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Accountant I

Equiliem
medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, 401(k)
United States, California, Hollywood
Nov 14, 2026
Job Title: Accountant I Location: Hollywood, CA Pay per hour: $44.00 - $47.00 Job Diva Number: 26-12248 Job summary The Accountant I is responsible for processing payment requests, reviewing payroll and timecard data, coding accounts payable transactions, and supporting month-end close activities. This role collaborates with HR, production, and contract administration teams to ensure accurate financial operations, primarily within the entertainment industry. The position requires strong organizational skills and attention to detail while managing multiple priorities. Responsibilities Process payment requests by verifying contract terms and updating payment schedules Review weekly payroll and timecard data for accuracy and completeness Code accounts payable transactions for term deal and overhead expenses, securing approvals and ensuring timely payments Collaborate with HR and production teams to support term deal requirements and assist other departments Partner with Contract Administration to resolve vendor setup issues and support onboarding/offboarding Assist with month-end close activities related to Smart Accounting systems Maintain accurate working files and documentation to support financial audits and reporting Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field 2 years of relevant experience in finance, accounting, or payroll operations, preferably in the entertainment industry Proficient in MS Office and Adobe Acrobat; experience with Oracle, Smart View, or Entertainment Partner system is a plus Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally Self-motivated, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities Additional Details Entertainment or media industry experience preferred Must be capable of working full time onsite with the team Regular use of Adobe Acrobat for consolidating files and extracting information from contracts Experience working in Finance/Accounting in production entertainment is highly preferred About Equiliem Equiliem believes in empowering success. It's our job to cultivate relationships that connect people and employers in a way that is inclusive, intelligent, and allows both to thrive. Across the U.S., leading companies in healthcare, government, engineering, manufacturing, professional services, and energy rely on us for their workforce solutions. Our recruiting and HR services include contract and direct hire staffing, Payrolling/EOR, Independent Contractor Compliance, and Managed Services. For almost 30 years, we've helped shape our industry. Today, we continue to research, ask questions, and continuously enhance the candidate journey and client experience. Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees, which includes: Medical Insurance Vision & Dental Insurance Life Insurance Matching 401(k) Commuter Benefits Employee Discounts & Rewards Payroll Payment Options Future Communication Consent By applying, you are providing consent for Equiliem to engage with you via phone calls, AI-generated calls, AI-generated text messages, standard text messages, and/or emails to share job opportunities. Consistent with our Privacy Policy, information obtained will not be shared with third parties for marketing or promotional purposes. Message frequency may vary for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You may reply STOP to cancel or HELP for assistance. EEO Employer Equiliem is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Equiliem will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [emailprotected] or (732) 238-6050.