Primary Wave Music Publishing, LLC Looking for CORPORATE CONTROLLER at New York, NY  Full Time

Job Description:
We are looking for an enthusiastic colleague with a dedicated work ethic and a sharp mind to be responsible for all areas within accounting and financial reporting.  The ideal candidate must be able to think and act strategically but also be hands-on for the full accounting cycle, with strong analytical and communication skills.  This role reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer and has one direct report (Senior Accountant).

As the Controller, we will rely on you to successfully coordinate and manage relationships with talent managers, film & TV development personnel, external consultants, audit and tax service providers in performing the following:

• Responsible for accuracy and completion of monthly financial statements in a timely manner in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (US GAAP)
• Perform and oversee multi-entity month-end close activities including consolidations and eliminations, all journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations
• Along with the COO and HR Manager, process payroll, benefits & payroll tax journal entries
• Along with CFO, prepare budgets and forecasts; provide regular variances to each
• Maintain a strong and effective system of internal financial controls for the organization
• Act as point person for yearly financial audit and as a liaison with outside tax consultants for all tax matters
• Maintain and issue bi-weekly cash flow forecasts to ensure healthy treasury and liquidity management
• Interact with Talent Managers and client agents/business managers regarding annual budgets and forecasts and ongoing collections of commissions; effectively communicate any variances to budget with the team
• Interact with Film & TV development staff regarding annual budgets, ongoing revenue projections, collections of producer fees, and payments of production expenses
• Work with the Senior Accountant to calculate talent manager and film/TV development commission splits; issuing monthly joint venture statements
• Oversee all Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and T&E management
• Oversee and ensure accuracy and timeliness of 1099/1042 reporting for all corporate entities
• Prepare timely and accurate management- and investor-level reports; respond to any and all additional requests for information in order to help inform executive decision-making
• Communicate regularly with the CFO regarding all major issues impacting financial operations and reporting
• Maintain a constant eye towards process improvements and efficiencies

Experience and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required, CPA preferred
• 10+ years of relevant work experience, entertainment industry experience preferred
• Experience with accounting software and data manipulation required
• Strong knowledge of accounting and financial reporting
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy; ability to multi-task
• Ability to meet deadlines with varying degrees of pressure and able to handle confidential information responsibly and with integrity
• Must be self-starter with ability to work effectively in a fast-paced entrepreneurial work environment

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.