Assistant Production Accountant

Skydance; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in animation is looking for an Assistant Production Accountant to support various film productions. This role involves managing payroll and vendor payments, ensuring accurate financial processes, and collaborating with the finance team on various tasks. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in payroll accounting, excellent communication skills, and a keen understanding of the animation industry. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will help shape the future of animated storytelling.

Qualifications

• 5 years of payroll accounting experience required.
• Experience with Entertainment Partners and Smart Accounting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process e-file paperwork and manage vendor payments accurately.
• Support payroll processing and assist with crew onboarding.

Skills

Payroll Accounting

Excel

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Knowledge of Animation Process

Tools

Smart Accounting System

Entertainment Partners

Intacct

Job description

Skydance Animation is seeking an Assistant Production Accountant that directly supports the Production Accountants of various film productions. The primary responsibilities of this position is to manage the show(s) Smart Accounting System and all cost uploads and vendor payments.

Responsibilities

• Process e-file paperwork and maintain files accurately and timely
• Support Payroll Manager with weekly EP Payroll processing and posting
• Manage show to show crew transfers with Human Resources and other team members with staffing profile changes
• Assist with onboarding crew members from other shows or new hires
• Accounts Payable; including Vendor setup in Smart Accounting and online wire transfers
• Help reconcile monthly credit card statements and show Cashet System
• Maintain monthly journal entries (non-union payroll, banking, and studio paid costs)
• Comply with all procedures for Invoices, Checks, and Timecard approvals
• Elevate problems to Production Accountants when necessary
• Provide Production Accountants with possible solutions to problems presented including proactively identifying possible job efficiencies
• Process billbacks
• Work within the corporate accounting system (Intacct) to book entries and reconciliation
• Consistently, professionally, clearly, concisely, timely, and accurately communicate with Production Accountants, Vendors, Casting, Human Resources, Payroll, and Production employees
• Collaborate with Skydance Animation Finance team on ad hoc assignments
• Maintain confidentiality and security of payroll data

Qualifications

• 5 years of payroll accounting experience
• Experience with Entertainment Partners (system)
• Comfortable working in Excel and EP Smart Accounting
• Knowledge of animation process and/or animation industry experience
• Working knowledge of union pay requirements (e.g., Local 839, Local 700, SAG)
• Highly organized, flexible, team player
• Strong communication skills

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this role. This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities associated with this position. Skydance Animation Management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs.

The range for this non-exempt position in Santa Monica, CA is $33.65hr - $50hr. The rate offered may vary based on the candidate’s location, qualifications, experience and relevant expertise, among other factors. The range indicated is for base salary only and does not reflect the total compensation package, including bonus, benefits, etc.

We realize that skills and expertise can come from many different experiences and paths, and we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements as written in the job description.