Temporary Accounting Associate

A24 is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Temporary Accounting Associate to support our Accounting team across several key operational and project-based functions. This role is expected to last a minimum of four months and is ideal for someone with a strong accounting foundation who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

You’ll be instrumental in supporting daily accounting operations, managing audit and quarter-close deliverables, and contributing to high-priority initiatives. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with excellent organizational skills, a strong attention to detail, a proactive mindset, and a willingness to jump in wherever needed. This role is based in our New York office with a minimum of 3-days in office. 

Responsibilities:

• Accounting & Reporting Support
  
  
  
  • Assist in reviewing, tracking, and reconciling royalty reports from international partners
  
  
  • Perform key tasks related to the quarter close, including but not limited to, bank and inventory reconciliations
  
  
  • Help roll forward the financial statements and assist in audit-related tasks
  
  
  • Support the tax function, including updating the transfer pricing calculation worksheets (quarterly), supporting sales tax and VAT preparation and filings, and reconciling sales tax accounts monthly
  
  
  
  


• Accounts Receivable / Payable
  
  
  
  • Conduct AR follow-ups and track outstanding receivables
  
  
  • Support PO/invoice matching, particularly for brand and merchandise-related transactions
  
  
  • Assist with the development of an AP process manual
  
  
  • Provide admin support for off-boarding legacy systems (e.g., Avid)
  
  
  
  


• Project Management & Admin
  
  
  
  • Manage calendars and assist in scheduling across the team as it relates to core projects and initiatives
  
  
  • Participate in and help drive core finance initiatives and cleanup projects (e.g., tax filing checklist)
  
  
  • Scan and organize mail and key finance documents
  
  
  • Support implementation-related admin tasks across systems and workflows
  
  
  • Take on ad-hoc projects as they arise across the department
  
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field


• 2+ years of relevant accounting experience (internship or full-time)


• Familiarity with sales tax and VAT processes preferred


• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail


• Experience with project management tools (e.g., Asana, Linear) a plus


• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills