Accounting Advisory, Media & Entertainment - Director (LA OR NYC)

Company: Dallas
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: April 23, 2025

Job Description:

Director, Media & Entertainment Accounting

Learn more about the general tasks related to this opportunity below, as well as required skills.

Location: Los Angeles, CA (Downtown) or New York, NY (Madison Ave)

HYBRD: (2-3 days on-site)

Industry: Accounting

Duration: PERM/Direct Hire

About Our Client:

Our client is a global accounting and business advisory firm with over 1000 former Big 4 professionals. Founded in 2001, they offer expertise across a wide range of areas including technical accounting, capital markets, and transaction advisory, delivered with an independent and hands-on approach. Operating from 28 offices across the Americas, Europe, and Asia Pacific, they also provide a comprehensive suite of services to thousands of global clients.

Job Description:

Our client, a global accounting advisory firm, is seeking a Director of Media & Entertainment Accounting to be based in either Los Angeles or New York City (hybrid). This role demands a seasoned professional with deep expertise in M&E accounting, particularly direct experience with film and movie accounting (ASC 926), ultimate revenue recognition, and production cost capitalization. The ideal candidate will possess a strong Big 4 background, a comprehensive understanding of US GAAP and SEC regulations, and proven leadership skills in client management, business development, and team mentorship. This is a permanent position requiring a CPA, extensive relevant experience, and strong communication and interpersonal abilities.

Required Experience/Skills:

---ASC 926 Exposure (direct experience with film and movie ONLY accounting required)
---Ultimate Revenue
---Capitalization of Production Cost


Responsibilities:

---Solve complex M&E accounting issues (content capitalization, impairment, revenue recognition, intellectual property valuation) independently.
---Leverage U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, and industry guidance to enhance the practice's technical capabilities.
---Develop and lead targeted M&E accounting training programs.
---Take full ownership of engagement and project deliverables for M&E clients.
---Lead client delivery and relationships, serving as the primary point of contact.
---Consistently communicate issues and provide well-articulated solutions to clients.
---Deliver outstanding written communication and drive billable hours and exceptional client service.
---Ensure optimal staffing and utilization of team members within the M&E practice.
---Drive practice growth and business development by generating leads and securing new M&E clients.
---Proactively identify and scope opportunities at existing M&E clients.
---Build and maintain a strong network of M&E industry contacts.
---Enhance brand through active participation in industry events and boards.
---Participate in the recruiting process (interviewing and referrals).
---Ensure compliance with firm policies (timesheets, invoicing, etc.).
---Mentor all professionals and encourage their growth.
---Lead by example, demonstrating strong ethics and teamwork.
---Drive overall firm growth and development through initiatives.
---Actively engage in the community to enhance the firm's external brand.
---Contribute to the practice's strategic direction and improvements.


Minimum Requirements:

---Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or Commerce plus 8 years of experience in Accounting (3-year foreign degree acceptable).
---Alternatively, a Master's Degree or equivalent in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or Commerce plus 8 years of experience in Accounting.
---At least 2.5 years of Big 4 public accounting experience.
---Eligibility for overtime pay.


Must Have:

---CPA certification.
---Extensive professional experience with US GAAP and SEC reporting regulations.
---Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
---International accounting experience.
---Mastery of mentoring, speaking, presenting, training, and writing skills


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