Director/Manager, Production Accounting needed at 20th Television (L.A.)
Company: RICE GORTON PICTURES LTD
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: January 27, 2023
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Job Description:
The Director/Manager of Production Accounting assists in
budgeting upcoming projects, tracks production costs and supervises
the on-site accounting teams. This position oversees mainly
single-camera one-hour dramatic series for network and cable
distribution as well as other projects including MOW's and - hour
scripted comedies.This position will supervise the Accounting
staffs in the field to make sure the shows are following policies
and procedures. In addition to preparing budgets and reviewing cost
reports for timely and accurate cost reporting, the candidate will
prepare other reports and analyses on an ad-hoc basis.The ideal
candidate will have previous experience as a key or 1st assistant
production accountant. Some travel may be required to audit
productions in the field.Responsibilities:
Strong analytical and quantitative skills required.
Must be proficient in budgeting multi-camera and single camera
shows.
Extensive knowledge of union contracts including Canada and other
foreign locations.
Able to read scripts, break them down and prepare budgets using
Movie Magic Budgeting Review tax incentive credits and track them
through production to receipt.
Knowledge of day-to-day operations on a production Review hot cost,
cost reports and production reports for accuracy.
Must be able to attend meetings and communicate with producers and
senior management.
Must be able to multi-task and prioritize the work-load while
making sure deadlines are met.
Provide backup and billing for breakage items to Accounts
Receivable and track billback items for shows.
Complete special projects for corporate, legal affairs, business
affairs, labor relations and human resources for research and
negotiations.
Collaborate with the in-house production teams to determine and
implement production strategies and logistics.Requirements:
Bachelor Degree in Accounting/Finance or a related field
(production) mandatory plus 5 years of experience in television
required.
Must possess excellent communication and supervisory skills.
Must be proficient on PSL/Vista accounting system, Excel, MS Word
and Outlook.
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