Amazon Studios is seeking a Production Finance Executive to join the finance team supporting the expanding studios production business of Amazon.com. Our projects include The RINGS OF POWER, REACHER, JACK RYAN and THE BOYS. This is an exciting opportunity to join the team at a high-growth stage and have ownership of the production accounting and production finance functions for Scripted TV projects.
This position manages the production accounting and finance functions over the life-cycle of production from development through post production. The candidate must operate in a fast-paced, global, results-oriented environment, and have the ability to influence the decisions of senior business leaders through effective verbal and written communication, logical reasoning, and the presentation of alternatives. The successful candidate must be able to think and act both strategically and tactically. Strong oral and written communication skills are crucial, as well as an ability to think clearly, analyze quantitatively, problem-solve, scope technical requirements and prioritize.
The role requires a self-starter, who is able to work autonomously as well as cross-functionally with other teams including Creative, Development, Production, Legal, Business Affairs, Finance, and Accounting. The ideal candidate will understand the episodic television production business and be able to liaise between the Amazon business teams and production personnel.
Key job responsibilities
- Serve as the main point of contact for the financial operation of multiple original television productions.
- Oversee production accounting functions to ensure compliance with Studio finance and accounting guidelines.
- Work with show Accountants to drive accurate, complete, and timely cost reporting and tracking of show assets and qualified tax incentive spend.
- Provide guidance and assistance with day-to-day workflow questions and facilitate resolution of issues.
- Work closely with Production, Post, Legal and Business Affairs teams during the budgeting process to review, analyze and vet production budgets.
- Oversee production incentive workflow and ensure receipt of tax credits or cash.
- Manage cash flow and funding schedules for assigned projects in multiple currencies.
- Manage and administer budget templates in accordance with production requirements, shoot locations and tax jurisdictions.
- Ad hoc analyses and projects as required.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business or related field
- 10+ years in series production accounting field or studio roles.
- Knowledge of Excel
- Experience with strong project management skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written.
- Highly motivated, analytical, proactive and self-sufficient
- Ability to plan and manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Must be able to work independently and team up with various divisions.
- Able to earn the trust and respect of clients and coworkers.
- Ability to effectively research, conclude on and communicate technical accounting topics.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Advanced knowledge of various production accounting software: Movie Magic Budgeting, EP Smart Accounting, Vista, PSL
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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USA, CA, Culver City - 95,300.00 - 166,700.00 USD annually