Manager, Production Finance, Animation Series

NetflixLos Angeles, CA
8dOnsite

About The Position

At Netflix, our mission is to entertain the world. Together, we are writing the next episode - pushing the boundaries of storytelling, global fandom and making the unimaginable a reality. We are a dream team obsessed with the uncomfortable excitement of discovering what happens when you merge creativity, intuition and cutting-edge technology. Come be a part of what’s next. Production Finance Manager will partner with the Netflix Production Finance Animation Series team to manage our self-produced, partner-produced, and licensed Kids & Preschool and Family Spectacle slates. This role is based in Hollywood and is onsite Mon-Thurs.

Requirements

  • Passionate about Animated content.
  • Must have Animation production finance and/or production accounting experience.
  • Broad understanding of production incentives.
  • Ability to lead and manage a team.
  • Solutions-focused.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Self-motivated, disciplined, highly organized, and able to prioritize multiple tasks.
  • Must exhibit the highest personal and professional standards of integrity and ethics.
  • Understanding of union labor agreements and union requirements, particularly IA839 (The Animation Guild), WGA, and SAG.
  • Expert skill level in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets.

Nice To Haves

  • Familiarity with GL Systems (such as Workday), PAS systems (such as Global Vista, PSL+), and IBM Planning Analytics (TM1) is a plus.
  • A college degree with a focus in accounting or finance is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with and influence internal cross-functional partners and external partner studios to deliver the highest quality original animated content.
  • Strategic thought partner to key cross-functional leadership to help drive the direction of their business by providing forward-strategic thinking and impactful analytics.
  • Lead and develop a team of associates.
  • Proactive and forward thinker with the ability to remain nimble and prioritize and deliver with a sense of urgency
  • Research, develop, and test new technologies to influence the next generation of production finance tools, and incorporate them into the Production Finance workflow.
  • Liaise with Labor Relations, Content Accounting, Internal Audit, Payroll, Accounts Payable, Treasury, and IT to ensure Production Finance policies and procedures are current, and effectively implemented on our productions.
  • Assist in preparing initial development and production budgets.
  • Provide feedback to external partner studios on budgets, workflows, and reporting.
  • Process show funding and track talent payments in accordance with deals and schedules.
  • Work with show accountants and partner studios to drive accurate, complete, and timely cost reporting - protecting and managing show assets and supporting production. Ensure cost reports are submitted on time and are accurate.
  • Keep abreast of current and changing industry trends, evolving technologies, and production incentives.
  • Occasionally, travel to partner studios to review workflows and organizational abilities and create strong relationships that facilitate better reporting and metrics.

Benefits

  • Netflix provides comprehensive benefits including Health Plans, Mental Health support, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match, Stock Option Program, Disability Programs, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, Family-forming benefits, and Life and Serious Injury Benefits.
  • We also offer paid leave of absence programs.
  • Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off.
  • Full-time salaried employees are immediately entitled to flexible time off.

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Manager

Education Level

No Education Listed

Number of Employees

5,001-10,000 employees

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