Head of Finance & Accounting

Productive Playhouse • Glendale, CA

10d

About The Position

We are seeking a Head of Finance & Accounting to serve as a strategic, hands-on leader who blends financial expertise with creativity, operational intuition, and strong collaborative instincts. This role blends strategic thinking with practical execution. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in dynamic environments, enjoys building and refining systems, and can translate complex financial realities into clear, executive-level insights. Rather than a purely traditional finance leader, this role requires a “builder’s mindset,” someone who can design and refine systems, connect financial data across teams and tolls, and translate complexity into clarity for leadership. This person acts as a financial integrator and trusted partner to executives, supporting informed decision-making, discipline growth, and operational alignment. This role may be structured as either a contract-to-permanent engagement or a full-time, exempt employee position, depending on business needs and candidate alignment. Final employment classification will be determined at the time of offer. All new hires are subject to an initial assessment period during which performance, role fit, and business needs are evaluated. Continuation of the role is not guaranteed.

Requirements

• Strong foundation in accounting and finance, with experience overseeing end-to-end financial operations.
• Comfortable operating outside rigid corporate structures; adaptable, pragmatic, and execution-oriented.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across creative, technical, and operational teams.
• Systems-minded thinker who enjoys designing workflows and connecting information across functions.
• Excellent communicator who can tell a clear financial story to executive and non-financial audiences alike.
• Experience working with international entities or global financial complexity is highly preferred.
• Self-directed, resourceful, and confident researching solutions when answers are not immediately available.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or CMA certification strongly preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in financial management, ideally including leadership responsibility within a service-based, multi-entity, or globally distributed organization.
• Experience working in dynamic, entrepreneurial, or growth-stage environments where systems and processes are actively evolving.
• Demonstrated success overseeing international accounting operations, multi-currency environments, and cross-border financial coordination.
• Background in building or refining financial systems, reporting frameworks, and internal controls from the ground up.
• Experience partnering directly with executive leadership to support strategic planning, budgeting, and financial modeling initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Finance & Executive Reporting: Own and articulate the company’s financial narrative, producing clear, concise, and actionable executive-level reporting. Translate financial data into insights that inform strategic planning, prioritization, and growth decisions. Partner closely with leadership to model scenarios, assess tradeoffs, lead budgeting and support financial decision-making. Supports executive leadership with financial perspectives that balance creativity, risk, and operational reality.
• Accounting & Financial Operations: Oversee all accounting and finance functions, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strong internal controls. Serve as the primary point of coordination between internal finance and accounting teams and external partners (such as accountants, advisors, banking institutions, and auditors). Ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end close processes, reconciliations, and financial statements. Maintain compliance with applicable accounting standards, tax requirements, and regulatory obligations.
• Systems, Process, & Controls: Act as a financial systems owner ; designing, improving, and connecting workflows across tools, teams, and vendors. Identify inefficiencies, gaps, or risk areas and implement practical, scalable solutions. Maintain a balance between structure and agility, adapting processes as the business evolves. Strengthen documentation, controls, and visibility without over-engineering processes.
• Cross-Functional Leadership & Collaboration: Work closely with Dept. heads, Project Producers, operations, and leadership to align financial realities with delivery timelines and operational constraints. Build strong relationships across departments, acting as a connector who understands how work gets done and how money flows through it. Manage and mentor internal accounting staff, fostering professional development and accountability.
• Global & Multi-Entity Finance: Oversee financial operations for international entities, including Thailand and India. Navigate multi-currency accounting, intercompany transactions, local compliance requirements, and cross-border complexity. Partner with local teams and external advisors to ensure consistency and visibility across regions. Provide leadership with clear visibility into global financial performance and risk.
• Problem Solving & Continuous Learning: Proactively research unfamiliar issues, regulations, or edge cases and develop informed solutions. Approach ambiguity with curiosity, critical thinking, and sound judgment. Continuously refine financial understanding as the business, markets, and regulatory environments evolve.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive