Who You Are

Do you love data collection and reconciliation? Are you analytical, highly detailed, and love solving puzzles in a team environment? Do you know the ins and outs of AP/AR, invoice tracking, billing, 1099 payroll, and union paperwork? If your answer is YES to all of these questions, then Bang Zoom! Studios is interested in you!

As the Post Production Accounting Assistant, you will perform a cross-functional role working with our Accounting and Production teams. The position requires collecting, compiling, sorting, calculating, verifying, and posting financial & project data for use in maintaining accounting records, project documents, such as invoices and checks, verifying and posting details of business transactions, funds received and disbursed, and totals accounts, though computer and online banking applications.

This role directly supports the Production and Accounting teams with billing, invoicing, payment, and collection services for internal and external projects.

Who We Are

We're a friendly and fun cast of individuals working together in an Industry-leading Post House. Bang Zoom! Studios is an award-winning, full-service post-production company. Our care for people and collaboration make working here an inclusive and marvelous experience.

Responsibilities include:

• Accounting data entry (e.g., budget update, journal entry posting – copy/paste/merge, bank statement download, update accounting logs).

• Assist in Quarterly and Year-End Tax Filings and other Annual Tax Form distributions (W2, 1042s, etc.)

• Project budget monitoring

• Income verifications for Participants

• Processing Garnishments for Child Support, IRS and FTB

• Accounting record keeping (e.g., account payables, general ledger, and other accounting documents, e-filing, scanning)

• Check reconciliation (e.g., check paid update for both distribution and A/P)

• Check disbursement (e.g., A/P check mailing, check copying – copies of canceled checks request)

• Process new hires (for both Funds, residual distribution participants)

• Assist Accounting Department

• Prepare various accounting monthly audit schedules.

• Occasional research to deepen understanding about the latest union contracts, rules, and payscale.

• Timely and accurate processing of paperwork, records, and file maintenance

• Weekly Payroll processing for talent/directors and distribution

• Accounts Payable including vendor setup

• SAG payroll

• Journal entries as requested

• Accounts receivable, including invoicing for initiated and completed projects

• Comply with all procedures for invoices, checks, and timecard approvals

• Elevate problems to Production and Accountant when necessary

• Provide possible solutions to problems presented

• Identify and implementation of possible job efficiencies

• Consistently communicate professionally, clearly, concisely, timely, and accurately with Accountant, Vendors, Casting, Payroll, New Business, and Post Production Employees

• · Performing other related duties as assigned

Qualifications and Requirements

• Associates Degree in a related field required; Bachelor's Degree preferred

• 2 years related work experience required

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook)

• Knowledge of Post Production Invoicing/Payroll

• Working knowledge of union pay requirements (e.g., Local 839, Local 700, SAG)

• Must be able to maintain confidentiality and security of confidential payroll data

• Proficiency in Excel

• Must be exceptional at analytical processes, critical thinking, and a problem-solver

• Must be well organized, detail-oriented, and a self-starter

• Must have integrity, honesty, and ethical mentality

Desired Characteristics:

• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding payroll and financial information

• Ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment

• Ability to work within deadlines and learn concepts quickly

• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize workloads

• Knowledge of Animation process/Animation industry experience

• Highly organized & flexible

• Strong time management skills

• Ability to communicate appropriately across all levels of the organization

• Strong communication skills: written and verbal

• Entertainment payroll accounting experience (e.g., Entertainment Partners)

Status: Fulltime with Benefits

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• GAAP: 1 year (Preferred)
• Accounting: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPA (Preferred)

Work Location: One location