Project Accountant
Company Name
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Los Angeles, CA, El Segundo, California
Basic
Posted about 13 hours ago
The Project Accountant supports the organization’s financial and operational goals by performing a variety of project accounting and administrative duties. Key responsibilities include preparing pay applications, processing subcontractor invoices, managing compliance documentation, and coordinating payment workflows. This role plays a vital part in maintaining project financial accuracy, ensuring timely payments from clients and to subcontractors, and supporting the overall efficiency of assigned projects. The position requires close collaboration with both the National Accounting and Operations departments.
This position reports directly to the Regional Project Accounting Manager and collaborates with the National Accounting and Operations departments.
Billing & Payment Processing Manage Textura setup for new projects by ensuring accurate project configuration. Once the setup review is complete, create the initial schedule of values (SOV) in collaboration with the Project Manager, allocate posted subcontracts, and provide support to subcontractors with Textura-related questions. Prepare owner pay applications, including budget adjustments to the schedule of values and billing applicable W.E. O’Neil line items—such as general conditions, general requirements, insurance, fee, and other miscellaneous costs. Ensure pay application pencil drafts are prepared and submitted by the designated deadline for client and project team review; attend pencil draft meetings as required. Submit final pay applications to the client directly or through the designated billing portal, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery. Prior to the subcontractor’s first invoice, coordinate with the Project Manager on the initial subcontractor Schedule of Values (SOV) submission and the subcontractor’s vendor listing. Communicate with subcontractors regarding approvals and any required revisions. Review the vendor listing with the Project Manager to confirm all sub-tiers and suppliers are properly identified. Manage and process subcontractor invoices and approvals. In collaboration with the Project Manager, determine which subcontractors should submit invoices and be invited to the draw. Communicate with subcontractors regarding initial submissions, required revisions, and follow up with reminders as the cutoff date approaches. Complete the subcontractor invoice entry template following the review of manual subcontractor invoices, coordinating Project Manager approval prior to submitting to Core Accounts Payable for entry into CMiC. Coordinate stored material invoicing with the subcontractor, Project Manager, and client, ensuring all required documentation is on file prior to finalizing the monthly pay application. Verify that documents align with the amounts being billed by the subcontractor. Required documentation for stored materials includes a notarized bill of sale, stored material log, clearly labeled photos of the materials, bill of lading or material invoices, property insurance that meets all contractual requirements, and any additional client mandated documentation. Coordinate tribal material invoicing with subcontractor and field personnel, ensuring collection of all applicable documentation—including the seller’s permit, resale certificate, purchase order(s), declaration of exemption, bill of sale(s), and bill of lading(s). Verify that documents align with the amounts being billed by the subcontractor. Coordinate tax-exempt documentation (non-tribal projects) by providing the owner’s and W.E. O’Neil’s tax exemption certificates to subcontractors, along with the required tax exemption application for their completion. For Chicago Office Only: Complete billing for self-perform work and submit the invoice to Regional Project Accounting Manager or National Accounting depending on client. Communicate with subcontractors regarding initial submissions, required revisions, and follow up as the cutoff date approaches. Review and compile joint venture costs for general conditions, general requirements, and other applicable W.E. O’Neil expenses using the GMP billing log, and submit the appropriate invoicing. Provide applicable documentation for Joint Venture partner disbursements to Regional Project Accounting Manager’s for review and reconciliation. Maintain and update the closing log, and verify that all subcontractor invoices, pay applications, and adjustments have been posted in CMiC prior to National Accounting’s month-end and year-end deadlines. Prepare outstanding voucher reports (OVR) and obtain appropriate approvals prior to authorizing subcontractor payments in Textura. Handle joint checks and payments for sub-tiers and suppliers as required ensuring accurate entry into CMiC and split pays within Textura.
Compliance & Documentation Collect and track subcontractor, sub-tier, and supplier lien waivers, including sworn statements/contractor affidavits. Manage and maintain preliminary notice tracking for projects in Arizona, California, Texas, and any other states with applicable lien law requirements. Coordinate with project teams to resolve subcontractor, sub-tier, and supplier liens, ensuring timely resolution and compliant project closeout. Ensure subcontractor compliance with all requirements, including insurance, bonds, contracts, billing documentation, sworn statements/contractor affidavits, diversity, safety forms, prevailing wage, project labor agreements (PLA), and union status letters, coordinating with the Compliance subdepartment as needed. Coordinate the preparation, distribution, and collection of tax forms and exemption certificates as required by the project and/or location.
Project Cost Tracking & Reconciliation Review routing packages, bill rate audits, payroll adjustment corrections, accruals, and actual cost transfers for accuracy. Perform monthly GMP and joint venture reconciliations using the GMP billing log to ensure accuracy and alignment with project financials. Add cost codes to projects as requested by project team members, ensuring accuracy and alignment with established project coding, coordinating with the Regional Project Accounting Manager when clarification on proper cost code assignment is needed. Project Lifecycle Support Complete and maintain project kick-off and close-out checklists. Support resolution of open account and subcontractor invoice disputes and escalations in collaboration with Accounts Payable (AP) and the Project Manager. Respond to and manage project team requests, subcontractor inquiries, client inquiries, and check requests or advances. Assist with internal and external audits by gathering requested documentation, verifying accuracy of records, and coordinating with Project Managers. Ability to delegate to Core Services as needed for support with the preparation of outstanding voucher reports, stored material invoicing, tribal material billing paperwork, affidavits/sworn statements, joint payments for sub-tiers and suppliers, waiver collection and review, and bill rate audits. The assigned Project Accountant remains responsible for reviewing the final output from Core Services to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Technical Proficiency with CMiC, Textura, Box, and Microsoft Office Suite. Strong understanding of construction pay applications, subcontractor invoicing workflows, affidavits, sworn statements, lien waivers, and financial reconciliation. Ability to troubleshoot basic system issues and coordinate with support teams when needed. Business and Management Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Ability to interpret and apply company policies and contract requirements. Understanding of construction project lifecycles and financial workflows. Interpersonal Clear and professional communicator with strong verbal and written communication skills. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. Professional demeanor with a customer service mindset. Confidence in asking questions and seeking clarification to ensure accuracy. Personal Detail-oriented and committed to accuracy. Self-motivated and proactive, with sound judgment in escalating issues. High level of integrity and accountability in handling sensitive financial data. Willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic environment. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field preferred. 3+ years of experience in construction or project-based accounting. Strong understanding of job costing, subcontractor billing, and compliance documentation. Physical Demands Ability to sit or stand for extended periods. Occasional lifting of items up to 10 lbs. Use of standard office equipment (computer, phone, copier, etc.). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work Environment Primarily an office-based role with a standard Monday–Friday schedule. May involve occasional travel or remote work as needed. Typical indoor working conditions with standard lighting and ventilation.
100% ESOP Competitive Pay Bonus Program Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance PTO/Sick 100% Life Insurance 401(K) with Match Student Debt Program Equal Employment:
W.E. O’Neil is committed to an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status.
VP of Tax
Company Name
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New York, NY, United States
Basic
Posted about 13 hours ago
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Established in 2015, Create Music Group is a leading music and entertainment company. The company operates as a record label, distribution company, and entertainment network which generates over 15 billion music streams each month on DSP’s. Named #2 on the Inc 5000 Fastest Growth Companies in America in 2020, the company has grown exponentially by leveraging its owned IP with its media and technology platform. The company works with superstar artists, major and independent record labels, and global media brands. It operates a number of companies including Label Engine, one of the largest independent music distribution platforms in the world, with over 75,000 artists and 5,000 label clients; and Flighthouse, a digital entertainment brand focused on Gen Z, which has more than 300 million followers across social media. Create Music Group is based in Hollywood, CA and has 400 employees worldwide.
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Job Summary
Create Music Group is seeking a strategic Vice President of Tax to lead tax strategy and execution alongside its M&A and investment teams, driving tax structuring, diligence, and execution across a high volume of global acquisitions, catalog investments, and strategic transactions. This is a high-impact leadership role partnering closely with executive leadership, M&A, finance, legal, and external advisors to support the company’s continued global growth.
The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in M&A tax, international tax planning, transaction structuring, and tax analysis within dynamic, fast-scaling environments. Experience advising music, media, entertainment, technology, or intellectual property-driven businesses is highly valued.
This role will be instrumental in evaluating and structuring acquisitions, joint ventures, catalog transactions, and international expansion initiatives while ensuring overall tax efficiency, compliance, and alignment with business objectives for the existing Create business.
Responsibilities
Lead all tax aspects of domestic and international M&A transactions, including acquisitions, joint ventures, restructurings, refinancings, and strategic investments (including asset and equity transactions, earn-outs and deferred consideration, rollover, ABL/ABS financing etc.) Partner with M&A and legal teams on transaction modeling, due diligence, structuring, and post-transaction integration Analyze and advise on international tax implications related to global operations, intellectual property, royalty flows, transfer pricing, and cross-border licensing arrangements Develop and implement tax-efficient structures for international expansion, entity optimization, and global business operations Provide strategic tax guidance on complex commercial transactions and evolving business initiatives Evaluate tax risks and opportunities associated with proposed deals and operational structures (historical exposures, structural issues including tax-efficient repatriation of cash, avoiding double taxation, spin-offs and divestitures etc.) Oversee and manage external tax advisors, auditors, and legal counsel across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring focused delivery against targeted objectives Monitor changes in U.S. and international tax laws and assess impact on the business Support executive leadership with tax forecasts, scenario analysis, and strategic recommendations Collaborate with accounting and finance teams on tax reporting implications tied to acquisitions and restructuring activities Assist in developing scalable tax processes, governance, and internal controls to support continued growth Other duties as assigned Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or related field; CPA, JD, and/or Master’s in Taxation strongly preferred 12-15 years of progressive tax experience, including substantial experience in M&A tax and international tax structuring. Prior experience as a senior tax leader at a PE-backed portfolio company - with direct involvement in sponsor-led acquisitions, step plans, structuring memos, and preparing the company for recapitalization, or other liquidity event - strongly preferred Background in transaction tax, international tax, or a combination of public accounting and in-house corporate tax leadership preferred Strong technical knowledge of U.S. federal and international tax principles, including cross-border structuring, transfer pricing, and entity planning Experience supporting acquisitions and investments across multiple jurisdictions Ability to translate complex tax concepts into practical business recommendations Strong analytical, financial modeling, and transaction execution skills Experience in entertainment, music, media, technology, digital content, IP-heavy businesses is a plus Proven ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment Exceptional communication and executive stakeholder management skills Pay Scale
$220,000 - $250,000 per year The final compensation within this range will be determined based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and overall fit for the role.
Fair Chance Policy
In accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider employment for qualified applicants with criminal histories. We evaluate candidates based on their qualifications and the nature of the offense in relation to the job for which they are applying.
Senior Accountant - (Hybrid)
Company Name
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Hybrid (Coral Springs, Florida, US), Coral Springs, FL, United States
Basic
Posted about 13 hours ago
company
Cruise Planners is the largest franchisor of home-based travel agencies across the country that independently book cruises, tour, and land vacations. Cruise Planners has achieved Top Producer status with virtually every cruise line, tour, and resort company. Cruise Planners has been named the No.1 Cruise Tour / Travel Agency by Entrepreneur Magazine for the past 10 years and recently featured in Entrepreneur as one of the top 30 franchise innovators in technology. Cruise Planners positions franchise owners for success by providing them with innovative marketing, booking and lead-generating tools as well as professional development and hands-on training with the industry’s top executives. Cruise Planners Home Office has won awards such as Coolest Offices and Top Places to Work in South Florida by Sun Sentinel and South Florida Business Journal.
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** Candidates must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa **
Job Summary
This senior accountant position is a key, hands-on role that partners with our current Senior Accountant to oversee and review the work of the staff accounting team. The role owns higher-level balance sheet account reconciliations, supports the month-end close process, and serves as backup for the AR and AP functions. The ideal candidate brings strong private (corporate) accounting experience and is able to contribute immediately. This role will also help lead the department's growing use of AI in month-end processes, including running AI-assisted projects and reviewing AI-generated work.
Responsibilities
Prepare and/or review complex balance sheet reconciliations and month-end journal entries, including roll forwards using advanced Excel functions. Support the month-end close process and prepare timely, accurate financial statements. Leverage AI tools to support and streamline month-end close processes, including running AI-assisted projects and critically reviewing AI-generated work for accuracy. Train and mentor staff accountants and review their work for accuracy and completeness. Maintain the general ledger for three other related party entities. Prepare supporting documentation for external auditors in a timely and accurate manner during the annual audit process. Serve as backup for the Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions. Ad hoc reporting and analysis. Identify opportunities to improve current accounting processes.
The items listed above are intended to provide an overview of the essential functions of the job.
This is not an exhaustive list of all functions and responsibilities that the position may be required to perform.
Competencies
Comfortable using AI tools within accounting workflows Strong Excel skills Organized, analytical, and detail oriented NetSuite experience, a plus
Requirements
Bachelor's degree or higher 3-5 years of private (corporate) accounting experience CPA preferred, not required
This is a hybrid role (Remote: Mondays and Fridays, Onsite: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays)
Cruise Planners provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Cruise Planners complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities or team members. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.
Sr. Manager - Accounting and Finance
Company Name
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Houston, TX, United States
Basic
Posted about 13 hours ago
company
About U.S. LawShield
At U.S. LawShield our focus is on encouraging people to take proactive measures to improve their safety and self-defense abilities—and to serve those who do. We strive to create better-protected communities of responsible self-defenders who have the peace of mind to live their lives confidently. Our company was established in 2009. After initially launching in Texas as Texas LawShield®, the demand for services developed well beyond state lines. Our coverage began to expand across the United States, which is when we became U.S. LawShield. Today, we provide coverage in 46 states and have proudly served more than 2 million people in their self-defense journey.
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Position Overview
The Senior Manager reports directly to the Controller and serves as a senior technical and operational leader within the Accounting & Finance function. This role is designed to bring immediate accounting depth and senior judgment to the team, absorb key accounting decisions currently held at the Controller level, and drive process improvement across the department. The Senior Manager also carries direct ownership of the payroll function and helps drive the growth of the finance function.
This role operates as a peer to the existing Senior Manager, with a distinct and complementary scope. Rather than owning the close execution team, this position focuses on technical accounting leadership, process ownership, payroll oversight, and Controller-adjacent decision-making. Over time, the role is expected to expand toward finance leadership as the organization builds its FP&A function with primary focus on enhancements to the executive reporting package, reductions in complexity of consolidations, and growth of corporate analytics and modeling.
Core Responsibilities
Technical Accounting Leadership
• Serve as the primary technical accounting resource for the department, owning complex accounting judgments on matters including revenue recognition, accruals, reserves, intercompany transactions, and GAAP application.
• Absorb and own accounting decisions currently escalated to the Controller, exercising independent judgment within established frameworks.
• Prepare and review technical accounting memos and position papers as needed, particularly for new or evolving business activities.
• Monitor emerging accounting standards and advise the Controller on their applicability and implementation requirements.
• Support the ongoing use and optimization of the Zuora Revenue platform, including reconciliation of revenue system output to the general ledger.
Payroll Oversight
• Own the payroll function end-to-end, including oversight of payroll processing, journal entries, reconciliations, and compliance with multi-state payroll requirements.
• Ensure accurate and timely payroll execution across all employee populations, partnering with HR on policy changes, compensation updates, and new hire onboarding.
• Maintain payroll-related internal controls and documentation, identifying improvement opportunities as the function scales.
• Serve as the primary accounting point of contact for payroll-related audits, tax filings, and regulatory inquiries.
• Assume oversight of commissions, incentives, and other off-cycle pay categories.
Direct Report Management
• Manage and develop a remote staff accountant, providing clear direction, ongoing feedback, and a structured growth path.
• Establish working rhythms and communication norms that support effective remote collaboration and accountability.
• Review work product prepared by the direct report, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with accounting standards.
• Partner with the Controller to identify opportunities to expand the direct report’s scope as capability develops.
Process Improvement & Operational Efficiency
• Serve as a primary driver of process improvement initiatives across the accounting function, identifying inefficiencies, redundancies, and manual workarounds that can be eliminated or automated.
• Partner with the Controller, peer Senior Manager, and project management resources to document current-state workflows and design improved future-state processes.
• Take ownership of improvement initiatives from identification through implementation, including change management and team training.
• Evaluate existing close procedures, payroll workflows, and reporting processes for accuracy, timeliness, and scalability.
• Collaborate with technology and operations stakeholders to ensure system capabilities are fully utilized and aligned with accounting requirements.
Month-End Close & Reporting
• Own designated areas of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, including journal entry preparation, account reconciliations, and variance analysis. These areas will be identified by the Controller in collaboration with the current Senior Manager.
• Review close work product within assigned areas and provide technical oversight to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Contribute to the continuous compression of close timelines through process discipline and identification of upstream improvements.
• Assist in the preparation of financial reporting packages as the finance function develops.
Internal Controls & Cross-Departmental Collaboration
• Partner with leaders across the organization — including operations, revenue, IT, and HR — to evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting and key business processes.
• Lead walkthroughs and process reviews with cross-functional stakeholders to identify control gaps and develop practical, documented improvements in collaboration with process owners.
• Support the Controller in building shared ownership of financial controls across non-finance departments.
• Serve as an accounting liaison during external audits and regulatory reviews, coordinating documentation and responses within assigned areas.
FP&A Transition & Finance Function Development
• Over time, expand scope to include financial analysis, budgeting support, and forecasting as the organization builds its FP&A capability.
• Develop working fluency in revenue analytics and cash reporting to bridge the gap between accounting and finance functions.
• Collaborate with the Controller and finance peers to establish FP&A frameworks, reporting cadences, and analytical infrastructure.
Qualifications
Required
• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience, including ownership of technical accounting matters and close processes
• Prior experience in public accounting (audit or advisory) and an industry accounting role
• Strong command of US GAAP including revenue recognition, consolidations, and intercompany accounting
• Demonstrated experience managing payroll functions, including multi-state compliance
• Proven ability to manage a direct report, including remote team members
• Track record of identifying and driving process improvements within an accounting or finance function
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and at least one mid-to-enterprise ERP system
Preferred
• Experience in a multi-entity, multi-state operating environment
• Exposure to FP&A functions including budgeting, forecasting, or variance analysis
• Familiarity with revenue management platforms (e.g., Zuora) or subledger reconciliation
• Prior experience in a team undergoing systems implementation or process transformation
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to partner effectively across non-finance departments
• CPA license or progress towards