Production Accountant - 2nd Assistant

Full Time Job
Work Locations: With the exception of some select roles that have in-office requirements, A+E Networks operates on a flexible model that allows for remote, hybrid or full time in office work (in certain locales).

Office locations include New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, and Stamford, CT.

Our list of eligible states in which employees may work remotely includes: California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

Job Description

THE ROLE: Production Accountant – 2nd Assistant

The Production Accountant – 2nd Assistant will be responsible for accurate financial tracking and accounting of Six West and Category Six Media unscripted productions and development projects. This role will have an emphasis on invoice management, labor costs and payroll, and general ledger activity. This is a key AP function in a team of a rapidly growing division of A+E Networks.

MORE ABOUT WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Act as key liaison between Six West / Category 6 Production Management and all other clients regarding expense transitions.
• Process Atrium invoices and coordinate labor costs on a weekly basis.
• Oversee all non-labor AP Invoices.
• Prepare general ledger entries for all series and development productions in process.
• Maintain invoice log of all expense transactions made to outside vendors.
• Remit all cash payments to 3rd party vendors via online banking platform.
• Lead best-practice document management and retention.
• Support other team members via cross-training and act as backup when called upon.
• Weekly Check Register postings
• Maintain and Update Funding and PAC log

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:

On our team, you'll have the opportunity to innovate and learn. You will learn. You will not be alone. You'll have an opportunity to build transformational financial solutions & supporting core areas of business. Also, you'll be able to seek out new strategies and implement them where they make sense. In addition, you'll be able to build & manage strong relationships of cross functional partners that understand our business and are eager to push the envelope wherever possible. Finally, you'll be exposed to various A+E departments and stakeholders to learn the goals, needs and direction so you can become a trusted partner.

YOUR STORY:
• 2-5 Years of Production Accounting Experience
• Experience with fast-paced production environment
• Experience with accounts payable, payroll and standard production labor partners (i.e. Entertainment Partners)
• Experience with Smart Start, Smart Accounting and Air table
• Excellent general ledger management and reconciliation skills
• Can work well in a group of other accountants
• Excellent communication skills

CompensationHourly Pay Range: $25.96 - $34.62Annual Incentive Target: 5%

The annual/hourly pay range displayed serves as a good faith estimate of the

minimum and maximum base pay range for this role. Compensation for the role will

be based on a number of different factors such as a candidate's qualifications, skills,

competencies, location, and experience. A+E offers a competitive total compensation

package, which includes healthcare coverage, 401k matching, and a range of other benefits. Learn more at aenetworks.com/careers.

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