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LHH Recruitment Solutions is hiring: Trust Accounting Associate, Motion Pictures

LHH Recruitment Solutions, Los Angeles, CA, US

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Job Description

Job Description

Trust Accounting Associate – Entertainment Industry
Location: Century City (Hybrid work schedule after training)
Pay: $24-27/hour (based on experience)
Temp-to-Hire Opportunity

About the Role:

Seeking an accounting professional with experience in residuals, participations, or royalties, ideally within the entertainment industry.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Ensure accurate entry of financial data from contracts and participation reports.

  • Identify discrepancies in participation statements and flag potential audit opportunities.

  • Maintain relationships with studio accounting teams for reporting and compliance.

  • Prepare and distribute reports on contractual financial obligations for new releases.

  • Investigate and resolve client payment issues, ensuring proper allocations.

  • Collaborate with agents and assistants to address financial inquiries.

  • Manage collections and escalate unresolved issues when necessary.

  • Perform month-end close for A/R, ensuring revenue is booked accurately.

  • Analyze general ledger accounts related to commissions and receivables.

  • Assist with ad hoc financial projects and support business affairs requests.

  • Contribute to budgeting efforts by identifying variances and corrective actions.

  • Conduct training sessions for new assistants on accounting procedures.

  • Participate in special projects and process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.

  • Minimum of 3 years in accounting, preferably in entertainment.

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

  • Experience with 10-key and a typing speed of 45 WPM is preferred.

  • A proactive team player with a strong sense of integrity and confidentiality.



Pay Details: $24.00 to $27.00 per hour

Search managed by: Allison Lau

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance