In-House Production Accountant

Job Description

Our client, Big Coat Media, located in the east end of Downtown Toronto is looking for an In-House Production Accountant to join their team. Our client specializes in unscripted entertainment-based programming and documentaries. They have established a solid reputation due to their ability to deliver innovative, adaptive, and engaging productions of the highest quality. The company's long-term success is also based on the important relationships they build with clients and broadcast partners, and ensuring they consistently serve their needs.

This team is committed to providing first-rate programming for various platforms that will continue to meet the desires of a diverse and ever-evolving audience.

Reporting to the CEO, the successful candidate will work collaboratively within a modestly sized finance and accounting team and will be responsible for Production Cost and Payroll related duties as it pertains to Productions.

Responsibilities

· Perform the day-to-day accounting functions: accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and general accounting transactions;

· Monitor production budgets and bank accounts;

· Prepare regular production cost reports, working with the production management team to finalize financial data;

· Prepare production cashflow;

· Work with production to gather and maintain start paperwork.

· Process bi-weekly, non-union, production payroll and reports as per federal and provincial compliance requirements;

· Prepare and submit applications for various tax credits including CAVCO (PSTC) / OMDC

· Deliver breakdown of costs for CRTC and OMDC;

· Reconcile intercompany transactions with Corporate Accountant, ensuring all information is being captured accurately;

· Analyze and present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner; clearly communicate monthly and annual financial statements; collate financial reporting materials for all funding segments, and oversee all financial, project/program and grants accounting;

· Compile information for production company audits;

· Produce ad-hoc reports to CEO, external auditor/accountant or bank as requested;

· Assist in other general accounting duties or projects as required;

· Maintain professional and technical knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, payroll legislation, non-profit tax legislation etc. by keeping abreast of changes to legislation, reviewing professional publications etc.

Knowledge & Skill Requirements

· 2-3 years of production accounting experience in the TV or Film sector;

· College diploma or university degree in Accounting;

· Experience in processing payroll and payroll related reports;

· Experience in gathering data, compiling the proper information, and preparing financial reports;

· Experiencesubmitting reports for government grants, remittances, etc;

· Proficient using QuickBooks, and MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook);

· Knowledge of accounting in accordance with Canadian Generally Accepted Accounting Principles;

· Knowledge of provincial Employment Standard Act and its requirements;

· Must be responsive, reliable, highly organized, extremely detail oriented, and exhibit a strong work ethic;

· Must be naturally proactive with the ability to identify important tasks and prioritize them for completion without direction;

· Ability to work independently using an above average level of initiative;

· Must possess a high level of moral judgment for handling confidential information and monetary transactions.

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Our Client offers a competitive compensation package, including benefits, commensurate with experience.

Please forward a cover letter and resume

No phone calls please.

Applicants will be reviewed immediately until the role is filled.

Applicants with disabilities who are qualified and selected for an interview will be accommodated upon request.

Our client wishes to thank all those that apply, however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Our client is an equal-opportunity employer.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g4y0pq-18-118-7-85-42 in your application.