Manager Of Financial Reporting

Job Description

Who We Are

Creative Artists Agency (CAA) is the leading entertainment and sports agency, with global expertise in filmed and live entertainment, digital media, publishing, sponsorship sales and endorsements, media finance, consumer investing, fashion, trademark licensing, and philanthropy. Distinguished by its culture of collaboration and exceptional client service, CAA's diverse workforce identifies , innovates, and amplifies opportunities for the people and organizations that shape culture and inspire the world. The trailblazer of the agency business, CAA was the first to build a sports business, create an investment bank, launch a venture fund, found technology start-up companies, establish a philanthropic arm, build a business in China, and form a brand marketing services division, among other innovations. Named Most Valuable Sports Agency by Forbes for eight consecutive years, CAA represents more than 2,000 of the world's top athletes in football, baseball, basketball, hockey, soccer, in addition to coaches, on-air broadcasters, and sports personalities and works in the areas of broadcast rights, corporate marketing initiatives, social impact, and sports properties for sales and sponsorship opportunities. Founded in 1975, CAA is headquartered in Los Angeles, and has offices in New York, Nashville, Memphis, Chicago, Miami, London, Munich, Geneva, Stockholm, Shanghai, and Beijing, among other locations globally. 

The Role

The Manager of Financial Reporting will be a key member of CAA's expanding Financial Reporting Team . This role will report to the VP of Financial Reporting. This position is based
on
our Century City office and is a hybrid position (3 days in-office) . The Manager of Financial Reporting will be responsible for preparing our monthly and quarterly reporting packages, quarterly bank reporting financial statements and also assist with the preparation of annual financial statements in accordance with US GAAP . Additionally, this individual will assist with ad hoc technical accounting analyses including, but not limited to, business combinations, lease accounting implementation (842), equity valuations, asset acquisitions, intercompany transactions, goodwill impairment, investment accounting and stock-based compensation . The individual will be part of a growing team and be responsible for assisting the organization with implementing new/improved processes to promote process standardization, efficiencies and overall department performance improvement . It is critical that the individual in this role can effectively execute in a hybrid working environment.

Responsibilities
• Assist in global consolidation including, but not limited to, calculating reviewing and/or posting elimination entries and intercompany reconciliation review/investigation.
• Preparation of monthly board reporting package, including, but not limited to, financial statements in accordance with US GAAP and management adjusted P&L's.
• Preparation of monthly supplemental financial schedules, a focus on detailed transaction review to identify management EBITDA Adjustments.
• Assist in month-end closing process, including preparation and review of certain journal entries and preparation of quarterly general ledger roll-forward analyses.
• Assists with the preparation of quarterly bank reporting package in Workiva.
• Analyze specific fluctuations in monthly operating results and assist in the preparation of quarterly consolidated fluctuation analyses.
• Participate in implementation of accounting and/or reporting related systems.
• Assist with maintenance and documentation of company-wide accounting policies and procedures.
• Assist with successful completion of annual financial statement audit by functioning as a key contact with external auditors.
• Assist in the preparation and review of annual audited financial statements and footnote disclosures in accordance with US GAAP in Workiva.
• Regularly collaborate with general ledger accounting teams and financial reporting groups to identify, research and/or communicate findings on accounting-related questions regarding new/non-recurring business transactions, identification of EBITDA adjustments and other non-routine matters.

Qualifications
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business with an emphasis in Accounting , or a related field preferred
• 5+ years accounting/finance experience.
• Public accounting experience is a plus
• CPA is preferred.
• Previous experience utilizing financial management software packages:  MS Dynamics 365 (AX), Oracle and Workiva preferred, but not required.
• Must have experience with international consolidations and technical accounting research.
• Experience in dealing with management reporting requirements vs. US GAAP.
• Strong organization skills and an attention to detail
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, complex projects and meet deadlines.
• Experience managing processes and projects that involve collaborating with departments outside of accounting and teams across a global organization.
• Good computer skills; experience in accounting software, Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Excel skills is a plus.

Location

This role is based out of the Los Angeles office; Hybrid.

Compensation: The annual base salary for this position is in the range of $125,000-$150,000. This position also is eligible for benefits and discretionary bonus. Ultimately, the salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, business sector, and geographic location, among other criteria. Please talk with a CAA Recruiter to learn more.

The Company also complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws with regard to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g4qn31-18-223-172-252-42 in your application.