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Vice President – Finance & Operations-Film & TV
| Company | Sony Music Entertainment |
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| Location | Culver City, CA, USA |
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| Salary | $185000 – $225000 |
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| Type | Full-Time |
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| Degrees | Bachelor’s, MBA |
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| Experience Level | Senior, Expert or higher |
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Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting or related field; MBA or CPA preferred
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive Finance and Accounting experience with at least 5 years in a leadership role within the entertainment, media, or music industry
- Expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and data-driven decision-making
- Proven leadership in FP&A, accounting, and strategic financial management
- Strong understanding of film and TV deal structures, participations, and residuals
- Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with various teams and senior executives
- Must be agile, adaptable and resourceful
- Ability to wear multiple hats at once
Responsibilities
- Lead deal analysis for Film & TV, including greenlighting, financial modeling, and evaluating new business opportunities
- Prepare ultimate P&Ls for film acquisitions, financing, and production
- Conduct financial research and analysis within the industry to support strategic initiatives
- Oversee financial planning, including annual budgets, monthly reporting, quarterly reforecasting, and long-term strategic planning
- Develop and implement FP&A processes, forecasting models, and budgeting frameworks
- Analyze budget-to-actual variances and key financial KPIs, providing actionable insights to senior leadership
- Prepare presentations on financial performance, key metrics, risks, and opportunities for senior executive meetings
- Collaborate with label business unit finance teams to align forecasting with financial statements for accuracy and consistency
- Manage all accounting functions, including financial reporting, revenue recognition, and monthly close processes, in coordination with shared services & record label finance teams
- Approve and oversee Film & TV managed expenses, including travel & entertainment (T&E) and timesheet
- Partner with Central FP&A and Accounting to ensure robust financial controls, reporting processes, and visibility
- Maintain accurate bookkeeping and a well-organized general ledger
- Implement internal controls and compliance measures to uphold financial integrity
- Liaise with Royalty and Joint Venture Accounting teams to review, approve, and ensure timely rendering of statements to artists, producers, and other third parties
- Partner with Royalty, Joint Venture Accounting, and Label Finance teams to ensure accuracy and completeness of participations and residuals liability balances
- Support talent audits and litigation as needed
- Partner with Production Operations, Sales & Distribution, Business & Legal Affairs, People Experience, and SME Record Labels to optimize financial operations globally
- Stay abreast of industry trends, market developments, and emerging technologies to inform strategic financial decisions and drive innovation within the organization
- Drive automation and process improvements in financial operations, including closing processes and internal controls
- Build and mentor an analyst or finance/accounting team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement
Preferred Qualifications
