Trust Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Trust Accountant to join our team on a Contract-to-Permanent basis in Los Angeles, California. This role focuses on ensuring accurate invoicing, timely client payments, and efficient management of accounts receivable and payable processes. The ideal candidate will excel in data entry, billing, and creating customized spreadsheets tailored to client needs. Experience within music, events, or touring is highly preferred!

Responsibilities :

• Review contracts and booking reports to ensure accurate data entry into the accounting system.
• Investigate held checks or wires and coordinate with client teams to resolve missing bookings.
• Assist agents and their teams with booking report submissions and related inquiries.
• Complete month-end close processes for accounts receivable, including revenue recognition and schedule updates.
• Analyze and maintain general ledger accounts related to commissions and accounts receivable on a monthly basis.
• Reconcile accounts such as unapplied cash, unclaimed credits, clearing, accruals, and bad debts.
• Perform billing adjustments and address questions or discrepancies with accuracy.
• Provide training to new agent assistants on trust accounting procedures and booking submissions.
• Identify and collect past-due balances while fostering positive client relationships.
• Support special projects, company initiatives, and process improvement efforts as needed.
• Proficiency in account reconciliation and accounts payable processes.
• Experience with check runs, invoice coding, and invoice processing.
• Strong skills in data entry and attention to detail.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel for spreadsheet creation and analysis.
• Familiarity with QuickBooks and other accounting software.
• Ability to manage billing adjustments and resolve discrepancies efficiently.
• Excellent communication skills for client interactions and team collaboration.