Production Accountant

Netflix Series Animation, LLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans

Mental Health

401(k) match

Stock options

Disability programs

Health Savings Account

Family-forming benefits

PTO

Flexible time off

Job summary

Netflix Series Animation, LLC is seeking a Production Accountant to support the financial management of our projects. You will manage cost reporting, vendor onboarding, payroll review, and ensure all costs are tracked and reported accurately.

This role requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication, and a proactive approach to process improvement, with collaboration across the Production Finance team and other stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in production accounting or similar role.
• Strong understanding of production finance workflows and systems.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Monthly reporting, cost reporting and consolidation for titles.
• Oversee accounts payable and vendor setup; process invoices and disbursements.
• Maintain journals and ensure data integrity; payroll review for teams.
• Maintain filing system; ensure pay schedules, approvals, and backups are stored.
• Run actuals and provide cost backup for buyback requests for titles as needed.
• Suggest and help implement improvements to accounting processes and systems.
• Ensure all projects adhere to union standards and stay current on fringes.

Skills

Production accounting

Excel

Communication

Attention to detail

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Netflix Series Animation (NSA) is committed to creating content that makes a lasting impression on audiences and expands expectations of what is possible in storytelling. We are paving the way for the bold future of animation by building a community of amazing artists and talent. As a part of Netflix, NSA values innovation, collaboration, inclusion, representation, and ownership. This is the new wave of animation — and you can help shape it!

Netflix Series Animation and Kids+Family TV is committed to creating content that makes a lasting impression on audiences and expands expectations of what is possible in storytelling. We are paving the way for the bold future of animation by building a community of amazing artists and talent. As a part of Netflix, Animated Series + Kids & Family TV values innovation, collaboration, inclusion, representation, and ownership. This is the new wave of animation — and you can help shape it!

Job Summary: As a Production Accountant at Netflix, you will play a key role in supporting the financial management of our projects. You will be responsible for managing cost reporting, vendor onboarding, payroll review, and ensuring all costs are accurately tracked and reported. This role requires a strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to process improvement.

What you’ll do:

• Monthly Reporting, Cost Reporting & Consolidation
  • Add new titles to the accounting system and ensure accurate setup.
  • Populate actuals, Estimates to Complete (ETCs), and Estimates Final Cost (EFCs) for each title.
  • Review actuals for accuracy and investigate any discrepancies.
  • Add new contractual agreements as needed.
  • Collaborate with associates to review and verify data.
  • Prepare and provide final copies of reports for manager review.
• Accounts Payable & Supplier Setup
  • Oversee vendor onboarding and ensure timely setup in systems.
  • Process invoices (e.g., voice recording studios, music, travel, and independent contractors).
  • Manage funding disbursements.
• Journals & Data Integrity
  • Maintain clean and accurate accounting data, including reclassifications as needed.
  • Payroll Review and approve payroll for various teams.
  • Respond to payroll team requests and address any issues promptly.
• Filing & Documentation
  • Maintain a well‑organized and comprehensive filing system for each title.
  • Ensure all pay schedules, invoices, email approvals, and backup documentation are properly saved in internal show folders.
• Buyback Requests
  • Run actuals and provide cost backup for buyback requests related to passed or abandoned titles as needed.
• System & Process Improvement
  • Recommend and help implement improvements to accounting processes and systems.
  • Ensure all costs are fully and accurately captured.
• Compliance
  • Ensure all projects adhere to union standards.
  • Stay current on union minimums and fringe benefits.
• Communication
  • Maintain regular communication with the Production Finance team and other key production stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in production accounting or a similar role, preferably in entertainment or media.
• Strong understanding of production finance workflows and systems.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment.

Generally, our compensation structure consists solely of an annual salary; we do not have bonuses. You choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options. To determine your personal top of market compensation, we rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. The range for this role is $77,000.00 - $137,000.00.

Benefits:

• Health Plans
• Mental Health support
• a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match
• Stock Option Program
• Disability Programs
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Family-forming benefits
• Life and Serious Injury Benefits
• We also offer paid leave of absence programs.
• Full‑time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off.
• Full‑time salaried employees are immediately entitled to flexible time off.

Netflix provides comprehensive benefits including Health Plans, Mental Health support, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match, Stock Option Program, Disability Programs, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, Family-forming benefits, and Life and Serious Injury Benefits. We also offer paid leave of absence programs. Full‑time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off. Full‑time salaried employees are immediately entitled to flexible time off.

Netflix is a unique culture and environment. Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. We are an equal‑opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service. At Netflix, we want to entertain the world. Whatever your taste, and no matter where you live, we give you access to best‑in‑class TV series, documentaries, feature films and games. Our members control what they want to watch, when they want it, in one simple subscription. We’re streaming in more than 30 languages and 190 countries, because great stories can come from anywhere and be loved everywhere. We are the world’s biggest fans of entertainment, and we’re always looking to help you find your next favorite story.