Proven ability to manage and complete accounting projects of $500K to 14 million dollars as Production Accountant to film productions. Have the proven ability to insure that funds are flowing into the production on a timely basis and insure that payroll and Accounts Payable are paid weekly. I work in respect based collaborative environment internally and externally to my Department. Managing projects and clients allows me to be flexible and fresh. Clients expect good service in terms of knowledge of their business and attitude.
Experience
Independent Accounting Consultant August 1999 — Present
• Work primarily for the Film Industry but have additional experience in Manufacturing, Documentary and Abattoir business.
• Provide a full range of accounting services, including: Payroll/Accounts Payable, Invoicing and Bank Reconciliation.
• Work with the Production Hierarchy to insure that funds/funding and spending are controlled and institute financial controls as required.
• Provide external reporting of expenses and cash positions on a weekly basis.
• Charged with managing production accounting audits (Typically 3 per production)
• Manage work flow critical to keep reporting relevant in terms of controlling production, including: Payroll, Accounts Payable and Petty Cash.
• Approve every piece of Data that is entered into the accounting software.
• Work on my own or manage a staff of up to 4 people depending on the size and scope of the project.
