UTA seeks a Senior Accountant to join our International Accounting team in our London office. Working closely with external accounting advisers, auditors and internal teams, the Senior Accountant will prepare and review financial information, coordinate audit deliverables and contribute to month-end accounting and financial analysis. The ideal candidate will be a motivated accountant with strong attention to detail.

What Will You Do

Assist in the preparation and review of annual financial statements and footnote disclosures of all designated entities as well as the UK consolidated financial statements

Support month-end and year-end close processes, including preparing monthly journal entries and reconciliations for complex transactions

Manage intercompany accounting, including recurring charges, loans, eliminations, and settlement across domestic and international entities

Handle multi-currency transactions, revaluation, and translation

Prepare monthly balance sheet account reconciliations and promptly resolve issues

Prepare monthly balance sheet and income statement variance analysis explanations

Ensure compliance with UK GAAP, US GAAP, and internal controls

Research and review technical accounting questions and impact to the Company

Support external audits and tax provisions by preparing schedules and responding to requests

Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities in the close

Prepare ad hoc reports and analysis

Assist with special projects as needed

What Will You Need

ACA or ACCA qualification

A minimum of three years’ experience in audit

Strong technical knowledge of UK accounting standards, financial reporting and regulatory requirements

Experience with multi-entity consolidations and intercompany accounting

Proficient with Microsoft Excel including VLOOKUP and pivot tables

Ability to use AI tools to improve efficiency in financial analysis, reporting and accounting processes, while applying professional judgement, validating outputs and maintaining data confidentiality

Strong time-management skills, with experience prioritising competing demands and working with tight deadlines

Strong analytical skills and close attention to detail

Clear communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external advisers

High-energy level and a strong pro-active work ethic; self-starter with the ability to work independently

Desirable experience

Experience in the entertainment or media industry

Experience with US GAAP

NetSuite experience a plus

What You Will Get

The unique and exciting opportunity to work at one of a leading global entertainment companies

Access to the tools, leadership, and resources you will need to create and drive a center of excellence

The opportunity to do the best work of your career

Work in an inclusive and diverse company culture

Competitive programs to support your well-being

Experience working in a collaborative environment with room to grow

About UTA

UTA is a premier global talent agency built for the future of media and entertainment. The agency's diversified platform and best-in-class, client-first approach is innovative, collaborative, and positioned to lead in an evolving market. UTA represents the most celebrated artists, creatives, and brands, from icons and legends to next-generation talent. Its integrated capabilities span film and television, music, comedy, creators, sports, brands, news, publishing, speakers, theater, and more. It is based in Los Angeles with offices in the U.S., London, and Munich.

For more information: https://www.unitedtalent.com/about/

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