Description

　　Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc., ("MGM") is looking for a detail oriented Senior Analyst to join the MGM Corporate Accounting team. The MGM Corporate Accounting team is responsible for various accounting and reporting functions, including the monthly close and preparing quarterly deliverables for the Amazon team for SEC reporting in accordance with US GAAP. More specifically, this Senior Analyst will be focused on the following two areas: film cost accounting and theatrical distribution.

　　Key job responsibilities

　　Responsible for preparing journal entries related to film cost accounting, including capitalization of ASC 926 assets and related amortization expense

　　Responsible for preparing journal entries related to theatrical distribution

　　Responsible for analyzing and explaining fluctuations and providing meaningful financial reporting to management

　　Liaise with other divisions including MGM TV Accounting, Amazon Studios Accounting, Financial Planning, Production Finance, Theatrical Distribution, Participations, and Tax

　　Work with IT and other automation resources to automate manual journal entries and reconciliations in order to shorten the MGM financial close

　　Review and analyze various reports from production, including production trial balances, production bank reconciliations and cost reports

　　Review and analyze various reports related to theatrical distribution, including TDS reports, advertising accrual submissions, ultimates, and other reporting from third parties

　　Prepare key quarterly deliverables including balance sheet reconciliations and footnote disclosure support, as needed

　　Contribute to Amazon/ MGM integration process, including implementing new process changes and collaborating with Amazon management

　　Review agreements and interpret contractual terms to determine appropriate accounting treatment

　　Research technical accounting guidance and prepare internal technical accounting memos, as needed

　　Ensure compliance of appropriate accounting policies and internal controls

　　Ability to analyze complex accounting issues and process inefficiencies and recommend possible solutions

　　Ability to meet deadlines while juggling multiple priorities

　　We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:

　　Beverly Hills, CA, USA

　　Basic Qualifications

　　Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

　　Knowledge of GAAP research tools and the FASB codification

　　3+ years of accounting experience

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　MBA, or CPA

　　Experience working with large-scale data mining and reporting tools (examples: SQL, MS Access, Essbase, Cognos) and other financial systems (examples: Oracle, SAP, Lawson, JD Edwards)

　　Experience in accounting management in Big Four with Fortune 500 clients

　　Knowledge of SOX methodology and associated standards (sections 302, 404, AS5, PCAOB, etc.)

　　Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.

　　Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $27.36/hr in our lowest geographic market up to $61.92/hr in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.