Accounting Analyst

Role Overview

The Accounting Analyst will play a critical role in supporting both the Accounting and HR teams. This position involves daily involvement with invoice processing, expense monitoring, transaction management using Stampli, and payroll support for staff and models. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-focused, and motivated to develop expertise in accounting as well as HR/payroll functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate onboarding documentation for models, production, and studio employees, ensuring completeness and regulatory compliance.
• Support payroll preparation by validating timecards and organizing payroll data.
• Manage employee personnel and payroll records.
• Address basic HR and payroll inquiries and escalate complex issues appropriately.
• Perform accounting duties including financial data analysis, report generation, and compliance adherence.
• Assist with forecasting, budgeting using historical financial data to aid strategic financial planning.
• Process and code vendor invoices through Stampli, and facilitate approval workflows.
• Handle Stampli credit card transactions, ensuring accurate coding, uploading receipts, and performing reconciliations.
• Support Accounts Payable tasks such as data entry and record filing.
• Contribute to month-end closing activities by assisting in reconciliations and financial reporting.
• Track expenses and credit card charges to guarantee proper classification and documentation.
• Maintain vendor records and assist with audit preparations when necessary.
• Provide occasional assistance on accounting, finance projects, and brand FP&A financial analysis initiatives.
• Occasional support for HR/payroll or accounting projects.
• Work within a fast-paced production and creative environment, requiring 2-3 days onsite presence with some flexibility for special projects or shoots.

Job Requirements

• 2 to 3 years background in accounting, payroll, or HR support; a strong foundation in accounting is preferred.
• Experience with Accounts Payable procedures, invoice coding, account reconciliations, and credit card transaction oversight.
• Familiarity with Stampli preferred; experience with alternative invoice and expense management systems is advantageous.
• Basic payroll administration knowledge; exposure to Paylocity and verifying I-9 documentation is beneficial.
• Competency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets; experience with accounting software is a plus.
• Exceptional attention to detail coupled with strong organizational skills and discretion handling confidential information.

Physical Requirements

• Regular activities include sitting, typing, frequent standing and walking.
• Occasional lifting (under 25 pounds), pushing, pulling, bending, and stooping; physical demands reflect a combination of office and light manual tasks.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage ranging from $30 to $35, variable based on qualifications, experience and location.
• Eligible for bonuses as part of the overall compensation package.
• Full benefits package including a 401(K) plan with employer matching contributions.