Accounting Manager

About Beatport

For over 20 years, Beatport has been the global leader in DJ and club culture, pushing the boundaries of dance music to all corners of the world. Created by DJs for DJs, Beatport has always been dedicated to innovating new products and services to support evolving generations of music performers and producers.

The Beatport Group includes some of the best-known brands in DJ culture, including Beatport, Beatsource, Loopmasters, Plugin Boutique, Loopcloud, Beatport Streaming, Ampsuite, LabelRadar, Beatport.io & The International Music Summit (IMS). We are consistently looking for bright, creative professionals with diverse perspectives and backgrounds.

Where you come in:

The Beatport Group is seeking a full-time Accounting Manager to play a key role in the company's accounting function. This role will manage the accounting close, lead a team of accountants, and be integral in the audit process and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of professional accounting experience in media and/or technology businesses, preferably in music. This role reports to the SVP, Finance and will manage a small team of accountants. This is a hybrid position located in Los Angeles, CA 90021 and will require a right to live and work in the USA without the need for sponsorship.

As Accounting Manager you will be responsible for:

• Managing the accounting close, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Reviewing journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial schedules.
• Maintaining and reconciling the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Ensuring that internal and external accounting and financial reporting is delivered in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and applicable guidance.
• Managing transactions and financial reporting in multiple currencies, ensuring accurate rates, revaluation, and translation.
• Ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations in an international environment, including VAT, sales tax and other regulatory requirements.
• Managing audits and regulatory requirements, working closely with external auditors and internal teams.
• Establishing and maintaining internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure the integrity of financial data.
• Identifying opportunities and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the accounting function.
• Leading and developing a high-performing accounting team, fostering a culture of learning, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to support business objectives.

As Accounting Manager you will need:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting and management experience in a dynamic, high growth environment.
• CPA certification is highly preferred.
• Experience in the media and/or technology industry, preferably in music.
• In-depth knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience working in a global environment with knowledge of foreign currency reporting and VAT requirements.
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of building and developing teams.
• Highly detail oriented with a passion and curiosity for automation, technology, and improving workflows.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively and effectively with all levels of an organization.

How to apply

Please apply with your resume and any relevant links by clicking the "apply" link

Benefits

We offer a responsible and exciting proposal with an international range. The position is within a highly motivated team with a positive working climate, allowing you to express your talent fully. In addition, we offer appropriate remuneration and very good development opportunities within a dynamically growing enterprise. Beyond this, the position provides an intensive integration into the international music scene.

• Hybrid working
• Participation in company's annual bonus pool program
• A professional environment with room for creativity and fun
• VIP Access to select music events & Livestream
• Focus Days
• Flexible PTO
• Health, dental, and vision insurance (varies by country)
• + more

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Beatport Group strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

Hiring Practices

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Beatport's recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. Beatport may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, Internet recruiting, job fairs and college recruiting. Beatport does not accept speculative CV's from employment agencies unless specifically requested by the Talent Team.