Job Description
Job DescriptionWe are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a growing music venue in Los Angeles, California and help manage core accounting activities across a diverse mix of business lines. This position is well suited for someone who enjoys a high-energy environment and can bring structure to financial processes while supporting an expanding operation. The role will play a key part in maintaining accurate records, contributing to close activities, and delivering reliable reporting for leadership.
Responsibilities:
• Record general ledger transactions and prepare journal entries that support accurate financial reporting.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit card activity, and balance sheet accounts on a regular monthly schedule.
• Contribute to month-end and year-end close tasks to help ensure deadlines are met and financial data is complete.
• Monitor and reconcile revenue generated from ticketing, food and beverage sales, merchandise, private events, and other venue-related sources.
• Review deferred revenue activity, cash handling records, and daily sales information to maintain accuracy across operating channels.
• Maintain schedules for fixed assets and prepaid expenses and update supporting documentation as needed.
• Assist with the accurate processing and recording of both accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
• Prepare financial reports and analyze fluctuations or trends to support decision-making by management.
• Support tax-related reporting needs, including sales and liquor tax filings, while helping maintain compliance requirements.
• Work closely with operations and venue teams while using Sage Intacct to strengthen accounting procedures, internal controls, and reporting practices as the business grows.• At least 3 years of accounting experience, ideally within hospitality, entertainment, events, restaurants, or another multi-revenue environment.
• Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, journal entry preparation, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities.
• Hands-on experience with Sage Intacct is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including tools such as VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables.
• Familiarity with revenue recognition concepts and accounting in cash-intensive operations is a plus.
• Ability to produce accurate work with strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.
• Comfortable working in a growing business environment where processes are being established and refined.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.