What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant position at LAIKA Studios?
General Summary
LAIKA is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accountant to support our financial operations. This role is responsible for executing monthly, quarterly, and year-end accounting activities, including preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and conducting financial analyses. The ideal candidate will ensure accuracy in financial reporting, maintain compliance with accounting standards, and collaborate with internal teams to support the studio’s financial health. This position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining the integrity of LAIKA’s financial records.
Job Functions
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
On-site in Hillsboro, OR, and eligible for hybrid work.
Salary
Salary Is Commensurate With Skills And Experience.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Please review our EMPLOYMENT DISCLAIMER and MATERIALS SUBMISSION AGREEMENT.
LAIKA is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accountant to support our financial operations. This role is responsible for executing monthly, quarterly, and year-end accounting activities, including preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and conducting financial analyses. The ideal candidate will ensure accuracy in financial reporting, maintain compliance with accounting standards, and collaborate with internal teams to support the studio’s financial health. This position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining the integrity of LAIKA’s financial records.
Job Functions
- Prepare monthly journal entries (recurring, accruals, fixed assets, payroll, benefits, etc.) in accordance with US GAAP.
- Review general ledger accounts/sub ledgers and prepare supporting schedules on a monthly basis.
- Prepare monthly bank and general ledger reconciliations and related party invoices.
- Prepare monthly analytics on balance sheet and income statement accounts.
- Assist with annual financial statement audit and tax preparation.
- Provide support to Production Accounting/AP teams as necessary.
- Assist in all areas of the Finance & Accounting Department with research and projects.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, 2 - 5 years of accounting experience; 2 years of public accounting experience preferred.
- Functional understanding of accounting, methodologies, and procedures.
- Familiarity with US GAAP and preparation of financial statements.
- Excellent analytical and computer skills, including advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Experience working with an accounting ERP system, Microsoft Dynamics, a plus.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work accurately and independently while meeting deadlines.
- Demonstrated organizational skills with strong verbal and written communication.
- Collaborative with strong interpersonal skills.
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk; stand; sit; use hands to operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear both in person and by telephone. The employee must lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
- Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee works under typical office conditions and is exposed to variable indoor temperatures. The noise level is usually quiet or moderate.
On-site in Hillsboro, OR, and eligible for hybrid work.
Salary
Salary Is Commensurate With Skills And Experience.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Please review our EMPLOYMENT DISCLAIMER and MATERIALS SUBMISSION AGREEMENT.
