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Senior Technical Accountant

As a leading mobile games developer, Jam City is looking to “level up” our talent. We’re on the hunt for innovators who consider themselves dynamic, collaborative, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Unlimited Vacation, Paid Sick Days & Holidays

100% Employee Covered Medical, Dental, Vision Plan Base Plan

Life Insurance, 401k, Flexible Spending Accounts, Commuter Benefits & More

Catered Lunches & Well-stocked Kitchens

Yoga & Wellness Activities

Happy Hours

Company Events

Dog Friendly

The Senior Accountant of Technical Accounting and Reporting will report to the Manager of Technical Accounting and Reporting and will be based at our Culver City, CA headquarters. The responsibilities will include assisting with the planning, organization, and coordination of the timely and accurate preparation of internal and external financial information to ensure compliance with US GAAP & IFRS. The position will also be responsible for technical accounting research related to new and proposed accounting standards and will assist with the development and implementation of related accounting policies. The Senior Accountant will also be responsible for assisting with the implementation, maintenance and review of internal controls over financial reporting.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with the accurate and timely preparation of external financial statements under US GAAP & IFRS and related footnote disclosures.
• Assist with annual audit and quarterly reviews as needed
• Prepare and update recurring quarterly memos such as the goodwill impairment analysis, Segment Reporting, Intangibles Impairment analysis, etc.
• Prepare quarterly EPS calculation
• Maintain listing of company contracts and review for proper accounting treatment on an ongoing basis
• Support the Manager of Technical accounting in working directly with external auditors and various SME consultants/advisors
• Perform technical accounting research and prepare memorandums/white papers for new and proposed accounting developments or on specific company transactions.
• Assist with the research and documentation of significant and highly complex company transactions, including business combinations.
• Assist with the accounting for the highly technical areas such as equity, stock based compensation, purchase accounting, goodwill and intangibles impairment analyses, fair value assessments, and revenue recognition.
• Maintain and update accounting policy manual.
• Assist with the internal controls effort including designing and documenting appropriate policies and procedures to maintain best practices.
• Assist with general ad hoc projects, research and process improvements.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Excellent knowledge of US GAAP & IFRS and financial reporting principles.
• Prior experience with researching and documenting technical accounting issues
• 4+ years of combined experience with a national accounting firm, public reporting company, or consulting/advisory firm with exposure to technical research and public company financial reporting.
• CPA preferred
• Excellent oral, written, people and analytical skills
• Organized, detail oriented and able to multi-task with limited supervision.
• Desire to collaborate with various teams across the company
• Proven ability to thrive under pressure and meet aggressive deadlines.
• Ability to execute independently and work with team members of all levels
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Jam City is a leader in mobile entertainment, providing unique and deeply engaging games that appeal to broad global audiences.

Jam City was founded in 2009 by MySpace co-founder and CEO Chris DeWolfe and former 20th Century Fox executive Josh Yguado.

Jam City is the creative powerhouse behind some of the highest grossing and most enduring social gaming franchises for mobile, including Cookie Jam (Facebook “Game of the Year” winner) and Panda Pop.

Jam City is the go-to studio for Hollywood, having developed immersive, narrative-rich mobile games around iconic entertainment brands including Harry Potter, Family Guy, and Marvel Avengers. Jam City has eight studios around the globe including Los Angeles (HQ), Burbank, San Francisco, San Diego, Toronto, Bogotá, Berlin, and Buenos Aires.

The Jam City team is known for its creative excellence and technological innovation in key areas including storytelling, data science, and audience insights.