Staff Accountant Intern

INTER015219_1Who We AreGround Control (a Wealthspire company) is a business management firm built for those with boundless potential. We act as a financial concierge, designing and implementing a customized plan to meet the needs of our client's career and lifestyle.Leaders in entertainment, sports and business turn to us for exceptional support. We began more than forty years ago with the idea that careers in Hollywood came with unique financial complexities. The concierge services we developed were designed to help them enjoy their incredible success. Today we are still trusted partners for actors, producers, writers and directors, but we’re also the financial concierge for professional athletes, innovators and entrepreneurs.Summary: This role is for an aspiring Staff Accountant who wants a firsthand look into the world of accounting, finance and entertainment. The Staff Accountant intern is responsible for supporting the department managers and partners in all aspects of business management for assigned clients and entities. The Staff Accountant intern will shadow and assist with reviewing the work of the account managers & bookkeepers and maintaining the flow of information to the Managers. This position requires a basic understanding or desire to learn about accounting principles, a proactive attitude, attention to detail and a collaborative approach.Essential Duties And ResponsibilitiesCommunicates directly with account managers and collaborates with team members on various client mattersReviews and approves checks dailyAssists with cash flow management planning, budgeting, and expense projectionsAssists with comprehensive client meeting packagesAssists with monthly and quarterly Fair Market Value reportsAssists with tax preparation for individuals, S& C corporations, LLCs. Clients are entertainers in film, music, productions, professional athletesAssists with balance sheets and income statements monthlyAssists with deposit reviewAssists with General ledger maintenanceAssists with investment review and aggregationAssists with tracking and reviewing royaltiesAssists with entity structure and formation, including loan out corporations for entertainersAssists with debt planningKnowledge, Skills And/or AbilitiesAccounting background (preferred)Familiarity with tax laws and regulations (preferred)Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilitiesStrong time management skills to meet deadlinesStrong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks effectivelyAbility to express expectations and progress clearly in both written and oral communicationsAttention to detail and accuracy in data entry and analysisAbility to adapt to changing priorities and work under pressureCritical thinking to identify errors or discrepancies in financial recordsWhat We OfferWe're proud to offer a competitive salary, PTO & paid holidays and 401(k) with match and more. The base salary range for this position is $18.00 to $24,00 per hour. The base salary offered will be determined by factors including, but not limited to, experience, credentials, education, certifications, skill level required for the position, the scope of the position, and geographic location. Actual base salary offered will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives.Ground Control Business Management and Wealthspire is an inclusive Equal Employment Opportunity employer.