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FIFTH SEASON · 3 days ago

Sr. Analyst, Accounts Payable

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$74K/yr - $80K/yr

5+ years exp

FIFTH SEASON is a leading global independent studio that specializes in the development, financing, production and distribution of feature films, premium television series and documentaries. They are seeking a detail-oriented, project-focused Sr. Accounts Payable Analyst to support and enhance the day-to-day operations of the Accounts Payable function, ensuring accuracy and compliance while contributing to accounting close activities and AP analytics.

ContentMedia and EntertainmentTV Production

Responsibilities

Support end-to-end AP execution for vendor invoices, payments, and employee expense reimbursements, ensuring timely, accurate processing and issue resolution

Oversee the T&E workflow by monitoring employee expense report submissions, resolving exceptions, and coordinating approvals/corrections to ensure employees are reimbursed on time

Support the invoice processing team with invoice validation/approvals, coding support, exception handling, and payment readiness in accordance with internal controls policies

Work with the vendor management team to support new vendor setups, master data updates, banking changes, tax documentation etc. ensuring completeness and required approvals

Provide coverage across core AP activities during peak periods and team absences to maintain continuity and meet deadlines

Partner with Cash Management, Finance, and business approvers to coordinate payment timing and resolve AP matters

Produce and maintain AP operational reporting (aging, open items, cycle times, exceptions, reimbursement timeliness, ticket/SLA trends) and related analyses

Participate in month-end close activities, including preparing AP-related journal entries, account reconciliations and researching variances, and documenting resolutions in accordance with internal controls policies

Support external audits by compiling requested support, responding to inquiries, and tracking open items to completion

Lead various projects, ad hoc projects and process improvements across accounting operations including system enhancements and workflow standardization

Qualification

Accounts Payable experienceAnalytical skillsERP systems SAPERP systems ConcurRisk assessment techniquesAP-related tax regulationsAudit processesCommunication skillsTime managementProblem-solving skillsAttention to detail

Required

A bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or related field

Minimum of 5 years of accounts payable experience, preferably in the entertainment industry

Knowledge of risk assessment techniques and experience in managing financial and operational risks

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels

Experience in developing and enforcing accounts payable policies and procedures to ensure compliance and efficiency

Strong time management and project organization skills with the ability to prioritize competing requests, manage multiple workstreams simultaneously, and consistently meet deadlines

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret financial data and make informed decisions

High attention to detail and accuracy in managing financial transactions and records

Familiarity with audit processes and requirements, with experience supporting both internal and external audits. Direct Sarbanes-Oxley experience is a plus

Knowledge and experience with AP-related tax regulations including filing 1099, 1042 and other filings such as VAT

Experience with ERP systems, such as SAP and Concur