Production Accountant (Film & TV) Job at Octane Multimedia LLC, Los Angeles, CA

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  • Octane Multimedia LLC
  • Los Angeles, CA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Los Angeles, CA (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Head of Finance / COO

About Us

Octane Multimedia is a prolific film and television studio specializing in high-quality genre and commercial storytelling across global markets. With a robust slate of feature films and series in production and post, we are seeking an experienced Production Accountant to oversee and manage production finances across multiple projects.

Position Summary

As Production Accountant, you will work closely with our production, legal, and finance teams to manage all accounting operations related to physical production — from budgeting and cost tracking to payroll and tax incentive reporting. You will ensure accurate financial reporting, cash flow management, and union compliance across our film and TV slate.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee and manage production accounting on multiple concurrent projects (pre-production through post)

     

  • Set up cost tracking systems for each project (e.g., Movie Magic, SmartAccounting)

     

  • Manage payroll processing for cast, crew, and union reporting (SAG-AFTRA, IATSE, DGA)

     

  • Reconcile petty cash, purchase orders, invoices, and credit cards

     

  • Issue weekly cost reports and cash flow projections to producers and executives

     

  • Coordinate with production teams to ensure timely and accurate financial inputs

     

  • Manage production bank accounts and monitor disbursements

     

  • Prepare wrap binders and final cost reports for tax credit audits and financiers

     

  • Work with auditors, completion bond reps, and financiers as needed

     

Qualifications

  • 3–7 years of experience in film/TV accounting or production finance

     

  • Deep knowledge of industry-standard software: Movie Magic Budgeting, PSL, SmartAccounting, Greenslate, or similar

     

  • Familiarity with tax incentive tracking and audit prep

     

  • Strong understanding of union rules, fringes, and payroll practices

     

  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational and reporting skills

     

  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously

     

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working with independent film or studio projects at various budget levels

     

  • Experience handling international production accounting and currencies

     

  • CPA or degree in accounting/finance a plus, but not required if experienced

     

Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary Range: $50,000 – $75,000 DOE

  • Health insurance

Paid time off & holidays

Job Tags

Full time,

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