Job Description Our client creates innovative and engaging television series and digital content for international audiences. The company focuses on producing high-quality programming by combining strong storytelling, talented hosts, and strategic partnerships with broadcasters. Their goal is to deliver compelling content that resonates with viewers and achieves strong ratings.

Position Overview The company is seeking a Production Controller to manage the production accounting operations for all U.S. and Canadian non-union, non-scripted shows and pilot productions. The role will be responsible for accounting, payroll management, and financial reporting throughout all stages of production.

This is a full-time, permanent position that reports directly to the Director of Finance and the CEO .

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the company's entire production accounting function.
• Supervise one full-time employee and coordinate the work of part-time or temporary production accounting staff.
• Establish new production entities as required, including opening dedicated production bank accounts and setting up third-party payment platforms.
• Manage day-to-day accounting activities such as payroll processing, vendor payments, intercompany transactions, bank reconciliations, and government filing submissions.
• Prepare tax credit estimates, production cash flow forecasts, and financing plans for upcoming and ongoing productions.
• Assist with the preparation and submission of Canadian and U.S. film tax credit applications and other regulatory filings.
• Maintain organized and accurate documentation to support tax credits and compliance with government agencies.
• Generate monthly production cost reports and other financial statements for review by corporate finance and the production team.
• Review general ledger accounts to ensure transactions are correctly classified and recorded.
• Track receivables and milestone payments from broadcasters and funding partners, issue invoices upon completion of milestones, and follow up on outstanding balances.
• Prepare audit documentation including tax credit schedules, cost breakdowns, account reconciliations, and vendor or related-party reports.
• Support the preparation and submission of financial reports required by banks, broadcasters, and funding organizations.
• Provide assistance with additional financial tasks and special projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in production accounting.
• CPA designation preferred.
• Strong proficiency in production accounting software, particularly the Entertainment Partners suite of products.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
• Highly organized, dependable, and responsive.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and adjust priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Quick learner with the ability to adopt new tools and technologies.
• Experience with Canadian and U.S. film tax credits and incentive programs is considered an asset.
• U.S. payroll experience is also an asset.
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

Employment Details

• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits

• Dental care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Education

• Bachelor's Degree (required)

Work Location Hybrid remote position based in East York, ON (M4G 3Y2) .