Job Description

Job Description

Who We Are:

Anonymous Content is a visionary global media company that produces multi-platform premium content and boasts an exceptional client roster which includes many of the world’s most renowned and innovative directors, writers, and actors. The company’s award-winning Film & TV division encompasses many commercially successful and critically acclaimed works. Current Anonymous Content films include the recently released and critically acclaimed THE STRANGER (Netflix) starring Joel Edgerton, SWAN SONG (Apple TV+), WORTH (Netflix), STILLWATER (Focus Features) and THE MIDNIGHT SKY (Netflix) as well as the highly anticipated upcoming films, FOE (Amazon) starring Saoirse Ronan, Paul Mescal and Aaron Pierre that is currently in post-production, and the adaptation of Colson Whitehead’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel THE NICKEL BOYS. The company is also behind the three-time Academy Award winning film THE REVENANT, Best Picture Academy Award winning film SPOTLIGHT, and Academy Award winning film for Best Original Screenplay, ETERNAL SUNSHINE OF THE SPOTLESS MIND. The company’s TV credits include the recently released SAINT X (Hulu) directed by Dee Rees, SHANTARAM (Apple TV+) starring Charlie Hunnam, THE LAST DAYS OF PTOLEMY GREY (Apple TV+) starring Samuel L. Jackson and Dominique Fishback, as well as the second season of RANDOM ACTS OF FLYNESS (HBO). Upcoming series include season four of TRUE DETECTIVE (HBO) starring Jodie Foster, TIME BANDITS (Apple TV+) from Taika Waititi, DISCLAIMER (Apple TV+) from Alfonso Cuarón, starring Cate Blanchett and Kevin Kline, and SAVANT (Apple TV+), starring Jessica Chastain. Anonymous Content has also produced many other award winning and critically acclaimed series including MR. ROBOT (USA Network), HOMECOMING (Amazon), 13 REASONS WHY (Netflix), DICKINSON (Apple TV+), HOME BEFORE DARK (Apple TV+), and DEFENDING JACOB (Apple TV+). Through its Commercial work, Anonymous Content is also the driving creative force behind countless leading global brands. In 2018, Anonymous Content created The Lab, a creative incubator designed to push the boundaries of how brands tell stories by engaging emerging filmmakers and diverse storytellers. For more information, visit www.anonymouscontent.com.

This position will be located in our Culver City office and may be asked to be in the office on a hybrid schedule (days in-office to be determined). This can be subject to change to the then-current Company policy.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Production Accountant will report to the Controller and will be responsible for production accounting in our brand studio business. This individual will be responsible for facilitating production teams’ requests, ensuring compliance with production accounting policies and procedures and timely and accurate processing of invoices. To be successful, this individual must have strong communication and organizational skills, be detail-oriented, and be able to work well across teams. The ideal candidate will be highly interested in the entertainment business and will be passionate about Production.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ability to maintain organization across multiple contemporaneous productions

• Serve as a liaison and key accounting point of contact with productions ensuring that policies are followed per company and AICP guidelines

• Facilitate coordination among Production Payroll, Cost Accountant, and Corporate AP team

• Support the reconciliation of bank accounts, petty cash accounts, payroll clearing accounts, credit card statements and vendor aging

• Entry of vendor invoices and data in a timely and precise manner

• Maintain vendor master files (e.g., W-9 forms), set up accounts with new vendors, and respond to vendor inquiries regarding payment status of invoices

• Conduct start-up and wrap meetings with productions to ensure the Accounting Department has received proper job documentation, such as POs, invoices, timecards, and production actuals

• Prepare, review, and issue annual 1099 forms in a timely manner

• Complete ad-hoc and special projects to support the Accounting department

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of the employee's activities, duties, or responsibilities for this job. Duties, obligations, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

• 2-5+ years of accounts payable experience and/or Associate’s degree or greater in Accounting or related field
• Experience in either a production accounting department or a production office required
• Self-starter with the ability to prioritize and execute on multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Experience with one or more relevant accounting systems preferred (e.g., Sage Intacct, Accrualify)
• High-energy level and a strong proactive work ethic
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word required
• Self-motivated, eagerness to learn, and willingness to take on new challenges
• Strong organizational and time management skills

To perform this job successfully, the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty above at the highest levels. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

What You Will Get

• The unique and exciting opportunity to work at one of the leading global entertainment companies
• Access to the tools, leadership, and resources you will need to create and drive a center of excellence
• Visibility into our many business lines within the media and entertainment space
• The opportunity to do the best work of your career
• Work in an inclusive and diverse Company culture
• Competitive benefits (401k, healthcare insurance, PTO) and programs to support your well-being

Please submit resume at https://www.anonymouscontent.com/careers/

Anonymous Content is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, or any other protected group status as defined by the law.