Manager, VFX Production Finance

Eyeline; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global creative studio is seeking a Manager, VFX Production Finance in Vancouver, BC. The successful candidate will manage financial activities for visual effects productions, including cost projections and reporting. Candidates should have at least five years of relevant experience, preferably in the film or animation industry, and strong skills in financial management and communication. The role offers a competitive salary range of $120,000 - $150,000 a year.

Qualifications

• Five years of relevant experience required.
• Experience in the Film Industry or Animation preferred.
• Ability to manage priorities and work towards tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and track cost projections & actuals across projects.
• Generate cost reports for evaluation.
• Assist VFX Producers with financial analysis.

Skills

Financial management

Advanced Excel

Communication skills

Accounting principles knowledge

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor Degree & Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA)

Tools

Power Query

Job description

Eyeline is a global team of risk takers, innovators and perfectionists who achieve creative visions and have fun doing it. A dynamic workforce nestled within the industry’s most intriguing cities, united by a drive to push the boundaries of storytelling.

Eyeline is looking for a Manager, VFX Production Finance, reporting to the Senior Manager, VFX Production Finance. This individual will work cross-functionally with Production, Finance Planning & Analysis (FP&A) and Accounting. The Manager, VFX Production Finance is responsible for monitoring and tracking cost projections & actuals across assigned projects, generates cost reports for evaluation on a regular basis, and directly supports visual effects productions.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner closely with Studio Leadership, VFX Executives, Producers and Production teams on the financial management of assigned productions; including financial review of bids and bid revisions, client-facing financial reporting, and internal cost projections
• Assist VFX Producers and Production Leadership with running financial scenarios, Production-focused analysis and other ad hoc analysis as needed
• Update / manage revenue expectations and payment schedules in internal trackers for assigned productions and coordinate invoicing and collections
• Manage cost reports, monitor and analyze project progression and changes in cost projections and actuals across assigned projects, performing departmental variance analysis
• Proactively monitor resource and labor projections and keep track of tax credit / rebates / grant qualifications, across multiple countries / regions
• Supports freelance outsource tracking, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Review payroll data for assigned productions for accuracy and facilitate adjustments or reclassifications
• Works with the FP&A, Production and Accounting teams to ensure accurate calculations for earned and deferred revenue under US GAAP

Qualifications

• Five (5) years of relevant experience
• Bachelor Degree & Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) preferred
• Advanced Excel skill set, Power Query experience is a plus
• Basic understanding of accounting principles under US GAAP
• Experience in the Film Industry or Animation (VFX preferred)
• Ability to manage priorities, work towards tight deadlines, and be a self-starter
• Strong verbal & written communication skills

$120,000 - $150,000 a year

This salary range is specific to applicants applying to our position in Vancouver, BC. To determine your base salary, we consider your qualifications, skills, and experience. These considerations can cause your compensation to vary outside of this range and will also be dependent on your location.

About Us

Eyeline is a global creative studio partnering with storytellers to turn their ambitions into stunning reality. By blending the time-honored craft of filmmaking with breakthrough technologies, we unlock bold, cinematic visions at scale. Our three pillars - VFX, Studios and Labs - form the creative spine of Eyeline, guiding how we think, work, and show up in every frame.

At Eyeline, we believe technology serves artistry and our people are the soul behind everything we do, deepening creative connection, rather than replacing it. We build worlds with exceptional craft and precision, working hand in hand with our creative partners from concept to final pixel.

Netflix Investment- Eyeline

With the support of Netflix’s investment in our pipeline, infrastructure, and workforce, we’re pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in visual effects and virtual production technology. In addition to our work with Netflix, we continue to partner with a wide range of long-standing and new clients worldwide.

Come as you are

We are looking for those seeking to take risks with us, those driven by passion for their craft. To us, these are key ingredients that we look for in our team. We are committed to ensuring fair and equal treatment of your application. When you apply for a role with us, you will receive consideration based solely on your qualifications.