Manager – Production Finance Sphere Media Toronto

Pays Canada

Code postal M6G 1Z6

Summary: The Manager, Production Finance is responsible for the day-to-day development and production needs for both the Scripted and Unscripted divisions. This candidate will have a strong background in television and film production as well as tax credits.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare and reconcile development cost reports in collaboration with Development Executives and Business Affairs

Maintain and update tracking of unfunded development costs and provide analysis to support decision-making with the VP of Development

Review supporting documentation and approvals for vendor payments, third-party invoices, and payroll processing

Review corporate credit card reconciliations and ensure expenses are accurately coded to projects and general ledger accounts

Ensure the set up for a new production and appropriate payroll and employer health tax accounts to comply with government agencies and guild remittances (as applicable)

Monitor production cost reports, identify budget variances, and collaborate with Head of Production and Producers

Prepare labour schedules for federal and provincial tax credit applications





Oversee and act as a key resource to production accountants on company’s policies and procedures

Responsible for day-to-day production accounting to support Production needs

Liaise with external auditors and government agencies to provide supporting documentation during audit requests

Partner with the Head of Finance to support corporate tax filings and maximize available production tax credits and incentives

Ensure monthly and quarterly production financial activities are accurately reconciled and revenue is recognized in accordance with applicable accounting standards

Perform ad hoc financial analysis and onboarding as needed

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

A minimum of 10 years of experience in similar role in media and television

CPA designation or equivalent (highly desirable)

Progressive leadership experience in production finance, production accounting, or media finance

Demonstrated strong attention to detail and with high standards for work quality

Self‑motivated with good work ethic and willingness to learn

Robust communication skills (written and oral)

Proficient in Excel and other tools as appropriate

Systems Experience: Smart Accounting (an asset)

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📌 Manager – Production Finance Sphere Media Toronto (Ontario)
🏢 Sphere Media
📍 Ontario