About Gelfand, Rennert & Feldman
Founded in 1967, Gelfand, Rennert & Feldman ("GRF") is a leading full-service business management firm for an exclusive assortment of entertainers, executives and select high net worth individuals. Our 30 partners and over 600 staff members deliver comprehensive financial services in the fields of music, motion pictures, television, sports, literature, and other creative and performing arts. Our firm has offices in Los Angeles, New York City, Nashville, San Rafael, Wilmington, and London.
We are seeking a Senior Bookkeeper with ideally entertainment business management and touring experience to join our team of dedicated professionals.
Location: This position can be based out of Century City (CA) on a hybrid basis.
Overview of Role: The Senior Bookkeeper is responsible for computing, classifying, and recording financial transactions to ensure the financial records of the client are accurate and assisting the Account Manager or Senior Account Manager in overseeing the finances of the assigned clients.
Responsibilities
- Process and review accounts payable and accounts receivable
- Perform and review credit card and bank reconciliations
- Maintain electronic filing system
- General communication with vendors, clients, and client representatives via phone, email, and in-person
- Perform and review cash flow reports and cash balances as required
- Assist in assembling information for year-end tax packages for accountants
- Provide assistance on insurance questions
- Identify, trace, and correct errors
- Prepare and review 1099 reports
- Prepare and review journal entries
- Assist in the preparation and processing of payroll, as well as applicable reporting
- Print reports (such as financial statements) for review
- Other projects and duties as assigned
A successful candidate will possess the following qualifications:
- 2+ years of bookkeeping experience in an entertainment business management firm
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required; Associate's degree is preferred
- Excellent communication skills (in person, on the phone, and via email)
- Ability to analyze and interpret accounting data
- Thorough knowledge of financial record-keeping methods, procedures, and practices
- Ability to review financial documents for accuracy, completeness, validity, and adherence to standards
- Understanding of a chart of accounts, mortgages and leases, payroll taxes, and use of divisions and journals
- Keen eye for details
- Solid interpersonal skills and other key soft skills (i.e., communication, time management, emotional intelligence, adaptability, active listening, critical-thinking, etc.)
- Experience with AgilLink and/or DataFaction software is required
Candidate information, including education and work experience, is verified upon an offer of employment. Falsification of application information may be grounds for denying employment.
Benefits & Pay
We offer a diverse and employee-friendly environment with great work/life balance. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
- Multiple Medical, Dental and Vision plans (including HSA and FSA options)
- Generous paid time off policy
- Paid holidays
- Hybrid work flexibility
- 401(k) with discretionary match
- Discretionary performance bonus
- Tuition assistance and career advancement programs
- CPA program (employer-paid prep materials, paid time off to study and sit for exams, a CPA completion bonus, continued education and license renewals)
- Early office closures for major holidays
- Discretionary profit-sharing program
- Employee and client referral bonus
- Commuter benefits
- Wellness program
This is a non-exempt, overtime eligible position. Employee compensation is determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to, employee education/training/credentials, employee work experience, work location (including if the employee will be hybrid or fully in-office), the scope and responsibilities of the role, internal peer equity, and market considerations. The expected base compensation hiring range for these positions is as follows:
- Sr. Bookkeeper: $56992 to $73,091 per year
Gelfand, Rennert & Feldman is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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What We Do
Founded in 1967, Gelfand, Rennert & Feldman ("GRF") is a leading full-service business management firm for an exclusive assortment of entertainers, executives and select high net worth individuals. Our 30 partners and over 650 staff members deliver comprehensive financial services in the fields of music, motion pictures, television, sports, literature and other creative and performing arts.
The Firm has 10 locations in the U.S. and the U.K., with offices in Los Angeles, New York, Nashville, San Rafael, Wilmington, Boston, and London.
