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