Senior Accountant

Cineverse is a global streaming technology and entertainment company with one of the world's largest portfolios of owned and operated streaming channels, all powered by its advanced, proprietary technology platform. Cineverse currently features enthusiast brands for subscription video on demand (SVOD), advertising-based video on demand (AVOD) and free, ad-supported streaming television (FAST) channels. Cineverse entertains consumers around the globe by providing premium feature film and television series, enthusiast streaming channels and technology services to some of the world's largest media, retail and technology companies. For more information, please visit www.cineverse.com.

NOTE: Cineverse is currently a 100% work-from-home company.  While we may return to an office environment in the future, we do not have plans to return to an office setting at this time.  When we return to an office environment, the incumbent may be required to work from the office on a part or full-time basis, as needed.  We are committed to providing a safe work environment for all employees.

Cineverse is searching for a Senior Accountant to join our fast-paced and exciting company. The ideal candidate will be an organized, self-starter, with 4+ years of general accounting experience, a team player with a 'can-do' attitude, a willingness to do what is needed to help achieve company and departmental goals, and the ability to work through large data sets and sources with speed and accuracy.  The position will report to the Director and will interact directly with other accounting/finance team members and, periodically, senior management.

Essential Functions:

• Ensures the integrity of accounting information by recording, verifying, consolidating, and entering transactions.
• Liaise with customers across various revenue streams to send invoices and follow-ups.
• Responsible person for an account with deep expertise and knowledge in Accounts receivable, accruals & recons.
• Work cross-functionally, collaborating with teams across the company to ensure appropriate revenue recognition, accrual and amortization of expenses, project implementation and process improvements.
• Perform multiple account analysis and complex reconciliations to ensure accurate reporting and ledger maintenance.
• Compile and reconcile different sources of data to calculate and recognize different lines of revenue.
• Independently identify and resolve accounting discrepancies and irregularities.
• Escalate issues and present recommendations to management.
• Support variance analysis and other ad-hoc financial reports as needed.
• Active involvement in the month-end, quarter-end and year-end close process.
• Ensure all transactions are accounted for in accordance with US GAAP.
• Assist with the implementation of financial systems, controls, policies and procedures to support the rapid growth and expansion of the company.
• Drive process improvement and identify opportunities for cost savings.
• Interact with accounting management regarding corporate financial matters.
• Collaborate with sales teams and engage directly on call with customers to ensure seamless communication and support
• Take lead to set up calls to recon accounts

Essential Qualifications/Competencies:

• Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process.
• Thorough knowledge of basic accounting procedures.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel with intermediate-level experience using the other applications within the MS Office Suite.
• Knowledge and thorough understanding of US GAAP.
• Experience with the creation of journal entries, revenue recognition and account reconciliations.
• Experience with NetSuite is a PLUS.
• Prior experience in major media, entertainment or technology services company is a PLUS
• Demonstrated leadership and coaching skills, experience managing teams and projects.
• Must be able to multi-task; be well-organized, detail-oriented, and able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Great interpersonal skills - maintain confidentiality, remains open to others' ideas, and exhibits willingness to try new things.
• Ability to communicate clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations and demonstrates group presentation skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting\Finance required.
• Minimum 4-5 years of progressive general accounting experience.
• Public accounting experience is a PLUS
• CPA designation is a PLUS
• Experience with Accounts Receivable processes is PLUS
• Background in accounts receivable, general ledger, FLUX analysis, journal entries & financial statement is required
• Must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.  This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Cineverse is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not tolerate or promote discrimination or harassment of any kind. Cineverse does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition, family care status, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.