Manager – Production Finance

Summary

The Manager, Production Finance oversees the day-to-day financial operations for scripted and unscripted productions, supporting production teams through budgeting, cost reporting, tax credits, and financial compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze development and production cost reports.
• Monitor budgets, cash flows, and cost variances.
• Review vendor payments, payroll, and expense reconciliations.
• Set up new productions and ensure compliance with payroll, tax, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare labour schedules and support federal and provincial tax credit claims.
• Provide guidance to production accountants and support production finance operations.
• Collaborate with producers, finance, auditors, and government agencies.
• Assist with month-end reporting, revenue recognition, and ad hoc financial analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting; CPA designation is a strong asset.
• 10+ years of experience in production finance or production accounting within the film, television, or media industry.
• Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills.
• Advanced Excel proficiency; experience with Smart Accounting is an asset.