Staff Accountant

The Role

We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Staff Accountant to join our Finance team in New York. This role plays an important part in supporting the accuracy and transparency of Kobalt’s financial reporting and operational processes.

You’ll be involved in month-end close activities, reconciliations, and supporting audits, while working closely with the Senior Accountant and wider Finance team. This is a great opportunity for someone with a strong accounting foundation who is looking to develop their skills in a fast-paced, international music company.

You’ll gain exposure to core accounting processes and contribute to continuous improvements as you build your experience within the team.

What You’ll Do

• Support the month-end close process for the Corporate business unit, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of key deliverables.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and assist in resolving discrepancies.
• Partner with teams such as FP&A and P&C to support accurate reporting of operating expenses.
• Support statutory reporting and audit requirements for overseas subsidiaries, working with external partners where required.
• Assist with group audit requirements, ensuring supporting documentation and workpapers are complete and organised.
• Support the administration of travel and expense systems (Concur and CWT) and the US credit card program.
• Contribute to process improvements by identifying inefficiencies and supporting solutions.
• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders, ensuring clarity and accuracy in financial information.

What You’ll Bring

Essential:

• 1–3 years’ experience in accounting or a similar finance role.
• Understanding of accrual-based accounting principles.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (or similar).
• A proactive mindset with a willingness to learn and develop.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.

Desirable:

• Experience in a medium-sized, fast-paced accounting environment.
• Familiarity with NetSuite.
• Progress toward a professional qualification (CPA or equivalent).

What Success Looks Like

By Month 3: You’ll have a solid understanding of the month-end close cycle and core processes, building strong working relationships across the Finance team.

By Month 6: You’ll be confidently contributing to reconciliations and close activities, taking ownership of key tasks and supporting audit preparation.

By Year 1: You’ll be a reliable contributor across the Finance function, supporting reporting, audits, and process improvements while continuing to build your technical expertise.

Key Behaviours for Success

Collaboration & Teamwork: You work closely with colleagues across Finance and the wider business, supporting shared goals and contributing to a positive team environment.

Attention to Detail: You take pride in delivering accurate work, maintaining a high level of precision across all tasks.

Time Management & Prioritisation: You manage your workload effectively, meeting deadlines while maintaining quality and accuracy.

Interview Process

• Introductory call with a member of our Recruitment Team
• Interviews with the Hiring Manager and Finance team
• Final stage interviews in our New York office
• Feedback at each stage

We aim to complete the full process from application to offer within three weeks. If there are any delays, our Recruitment Team will keep you updated at every step.

Why Choose Us

At Kobalt, we’ve championed creators since 2000. Our technology and music services are built to make the industry more transparent, fair, and rewarding for artists, songwriters, and rights holders. We’re proud to work with some of the world’s most influential talents including Phoebe Bridgers, Sam Fender, Paul McCartney, Foo Fighters, Karol G, Young Thug, Kali Uchis, FINNEAS, and Andrew Watt as well as acclaimed writers like Simon Aldred (Rag’n’Bone Man, Liam Gallagher, Celeste) and Clarence Coffee Jr. (Dua Lipa, Lizzo, The Snuts).

We’re a company that thrives on creativity, collaboration, and progress. Our values: Music First, Transparent, Tech Powered, and Transformative. Shape how we work, build, and grow together. We are a community of people who care deeply about making a meaningful impact in music and technology.

Kobalt is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in equitable access to opportunities and are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities. If you need any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know we’re happy to help.

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IMPORTANT NOTICE

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. A full background check on acceptance of offer. Kobalt is an equal opportunity employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

NYC Pay Transparency Law: The range provided is for NYC-based hires only and will be commensurate with candidate experience. Pay ranges for candidates in other locations other than NYC may differ based on the cost of labor in that location. Pay range: $60,000 -$70,000