Digital Production Accountant- Sony Pictures Imageworks 203830-033 (show hire)
The Digital Production Accountant provides financial support and analysis for Visual Effects productions. This position is responsible for all financial and accounting functionalities on VFX films including production budgeting, forecasting/cash flows, profit analysis, headcount analysis, general accounting and ad-hoc analysis. The Digital Production Accountant will work directly with the Producers, Production Managers, Coordinators, as well as with clients, Director of IT Systems, and Finance Management.
Principle Duties and Responsibilities:
Manage all financial aspects of production accounting: including budgeting, cashflow, cost tracking, headcount tracking, variance analysis, forecasting estimated final cost (EFC), profit analysis, wrap sheets, and ad hoc analysis.
– Budgeting and cost tracking VFX films (Development/Asset Phase, Digital shots and Fixed costs)
– Prepare weekly Estimated Final Cost (EFC) forecasting, cash flow forecasting, headcount
summary, variance analysis, reporting and miscellaneous journals and account re-class
– Review weekly reports for accuracy and making reclassifications as required
– Analyze cause of variance tracking reporting
– Extract budgets into EFC reporting
– Database maintenance including rate updates, crewing changes, etc.
– Review and code purchase orders, invoices, petty cash, procurement card expenses, etc.
– Prepare audit backup to support all show expenditures as needed
– Audit production time cards
– Labor tracking by employee and task
– Perform complex financial analysis on an as needed basis
– Additional production related accounting functions as requested by Finance Management
Required Experience:
– B.A./B.S. Finance/Accounting degree
– CPA or MBA preferred
– 4+ years – production accounting experience (CG/VFX preferred)
– Advanced Excel Skills required, SAP and Access knowledge a plus
– Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills
– Excellent analytical, organizational and forecasting skills
– Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize work and remain detail oriented
As a global leader in creativity and innovation, Sony Pictures Entertainment draws upon the diverse backgrounds and perspectives or our workforce for continued success. Our respect for employee differences and focus on employee development encourages a progressive and rewarding work environment.
To be considered for this position, you must meet the minimum qualifications as described above and forward your resume online at http://www.sonypicscareers.com under Req# 203830-033.
Sony Pictures Entertainment is an EE/AA/E. No telephone calls please.
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