PRODUCTION ACCOUNTANT

Pavilion Entertainment a new media company incorporated in Trinidad and Tobago. It is dedicated to the original production of media projects and the regional distribution of both original and franchise programming. 

Transforming and advancing the regional media industry will not be easy so we need a team that will work efficiently and professionally in a fast paced, results-oriented environment. As such, the following competencies are critical to all hiring decisions:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• High self-awareness

• Ability to prioritise effectively and respond quickly

• Ability to be self-motivated and to use initiative

• Inventiveness and creativity

• Ability to work constructively under pressure and tight deadlines

• At least a basic understanding of relevant health and safety laws and procedures in production

The Production Accountant will calculate finances, work out the cost of a production, communicate with financiers (companies or individuals who provide the funding) and control the cash flow, or spending. Primary job duties and responsibilities will be to:

• Work with Producers and Production Managers to prepare budgets and Estimated Final Cost Reports

• Ensure the production meets all legal requirements and that the company is a legal trading entity

• Oversee all payments, manage payroll, petty cash and foreign currency and keep accurate financial records

• Monitor budgets, analyse spending and provide daily or weekly cost reports

• Produce cost forecasts to evaluate the impact of any production changes

• May also have to manage bank finance and completion guarantors

• Finalise all financial records relating to the production

• May also have to arrange an independent audit

Qualifications and competencies include:

• Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

• At least 4 years’ relevant experience 

• Proficiency in accountancy, scheduling and finance software

• Strong bookkeeping and accountancy skills

• Knowledge of the processes in film production

• Understanding guild, tax, union and other relevant regulation

• Have strong communication skills

• Ability to prioritise and work under pressure

• Maintaining confidentiality

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.