THE AGENCY
Creative Artists Agency (CAA) is the leading entertainment and sports agency, with global expertise in filmed and live entertainment, digital media, publishing, sponsorship sales and endorsements, media finance, consumer investing, fashion, trademark licensing, and philanthropy. Distinguished by its culture of collaboration and exceptional client service, CAA’s diverse workforce identifies, innovates, and amplifies opportunities for the people and organisations that shape culture and inspire the world. The trailblazer of the agency business, CAA was the first to build a sports business, create an investment bank, launch a venture fund, found technology start-up companies, establish a philanthropic arm, build a business in China, and form a brand marketing services division, among other innovations.
Named Most Valuable Sports Agency by Forbes for nine consecutive years, CAA represents more than 3,000 of the world’s top athletes in football, baseball, basketball, hockey, and soccer, in addition to coaches, on-air broadcasters, and sports personalities and works in the areas of broadcast rights, corporate marketing initiatives, social impact, executive search, and sports properties for sales and sponsorship opportunities. Founded in 1975, CAA is headquartered in Los Angeles, and has offices in New York, Nashville, Memphis, Chicago, Miami, London, Munich, Geneva, Stockholm, Shanghai, and Beijing, among other locations globally.
OVERVIEW
We are seeking a professional to strengthen the TV and Speakers Trust Accounting team. This position will be focused on various accounting tasks and will be responsible for providing accurate, timely accounting information to assist in day-to-day processes for TV (Scripted and Non Scripted) and Speakers clients. This is a perfect opportunity for a professional who thrives in a fast-paced accounting environment.
Responsibilities:
Reviewing TV and Speakers contracts, schedules and bookings for accuracy and compliance when submitted to the finance system.Preparing and delivering buyer invoices on AX when requested by agent’s or their assistants.Tracking, allocating and chasing invoice payments for TV and Speakers clients.Preparing daily bank reconciliations for the client trust bank accounts.Match and apply cash receipts to payment lines on booking reports (i.e., cash receipt application) for TV and Speakers clients.Preparing and reviewing client commission invoices and statements for the TV and Speakers departments.Handle agent/client/manager/trust accountant queries regarding cash receipts, invoicing and client payments.Perform other assigned tasks and duties necessary to support the Music and TV Trust Accounts team, coordinating with the other Trust Accounting teams when required.Escalate issues, as needed, to the Trust supervisor or the Financial Controller.Communicate and feedback to management regularly on the developing TV and Speakers department processes.Request and help implement process improvements where necessary to further develop processes as these departments grow further.QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS
Previous experience in a similar role would be preferred.Good basic knowledge and experience of accounting, including bank reconciliations and multi-currency transactions.Experience with Excel and Outlook.Conscientious worker with attention to accuracy and detail.Excellent critical thinking and a pro-active attitude/takes ownership of their roleFriendly and personable manner and able to liaise with confidence in dealings with Agents, Promoters and Artist Business Managers.Ability to work under multiple tight deadlines and prioritise effectively.Excellent verbal and written communication skills when dealing with both internal and external stakeholders.Ability to be a team player with a conscientious and motivated attitude.Excellent organisational skills.Ability to develop business relationships with individuals globally, at all levels.Ability to remain highly discreet with personal and confidential information.Experience working in an Accounts Receivable team desirable.Experience working in the Media and Entertainment industry desirable.Please ensure you provide complete and legible information in your application. An incomplete application may affect your consideration for employment.Creative Artists Agency (“CAA”) is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and creating a workplace culture in which diversity and inclusion is valued and everyone is treated with dignity and respect. As part of our zero-tolerance approach to discrimination in any form, you and any job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation, or any other legally recognised protected basis under UK law.Please inform CAA’s Recruitment Department if you need any assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.CAA does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless they were contractually engaged by CAA to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any such employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the acknowledgement and agreement that CAA will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.