Project Accountant at Ideas United

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Media, Advertising, Creative ServicesIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
  • 3+ years of relevant accounting experience, ideally in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
  • Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP
  • Experience using multiple financial and non-financial systems (e.g., QuickBooks Online, Concur, PipeDrive, Monday, Slack, Looker Studio, etc.)
  • Proven ability to perform high-quality, detailed work with minimal supervision
  • Strong Excel and analytical skills; ability to work with large data sets
  • Project accounting experience is preferred
  • Comfortable asking questions, flagging issues, and contributing to process improvements
  • Mindset for continuous improvement - you’re always learning and looking for a better way to do things
  • The ability to connect the dots across data and systems
  • A natural curiosity and a collaborative spirit
  • Accountability - you take ownership and pride in your work

Responsibilities

  • Own the monthly close process and prepare journal entries, accruals, account reviews and balance sheet account reconciliations
  • Track and reconcile project-level costs, labor allocations, and vendor activity
  • Support vendor and customer workflows including expense reports, A/P, and A/R processes
  • Ensure accuracy and compliance with internal controls and accounting policies
  • Assist in preparing monthly and quarterly financial statements and dashboards for internal and external stakeholders
  • Analyze trends in project revenue, expenses, and margins, providing insights to help guide decision-making
  • Proactively raise questions or inconsistencies to ensure clarity and accuracy in reporting
  • Collaborate with project managers and other teams to ensure project costs and revenue are accurately captured
  • Support financial reporting and review, annual audit, and tax return preparation
  • Other ad hoc projects as assigned

Skills

Project Accounting
General Ledger
Financial Reporting
Financial Statements
Accounting Systems

Ideas United

Creative studio for scalable storytelling solutions

About Ideas United

Ideas United operates as a creative studio that focuses on storytelling solutions. The company combines an in-house team with a global network of creatives to produce diverse and high-quality content tailored to the needs of various clients, including businesses, non-profits, and educational institutions. Their approach emphasizes unique narratives that help their clients stand out in the market. Unlike many competitors, Ideas United's model allows for flexibility in service offerings through project-based engagements and long-term partnerships, which helps maintain a steady revenue stream. The goal of Ideas United is to deliver compelling stories that resonate with audiences and meet the specific needs of their clients.

Atlanta, GeorgiaHeadquarters
2001Year Founded
$14.6MTotal Funding
EARLY_VCCompany Stage
Consulting, Design, EntertainmentIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Unlimited Paid Time Off
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Flexible Work Hours
Hybrid Work Options
Professional Development Budget

Risks

AI-driven content tools may reduce demand for traditional creative services.
Short-form video platforms could shift preferences from long-form storytelling.
Brands building in-house teams may decrease external collaborations with Ideas United.

Differentiation

Ideas United combines in-house expertise with a global creative network.
The company focuses on unique and compelling storytelling for diverse clients.
Ideas United offers scalable and customized content solutions for various sectors.

Upsides

Increased demand for authentic storytelling boosts growth in creative services.
Remote work expands access to a diverse range of global creatives.
Brands' investment in video content presents opportunities for high-quality production.

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