Swank Motion Pictures

Public performance licensing for motion pictures

Staff Accountant

Financial AccountingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeSt. Louis, MO, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

The candidate must have 5–7 years of accounting experience in a similar role.
The candidate must have a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
The candidate must demonstrate exceptional attention to detail and focus on accuracy.
The candidate must maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information appropriately.
The candidate must be able to collaborate across teams and communicate effectively.
The candidate must work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
The candidate must demonstrate professional skepticism and willingness to ask questions and learn.
The candidate must be organized and able to multitask effectively.
The candidate must have advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and complex formulas.
The candidate must understand accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
The candidate must be able to manage large datasets and perform detailed analysis accurately.
The candidate must know state sales tax regulations and filing requirements.

Responsibilities

Prepare and file state sales tax returns, and research and respond to customer sales tax inquiries.
Coordinate and ensure compliance with business licensing requirements.
Prepare and analyze financial support documents to ensure accuracy.
Reconcile general ledger accounts and resolve discrepancies.
Verify and reconcile corporate credit card charges.
Assist with the month-end closing process, ensuring accounts are reconciled and closed on time.
Prepare and post journal entries to reflect financial activities.
Maintain the fixed asset system and ensure accurate tracking and reporting.
Support cash management, including managing payment exceptions and processing ACH and wire payments.
Maintain and update Excel spreadsheets for markets, customers, and accounts, managing large datasets efficiently.
Generate supplemental reports as required by management for financial analysis.
Complete month-end close accurately and on time, with all accounts fully reconciled each month.
Improve the efficiency and accuracy of financial data management, including Excel models and schedules.
Collaborate across the Finance team and other departments to enhance communication and workflow.
Maintain compliance with closing reconciliations and reporting requirements for affiliated businesses.
Support external and tax audits.
Track performance metrics and identify process improvements.
Adapt to changing regulations and accounting practices; research and collaborate to resolve discrepancies while meeting deadlines.

Desired Qualifications

Familiarity with NetSuite or similar accounting systems is a plus.
Familiarity with Avalara and/or Sovos tax systems is a plus.
A CPA is preferred but not required.

Staff Accountant

Swank Motion Pictures · St. Louis, United States (Hybrid) · Full-time · Posted 2026-07-31

Workplace: hybrid

Description

The Staff Accountant is responsible for preparing and analyzing financial schedules, performing general accounting tasks, and managing full cycle accounts payable processes. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent relevant accounting experience. This role supports the month-end close process, prepares and files state sales tax returns, reconciles accounts, and ensures the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting. The Staff Accountant must possess strong attention to detail, advanced Microsoft Excel skills, and the ability to work effectively within tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

Compliance & Reporting

Prepare and file state sales tax and research and respond to customer sales tax inquiries
Coordinate and ensure compliance with business licensing requirements

Financial Analysis & Account Reconciliation

Prepare and analyze financial support documents to ensure accuracy
Reconcile general ledger accounts and resolve discrepancies
Verify and reconcile corporate credit card charges

Month-End Close & General Accounting

Assist in the month-end closing process, ensuring all accounts are reconciled and closed on time
Prepare and post journal entries to reflect financial activities
Maintain the fixed asset system, ensuring accurate tracking and reporting
Support cash management activities, including managing payment exceptions and processing of ACH/wire payments

Financial Data Management & Reporting

Maintain and update Excel spreadsheets for various markets, customers, and accounts, managing large datasets efficiently
Generate supplemental reports as required by management for financial analysis

Key Performance Metrics

Ensure the timely and accurate completion of the month-end closing process, with all accounts fully reconciled each month
Improve the efficiency and accuracy of financial data management, including Excel models and schedules
Foster effective cross-functional collaboration within the Finance team and other departments to enhance communication and overall workflow
Maintain compliance with closing reconciliations and reporting requirements for affiliated businesses
Support audits, including external and tax audits

Technical Skills

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the use of pivot tables, v-lookups, and complex formulas
Familiarity with NetSuite or similar accounting systems is a plus
Familiarity with Avalara and/or Sovos tax systems is a plus
Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards
Ability to manage large data sets and perform detailed analysis with high accuracy
Knowledge of state sales tax regulations and filing requirements

Performance Expectations

Price of Admission Competencies:

Customer Focus
Ensures financial accuracy and compliance by preparing reports, reconciling accounts, and managing sales tax filings
Supports internal teams with timely financial data and responses to inquiries
Ensures Accountability
Manages month-end closing, journal entries, and reconciliations. Ensures accurate and timely sales tax filings and financial data management
Tracks performance metrics and identifies process improvements
Action Oriented
Handles ledger reconciliations, credit card verifications, and month-end close activities
Identifies and resolves discrepancies to improve accuracy and efficiency in financial reporting
Manages Ambiguity
Adapts to changing regulations and accounting practices
Uses research and collaboration to resolve discrepancies and ensure compliance while meeting deadlines

Requirements

5-7 years of accounting experience in a similar role
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience
CPA preferred but not required
Exceptional attention to detail and a strong focus on accuracy in all tasks
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information appropriately
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams
Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
High degree of professional skepticism and willingness to ask questions and learn
Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask effectively

Benefits

Comprehensive compensation and healthcare packages, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance products
401(k) plan with employer match
Competitive paid time off: vacation, personal time, holidays, and winter break
Company sponsored volunteer & community outreach opportunities
Organizational growth potential through our company sponsored online learning platforms
Hybrid work schedule with on-site work Monday through Thursday and the option to work from home on Fridays, subject to change based on evolving business needs and priorities

EOE, including disabilities and veterans

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About the Company

Swank Motion Pictures

Public performance licensing for motion pictures

Swank Motion Pictures provides public performance licensing and licensed films for non-theatrical venues, such as schools, libraries, hospitals, cruise lines, trains, parks, and museums. It grants venues the rights to publicly screen films and supplies legally cleared movie content for those screenings. It differentiates itself as the world’s largest non-theatrical distributor with a long history and a global reach across many markets. Its goal is to offer reliable, legally compliant access to a wide catalog of films so organizations can entertain and educate their audiences through film.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: St. Louis, MO
Founded: 1937

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