Finance - Staff Accountant

Los Angeles Philharmonic•Los Angeles, CA

About The Position

The Staff Accountant supports the Finance department by preparing, reviewing, and analyzing accounting records, journal entries, reconciliations, and related schedules. The position contributes to accurate and timely financial reporting, supports month-end and year-end close processes, assists with audits and compliance requirements, and helps strengthen internal controls and process efficiency across assigned accounting areas. The role performs general accounting duties, prepares and maintains account reconciliations and supporting schedules, produces financial reports and analyses, and supports accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, and treasury activities. It also assists with audits and internal controls, works with internal departments and external parties to resolve transaction matters, and may provide support across other accounting areas as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, month-end close processes, account reconciliations, and financial reporting support.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and related business systems.
Ability to perform responsibilities with integrity, accuracy, and timeliness, while complying with GAAP and internal policies.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with excellent attention to detail.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain accounting matters clearly to non-finance partners.
Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines with limited supervision.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in Accounting, Finance, and the not-for-profit industry.
Familiarity with Microsoft Copilot.
Experience using Great Plains or a similar accounting system.

Responsibilities

Prepare, review, and post recurring and non-recurring journal entries, accruals, allocations, and reclassifications.
Review and research accounting transactions and maintain complete supporting documentation for assigned areas.
Prepare, review, and maintain monthly balance sheet account reconciliations and supporting schedules.
Assist with month-end and year-end close procedures, investigate variances and discrepancies, and help resolve reconciling items promptly.
Prepare ad hoc financial reports, schedules, account analyses, and other financial information using Microsoft Excel and applicable financial systems.
Support internal reporting, management decision-making, and the accuracy and completeness of financial records.
Review accounts payable invoices for appropriate general ledger coding, supporting documentation, and compliance with organizational policies.
Research invoice discrepancies, respond to vendor inquiries, and support accounts receivable activities, including reviewing and posting receipts and revenues.
Prepare daily cash reporting and monthly cash flow summaries, complete bank reconciliations, monitor bank activity, and help resolve cash-related discrepancies.
Maintain documentation and provide accounting information for cash flow reporting and liquidity analysis.
Assist with internal and external audits by compiling, organizing, and providing requested financial records and supporting documentation.
Maintain audit-ready reconciliations and schedules, support compliance with accounting policies and internal controls, and communicate identified discrepancies or control concerns to appropriate personnel.
Collaborate with internal departments, vendors, auditors, and other third parties to obtain documentation and resolve transaction-related matters.
Assist in other accounting areas, including accounts payable, payroll, fixed assets, and cash management, as needed to meet department objectives and business needs.