Production Finance Executive, U.S. Scripted TV Series

Amazon Studios is seeking a Production Finance Executive to join the finance team supporting the expanding studios production business of . Our projects include The RINGS OF POWER REACHER JACK RYAN and THE BOYS. This is an exciting opportunity to join the team at a high-growth stage and have ownership of the production accounting and production finance functions for Scripted TV projects.

This position manages the production accounting and finance functions over the life-cycle of production from development through post production. The candidate must operate in a fast-paced global results-oriented environment and have the ability to influence the decisions of senior business leaders through effective verbal and written communication logical reasoning and the presentation of alternatives. The successful candidate must be able to think and act both strategically and tactically. Strong oral and written communication skills are crucial as well as an ability to think clearly analyze quantitatively problem-solve scope technical requirements and prioritize.

The role requires a self-starter who is able to work autonomously as well as cross-functionally with other teams including Creative Development Production Legal Business Affairs Finance and Accounting. The ideal candidate will understand the episodic television production business and be able to liaise between the Amazon business teams and production personnel.

Key job responsibilities
- Serve as the main point of contact for the financial operation of multiple original television productions.
- Oversee production accounting functions to ensure compliance with Studio finance and accounting guidelines.
- Work with show Accountants to drive accurate complete and timely cost reporting and tracking of show assets and qualified tax incentive spend.
- Provide guidance and assistance with day-to-day workflow questions and facilitate resolution of issues.
- Work closely with Production Post Legal and Business Affairs teams during the budgeting process to review analyze and vet production budgets.
- Oversee production incentive workflow and ensure receipt of tax credits or cash.
- Manage cash flow and funding schedules for assigned projects in multiple currencies.
- Manage and administer budget templates in accordance with production requirements shoot locations and tax jurisdictions.
- Ad hoc analyses and projects as required.

- Bachelors degree in accounting finance business or related field
- 10 years in series production accounting field or studio roles.

- Knowledge of Excel
- Experience with strong project management skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and presentation skills both verbal and written.
- Highly motivated analytical proactive and self-sufficient
- Ability to plan and manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Must be able to work independently and team up with various divisions.
- Able to earn the trust and respect of clients and coworkers.
- Ability to effectively research conclude on and communicate technical accounting topics.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Advanced knowledge of various production accounting software: Movie Magic Budgeting EP Smart Accounting Vista PSL

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees supervisors and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees supervisors and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal state and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct adverse and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies exercise sound judgment effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism and safeguard business operations and the Companys reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience qualifications and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical dental vision prescription Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans EAP Mental Health Support Medical Advice Line Flexible Spending Accounts Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage) 401(k) matching paid time off and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at CA Culver City - 95300.00 - 166700.00 USD annually