Production Accountant

Details

• Position
  Production Accountant
• Start Date
  Sep 24, 2018
• Location
  New York, NY, USA
• Rate
  This is a paid position.
• Status
  Job has been filled

Job Description

Big Fish Entertainment, the very successful and expanding New York City television production company and producer of A+E’s Live PD and the VH1 Black Ink franchise seeks a Key Production Accountant.

This position will handle all aspects of finance including managing the GL, A/P, A/R, cash management, cost reports, cash flows, payroll oversight, financial reports, bank reconciliation and tax reporting on multiple shows. Strong knowledge of Ease, Movie Magic and Excel required. Experience with corporate general ledgers is a plus. Must possess a thorough working knowledge of television production, strong organizational and interpersonal communication skills, and must be able to prioritize jobs effectively within a fast-paced environment.

The applicant should have a minimum of five years’ experience as a key production accountant. A degree in accountancy or vocational qualifications in accounting would be a plus.

Key Production Accountant- Responsibilities

Responsibilities
• Review budgets and prepare cost reports and cash flows.
• Set-up new shows with payroll company
• Approve and review final payroll edits
• Track and prepare above the line payments
• Monitor and report on all show margins and company P+L. Provide analysis.
• Analyze, manage, and report on cash flows from accounts receivable and accounts payable.
• Manage the preparation of financial forecasts and analyze monthly operating results against budget.
• Maintain appropriate financial and operational controls
• HR duties- review and approve all employee benefits, ensure that the company policy and procedures are provided and explained to all employees and in compliance
• Maintain records of invoices and creditors' payments
• Keep records of all transactions
• Responsible for accounts payable, invoices, purchase orders, and petty cash
• Process checks & wire transfers
• Reconcile and audit petty cash and cashet envelopes
• Prepare insurance claims
• Responsible for bank and credit card reconciliations
• Prepare month-end, quarterly and year end reports
• Administer tax compliance filing including 1099’s
• Maintain accounting procedures and controls