Staff Accountant - Los Angeles About Barnstorm Barnstorm is an Emmy and VES-nominated visual effects studio based in Los Angeles with operations in Vancouver, Montreal, New York City, Atlanta, and London. We provide photo-realistic visual effects for episodic television and select feature film sequences. We pride ourselves on our artists' talent, collaboration, and dedication to producing world-class visual effects. Who You Are You are a detail-oriented and organized accounting professional who enjoys working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. You take pride in accuracy, maintain confidentiality, and are comfortable managing multiple priorities while meeting deadlines. You have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, communicate effectively across departments, and are proactive in improving financial processes and maintaining accurate records. What You'll Do * Manage day-to-day accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger entries. * Process invoices, expense reports, and vendor payments in a timely and accurate manner. * Perform monthly bank and account reconciliations. * Assist with month-end and year-end close processes. * Prepare journal entries and maintain supporting documentation. * Support financial reporting and provide analysis as required. * Perform consolidations and intercompany reconciliations. * Work with accrual-based accounting across multiple currencies. * Apply knowledge of US and/or Canadian GAAP to accounting processes and financial reporting. * Support payroll processing by coordinating with internal teams and external providers as needed. Payroll processing experience is considered an asset. * Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow tracking. * Prepare documentation and schedules for external audits and tax filings. * Maintain accurate financial records and organize supporting documentation. * Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows and internal controls. * Collaborate with production, operations, HR, and leadership teams on financial matters and reporting requirements. * Perform other accounting and finance duties as assigned. What You Bring * Bachelor's degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience. * 3–5 years of accounting experience, preferably in the entertainment, media, VFX, animation, or creative industries. * Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting. * Familiarity with US and/or Canadian GAAP. * Experience with accrual-based accounting and multiple currencies. * Experience with accounting software and ERP systems. * Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, and Macros. * Proficiency with Google Workspace (G Suite). * Excellent organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail. * Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and consistently meet deadlines. * Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. * Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment. * High level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion when handling confidential financial information. * Payroll processing experience is considered an asset. * CPA designation or progress toward CPA certification is considered an asset. About This Role * Position: Staff Accountant * Location: Los Angeles, CA * Work Arrangement: In-person * Employment Type: Full-time, permanent Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Barnstorm VFX is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. We aim to recruit, support, and retain talented individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, people of color, people of all genders or non-genders, and people with disabilities. We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Staff Accountant - LA

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