Senior Accountant

WELCOME TO HARTBEAT. WE ARE COMEDY. WE ARE CULTURE.

HARTBEAT is the global, multi-platform media company founded by Kevin Hart with a mission to keep the world laughing together. Operating at the intersection of comedy and culture, we are dedicated to creating, producing distributing, and marketing compelling content and experiences that make your heart beat a little faster.

Led by an award-winning team, Hartbeat is a trusted creative partner for the world’s top entertainment companies, platforms, and brands. We drive cultural impact and generate sales, subscriptions, buzz, and conversation with some of the most coveted audiences.

We are committed to nurturing the next generation of diverse comedians while collaborating with established comedy legends. Our ecosystem supports talent, content and brands across various formats, platforms, and opportunities in TV, film, digital, audio, and experiential.

Our flagship consumer brand, LOL! Network, engages audiences through its owned-and-operated social media channels, audio content, and partnerships with OTT platforms.

THE ROLE:

We are seeking a Senior Accountant to join our Accounting team as a member of Hartbeat’s Finance & Strategy department. The Senior Accountant reports to the Accounting Manager, is responsible for managing the Staff Accounting and working alongside the VP Controller, VP of Finance and Finance Manager.

Please note that Hartbeat has a flex schedule of 4 days in office a week.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for Month-End close process and booking journal entries.

• Oversee A/R and A/P activities; (vendor approval & management, vendor communications, bill approvals process, etc.)

• Maintain the Company’s various balance sheet registers (fixed assets, original content, prepaids, etc.) and prepare the amortization and depreciation entries.

• Prepare Month-End reconciliations and roll-forward schedules and assist in preparing financial statements for management review.

• Collaborate with various business units to track project and production status and ensure proper documentation and preparation for revenue recognition entries.

• Analyze current procedures and controls and take initiative to recommend, develop, and drive process improvements to achieve efficiency and scalability.

• Assist in preparing financial schedules and detailed support as part of the annual audit.

• Responsible for managing and mentoring the Accounting Staff.

• Assist with exiting ad-hoc projects.

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

• 2+ years of accounting experience (entertainment industry experience preferred but not required)

• Strong proficiency in Excel (vlookups, pivot tables, etc.)

• Must have experience in NetSuite

• Experience with other ERP and AP Automation tools such as Airtable, Ramp, bill.com, Salesforce, etc.)

• Knowledge of US GAAP (specifically ASC 606 and ASC 920 & ASC 926)

• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally across Hartbeat and with external clients

• Excellent attention to detail

• Willingness to take initiative as a self-starter and team-player

• Demonstrates problem solving skills and ability to identify issues and suggest solutions

WORK HARD, LAUGH HARDER

Look, it’s called work for a reason. We show up for our teammates, our partners, and our audience. We’re a high-energy culture, where EVERYONE IS A HEADLINER, expected to give their best performance. But that doesn’t mean it can’t be fun, meaningful, and inspiring. Because if you’re not having fun at work, you’re missing a good time!

So, if you hate fun, never like to laugh, and hardly ever smile, we have the job for you – somewhere else. But if you believe in a culture of creativity, entrepreneurialism, inclusion, hustle, and heart – while prioritizing fun and funny – you belong here.

Must be 18 years or older and willing to submit to a reference check and must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.

BENEFITS

We got you! Hartbeat provides eligible employees competitive benefits, including: Medical, dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, paid vacation and holiday pay and generous family leave policies. We also offer 401(k) retirement savings plan, flexible spending account and an unlimited supply of laughs on company time (aftershock giggles may spill into personal time) and more!

COMPENSATION

Actual compensation within the pay range will be decided based on factors including, but not limited to, skills, competencies, prior relevant experience, and work location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses and incentives.

Hartbeat also offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, that include healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan including an employer match, family planning, paid time off, paid parental leave, several paid holidays, and more.

NOTICES

We take this seriously. Hartbeat provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. As an equal opportunity employer, Hartbeat will provide reasonable accommodations as required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws.