealthspire company) is a business management firm that acts as a financial concierge, designing and implementing customized plans to meet the needs of their clients' careers and lifestyles. They serve leaders in entertainment, sports, and business, including actors, producers, writers, directors, professional athletes, innovators, and entrepreneurs. This Staff Accountant Intern role offers an aspiring Staff Accountant a firsthand look into the world of accounting, finance, and entertainment. The intern will support department managers and partners in all aspects of business management for assigned clients and entities. This includes shadowing and assisting with reviewing the work of account managers and bookkeepers, and maintaining the flow of information to the Managers. The position requires a basic understanding or desire to learn about accounting principles, a proactive attitude, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach.

Requirements

Basic understanding or desire to learn about accounting principles
Proactive attitude
Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and analysis
Collaborative approach
Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
Strong time management skills to meet deadlines
Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks effectively
Ability to express expectations and progress clearly in both written and oral communications
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work under pressure
Critical thinking to identify errors or discrepancies in financial records

Nice To Haves

Accounting background
Familiarity with tax laws and regulations

Responsibilities

Communicates directly with account managers and collaborates with team members on various client matters
Reviews and approves checks daily
Assists with cash flow management planning, budgeting, and expense projections
Assists with comprehensive client meeting packages
Assists with monthly and quarterly Fair Market Value reports
Assists with tax preparation for individuals, S& C corporations, LLCs. Clients are entertainers in film, music, productions, professional athletes
Assists with balance sheets and income statements monthly
Assists with deposit review
Assists with General ledger maintenance
Assists with investment review and aggregation
Assists with tracking and reviewing royalties
Assists with entity structure and formation, including loan out corporations for entertainers
Assists with debt planning