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AP Specialist / Staff Accountant

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Robert Half

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United States , Los Angeles

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Job Description:

An entertainment company in Hollywood is hiring an AP Specialist / Staff Accountant to manage the accounts payable process as well as contribute to staff accounting tasks.

Job Responsibility:

  • Process approximately 250 invoices per month, including PO verification and entry in Sage 300
  • Manage the full-cycle AP function: track down POs, confirm bank information, process payments, and ensure vendor compliance
  • Handle bank reconciliations, invoice imports, and credit card imports using Ramp (transitioning from Concur)
  • Support AR functions, including processing deposits and occasional billing tasks
  • Monitor project budgets
  • ensure all costs are properly coded through the PO/job costing system
  • Assist with ongoing upgrades of Sage 300 and collaborate on future migration to cloud solutions
  • Coordinate emergency tasks and special projects as they arise
  • Work directly with the Controller and management to support financial operations
  • Wear multiple hats as needed in our small team, contributing to general office, ad hoc financial, and operational support

Requirements:

  • 2+ years’ experience in Accounts Payable or Staff Accountant roles
  • entertainment or project/accounting background preferred
  • Proficiency in Sage 300 and experience with accounting software integrations
  • experience with PO systems and project job costing highly desirable
  • Tech savvy and adaptable, with an interest in process improvements and system upgrades
  • Bachelor’s degree is a plus
  • Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and problem-solving abilities
  • Proven experience in accounts payable, journal entries, and general ledger management
  • Strong knowledge of corporate tax, including sales tax and corporate tax return preparation
  • Proficiency in using accounting software, particularly Sage 300, and familiarity with online financial tools
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a small team
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple tasks efficiently
  • Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and compliance in financial reporting
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred
  • Previous experience in the entertainment industry or a similar field is a plus

Nice to have:

  • Previous experience working in entertainment
  • experience with Sage 300
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Previous experience in the entertainment industry or a similar field
What we offer:
  • medical
  • vision
  • dental
  • life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 21, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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