We are a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to celebrating and uplifting the unique and deep culture that surrounds Japanese animation. We aim to promote, celebrate, and educate the public about Japanese animation, manga, video games, and traditional culture.

We are currently looking for an Assistant Controller to join our team. 

This position will:

  • oversee the accounting functions
  • is responsible for management and supervision of the accounting supervisor/manager, financial reporting and regulatory compliance
  • responsible for analyzing financial records and providing recommendations related to the financial health and business strategy of the organization   
  • will work directly with the Senior VP of Accounting and Finance, and if the candidate shows initiative to learn and grow, there are growth opportunities in the department and organization

Major areas of Responsibility:

  • Review and analyze month-end, quarter end and year-end financial statements and other reporting items accurately and timely
  • Prepare period-end financials included but not limited to Balance Sheet and Income Statements, in accordance to GAAP
  • Review monthly closing journal entries and maintain reconciliations for balance sheet and income statement accounts
  • Strategic analysis from regular analysis on specific General Ledger accounts, budget to actual reports, or reforecast to actual reports.
  • Prepare annual and quarterly budget and reforecasts, respectively
  • Review requirements for quarterly and annual budgets and reforecasts
  • Comply with regulatory reporting requirements.  Include the review, submission and adherence to deadlines related, but not limited to annual financial statement review, taxes, regulatory reports and other audits
  • Review the financial transactions during the convention(s)
  • Assess, analyze and recommend internal controls on detection and effectiveness
  • Supervise compliance through submissions and adhering to filing deadlines for sales tax, 1099’s, tax return, etc.
  • Updates job knowledge by seeking and participating in educational opportunities

 

Knowledge & Skills Desired:  

  • Direct supervision or management of team members 
  • Attention to detail, thoroughness, organization.
  • Ability to work amicably with a variety of personalities while maintaining professionalism.
  • Above average written and oral communication.
  • Interpersonal sensitivity when communicating essential and necessary financial information to others.
  • High adaptability to changing needs.
  • High level of dependability without supervision.
  • Maintain dependability during mandatory extreme overtime for Anime Expo.
  • Advanced knowledge of Excel is required, and Advanced QuickBooks is preferred.
  • Must be able to perform required tasks at offsite convention(s), away from the SPJA office.

 

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

  • The duties of this position are performed indoors in a business/office setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud during events and minimal during non-event times.
  • During convention, this individual must have the ability to stand/walk for up to four hours at a time as there is constant walking required during the convention.

 

Location:  This position will be working mainly from the corporate office in Corona and offsite for conventions and events.  Employee must reside locally and work within PST time zone.  

 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and requirements of this position.

 

SPJA offers a competitive benefits package which includes:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision and Life insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts – Health and Dependent Care
  • 401(k) plan with Employer Match
  • 12 Holidays
  • Paid time off 
  • Professional Development Assistance

 

Compensation:

SPJA offers a competitive compensation package.  The pay for this position starts at $125,000.