Trust Accounting Associate, Follow-up (Commercials)

Responsibilities

Basic accounts receivable and accounts payable duties
Follow‑up on client monies and outstanding invoices
Data entry and billing tasks
Create and manage customized Excel spreadsheets for clients
Review contracts and booking reports to ensure accurate information is entered into the accounting system
Investigate held checks or wires with client teams to submit missing bookings
Assist agents and assistants with coordinating booking report submission questions
Perform additional accounting tasks as requested by supervisors and management
Escalate missing booking report collections to the Trust Accounting Supervisor when no response within the defined timeframe
Maintain communication with agents, assistants, managers, attorneys, studio contacts, and the trust department
Follow‑up on open items where an agent is no longer with CAA but resolution is required
Complete month‑end close tasks for accounts receivable, booking revenue according to recognition policies and closing schedules
Maintain monthly analysis of all general ledger accounts related to commissions and accounts receivable
Reconcile other accounts receivable-related accounts (unapplied cash, unclaimed credits, clearing, accrual, bad debt)
Perform accurate monthly billing adjustments and handle billing questions and discrepancies
Support the accounts receivable budget process by providing information, identifying variances, and implementing corrective actions
Conduct monthly training for new agent assistants, including familiarity with trust accounting functions and booking submission procedures
Identify and collect on past‑due balances while maintaining positive client relationships
Assist with special projects, company initiatives, and process improvement initiatives
Collect, upload, and update profit statements and booking/invoicing supplier grids
Qualifications

Preferred: Bachelor’s degree
3+ years of finance and accounting experience
Entertainment industry experience preferred
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Effective teamwork and ability to represent company culture
High energy, enthusiasm, and strong multitasking abilities
Capability to manage conflicting priorities in a fast‑paced, high‑volume, dynamic corporate environment
Unimpeachable integrity and ability to maintain confidential information
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Typing speed of 45 words per minute by touch, and 10‑key speed
Excellent organizational, critical‑thinking, and problem‑solving skills
Initiative and willingness to take on additional work
Location & Compensation

The role will be hybrid, based in Los Angeles. The base hourly rate is $28.00 – $32.00. The position is also eligible for benefits and a discretionary bonus. Pay may vary based on relevant experience, time in role, business sector, and geographic location.
Equal Employment Opportunity

Creative Artists Agency, LLC (the “Company”) is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate on the basis of race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, creed, gender or sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, family and medical care leave status, military or veteran status, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The absence of a permanent address is not a bar to employment. The Company does not discriminate against individuals based on housing status. The Company also complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws regarding reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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