Description

Who We Are:

MRC is a diversified global entertainment company with divisions including Film, Television, Live & Alternative and Non-Fiction, as well as joint ventures in data and publishing.

The Role: 

The Staff Accountant is an integral part of the MRC Accounting team, reporting directly to the Accounting Director. MRC is a highly cross-functional organization, and the Staff Accountant will work with colleagues across all functional areas and divisions, learning the business inside-and-out. The primary responsibilities include the day-to-day completion of Corporate Accounting functions (e.g., Accounts Receivable, Cash Application, Account Reconciliation, Journal Entries, Variance Analysis, etc.) and support of period-end financial close and the management reporting process. A successful candidate has strong analytical skills, strong Generally Accepted Accounting Principles [GAAP] accounting knowledge, prioritizes and manages multiple tasks at once, has a strong desire to learn, and thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the quarterly and monthly financial close process and support the preparation of internal management reporting and analysis.
• Account Reconciliation and resolution of differences
• Improve cash forecasting
• Assist in the quarterly financial statements and preparation of the annual footnotes.
• Support the Audit during the annual financial statement audit and 3rd party participation audits.
• Track and report financial commitments across divisions.
• Support team on ad-hoc projects
• Help identify and drive impactful process improvements.

Experience and Qualifications: 

• Minimum 2 years of public accounting experience required
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, with a stellar academic record
• Strong technical GAAP background and experience with financial statement preparation
• Big Four public accounting experience and/or entertainment industry experience is preferrable
• A CPA or CPA in progress is a plus
• Must be Experienced with Excel
• Intellectual curiosity, strong desire to learn, and a passion for media, entertainment, and technology
• Detail oriented with project management skills
• Strong independent problem-solving skills with ability to thrive in a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment
• Strong work ethic, high sense of urgency, and ability to excel at detail-oriented tasks while maintaining a high-level view.

MRC places great emphasis on creating a safe, inclusive, and diverse work environment. 

Please note that COVID 19 vaccination is a condition of employment at MRC. 

No Phone Calls. No agencies please.

Due to the volume of resumes that we receive, only those candidates selected for consideration will be contacted.

MRC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, medical condition (including genetic characteristics), mental and/or physical disability or handicap, marital status, sex, age, veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, political party preference, political belief, socioeconomic status, familial status, registered domestic partner status, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions and any other characteristic or activity protected by federal, state or local law