Associate, Client Accounting

UTA seeks an experienced associate to join its Finance Client Accounting team. The Associate, Client Accounting, will be assigned to a UTA department and will serve as a point person for all accounting issues related to that department. This role will be responsible for working closely with agents and assistants to capture timely and accurate booking information in a GAAP-compliant accounting environment. This position is based in New York City, New York.

On a day-to-day basis, this role will entail new client bookings, review and modify existing bookings as necessary to reflect updated performance dates, meet with Agents/Assistants on a routine basis, and provide reporting to Agents to facilitate forecasting and collections. The Associate, Client Accounting, will establish and monitor quality metrics and continuously seek improvement in the process of tracking client bookings.

The salary range for this role is $70,400 to $75,000 commensurate with experience and skills.

What You Will Do

Meet with assigned agents regularly (1-2 times per month) and their assistants weekly to ensure complete and accurate booking data and reports

Ensure client payments are processed quickly and accurately and in compliance with all legal and tax requirements.

Liaise with clients and agents directly on invoices, statements, debits, tax matters, and any account questions/concerns they may have.

Enter and maintain client bookings and review data for accuracy and completeness while considering revenue recognition standards

Coordinate with counterparts at other companies as necessary to complete booking details

Provide regular reporting to agents to facilitate forecasting, collections, and insights into client performance

Coordinate with the Cash Management team as necessary to ensure payments are applied to the correct booking

Provide exceptional customer service to agents and other stakeholders

Understand accrual accounting, contracts administration, and systems to identify opportunities to improve the client booking process

Build long-term relationships based on trust and confidentiality

Assist with ad hoc requests

What You Will Need

Bachelor’s degree required

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field preferred

3+ years of any accounting experience preferred

Entertainment experience preferred

Prior experience in a customer service-focused role

Highly organized with strong attention to detail

Self-motivated and tenacious; to be successful, the role requires proactive persistence and follow-up

Proficient in Excel and Outlook

Strong attention to detail and ability to handle very high volume of transactions

Strong verbal and written communication skills

General understanding of fundamental accounting principles

Solid relationship-building skills and ability to interact with individuals at all levels (including management)

High-energy level and a strong work ethic. Self-starter with the ability to work independently but also collaboratively

Demonstrated ability to adhere to processes and procedures while working in a very fast-paced environment

Experience with financial & enterprise systems such as NetSuite

What You Will Get

The unique and exciting opportunity to work at one of a leading global entertainment companies

Access to the tools, leadership, and resources you will need to create and drive a center of excellence

The opportunity to do the best work of your career

Work in an inclusive and diverse company culture

Competitive programs to support your well-being

Experience working in a collaborative environment with room to grow

About UTA

UTA is a premier global talent agency built for the future of media and entertainment. The agency's diversified platform and best-in-class, client-first approach is innovative, collaborative, and positioned to lead in an evolving market. UTA represents the most celebrated artists, creatives, and brands, from icons and legends to next-generation talent. Its integrated capabilities span film and television, music, comedy, creators, sports, brands, news, publishing, speakers, theater, and more. It is based in Los Angeles with offices in the U.S., London, and Munich.

For more information: https://www.unitedtalent.com/about/

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