Production Accounting Specialist | Feature Film Operations

Formulated Automation; Medellín; Remote; COP 165,029,000 - 275,048,000; Full time

Job summary

Formulated Automation is seeking a Production Accounting Specialist for a remote, contractor-based engagement with an American production accounting firm. You will set up accounting systems for feature film productions, load budgets, manage ledgers, deposits, and post-production closes, ensuring compliance and audit readiness.

You will collaborate across productions, deliver timely data entry, and support tax rebate and incentive documentation.

Qualifications

• Approximately 3 years of relevant production accounting experience.
• Experience with GreenSlate, SmartAccounting (Entertainment Partners), PSL, Wrapbook or Cashet.
• Experience in film/television production accounting.
• Strong data entry with speed, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Advanced English communication with U.S. teams.

Responsibilities

• Set up accounting systems and chart of accounts for new film productions and load budgets.
• Process deposits and coordinate payments with unions and industry bodies.
• Enter financial data and maintain ledgers across multiple concurrent projects.
• Support post-production accounting closes and reconcile records.
• Assist with audits, tax incentives, rebates, and related documentation.
• Collaborate with internal teams to keep records audit-ready.

Skills

Production accounting

Advanced English

Tools

GreenSlate

SmartAccounting

PSL

Wrapbook

Cashet

Job description

Hi there! We are South and our client is looking for a Production Accounting Specialist!

Note To Applicants

• Eligibility: This position is open to candidates residing in Latin America.
• Application Language: Please submit your CV in English. Applications submitted in other languages will not be considered.
• Professional Presentation: We encourage you to showcase your professional experience by including a Loom video in the application form. While this is optional, candidates who provide a video presentation will be given priority.
• Interview Policy: The use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools during interviews is strictly prohibited.
• Note: As part of the final stages of the selection process, contractors may be asked to provide professional references for a reference check. If you're selected, you may also be asked to update your LinkedIn profile.

About The Engagement

We are supporting a specialized U.S. production accounting firm that provides end-to-end financial operations for independent feature films (projects ranging from $5M to $20M budgets). They are seeking a detail-oriented Production Accounting Specialist to join their team in a dedicated remote engagement.

This role centers on providing back-office financial support across multiple film productions simultaneously. You will manage accounting platform setups, chart of accounts configuration, budget loading, financial data entry, and post-production closeouts—ensuring accurate ledgers essential for audits and tax rebate claims.

Core Responsibilities

• Accounting Platform Setup & Configuration: Set up accounting systems for new feature film productions, configure project-specific charts of accounts, and load approved budgets.
• Deposits & Guild Payments: Process initial production deposits and coordinate payments with industry organizations and unions (such as SAG and IATSE).
• Financial Data Entry & Ledger Maintenance: Perform accurate and timely financial data entry, maintaining organized ledgers across multiple concurrent projects throughout the production lifecycle.
• Post-Production & Closeout Support: Support post-production accounting after on-set accountants wrap, process outstanding vendor bills, and reconcile financial records.
• Audit & Tax Rebate Preparation: Assist with final accounting closeouts and documentation required for production tax incentives, rebate claims, and audits.
• Operational Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams and production personnel to ensure financial records remain complete, organized, and audit-ready.

Key Qualifications

Must-Have

• Approximately 3 years of relevant production accounting experience
• Proficiency in at least one major industry accounting platform: GreenSlate, SmartAccounting (Entertainment Partners), or PSL (Cast & Crew), Wrapbook, Cashet
• Previous experience working in film or television production accounting is required.
• Familiarity with production-specific accounting workflows and the financial requirements of entertainment projects.
• Strong data entry skills, with an emphasis on speed, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities simultaneously.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to maintain accurate financial records.
• Ability to work independently, follow established processes, and provide reliable operational support.
• Advanced English communication skills for effective operational collaboration with U.S. teams.

Engagement Details & Culture

• Competitive Monthly Fee: Structured as a flat monthly rate.
• Independent Contractor agreement initial term through February 2027, with strong potential to transition into a long-term engagement as film production pipelines expand.
• Flexible Capacity: 40 hours/week dedicated availability is preferred, but we welcome applications for 20 or 30 hours/week arrangements for the right specialist seeking flexibility.
• Setup: 100% remote engagement working directly alongside a specialized U.S. production accounting firm.
• Schedule & Availability: Core overlap availability during standard U.S. business hours (EST), Monday through Friday.
• Room to Contribute: Join a specialized business where your backend financial tracking directly impacts independent film productions. If you have a solid foundation in entertainment accounting and enjoy structured, detail-driven financial work, we'd love to hear from you!

Join a specialized business where your backend financial tracking directly impacts independent film productions. If you have a solid foundation in entertainment accounting and enjoy structured, detail-driven financial work, we'd love to hear from you!