Production Accountant

Job Description At Brown Bag Films, our motto is simple: "We Love Animation ." And we mean it - we put our artists at the heart of everything we do. As one of the most creatively driven animation studios, we are passionate about creating high-quality, engaging content for kids and families everywhere.

We are currently looking for a Production Accountant to join our Finance team here at our Dublin studio. The successful candidate will work on high profile TV series for global broadcasters in a lively, creative environment.

This is a 12-month Fixed-Term contract based in Dublin.

Please note that our studio operates on a hybrid model, with a minimum of two days per week required in the studio.

The successful candidate must have the right to work in Ireland for the duration of the contract.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide cost reports and up to date forecast advice on managed productions.
• Highlight material over / under spends and advise Producer and relevant partners
• Other duties include the ability to:
  • Prepare monthly cost reports to client for handled projects with detailed analysis of movement
  • Attend monthly client call with Producers to answer any financial questions raised by the client
  • Prepare paperwork for Tax Credit application where applicable
  • Complete monthly bank recs for all SPV's
  • Prepare monthly management accounts to TB stage for managed SPV's with detailed analysis of any movements
  • Prepare all paperwork for handled SPV's for audit & collaborate closely with auditors through the audit process
  • Work closely with Producers to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the financial aspect of the production is communicated at all times.
  • Ad hoc projects as and when identified

Key Requirements

• Must have at least 3 years' experience in a similar sized SME
• Must have or be working towards a recognised accountancy qualificationKey Requirements
  • Must have at least 3 years' experience in a similar sized SME
  • Must have or be working towards a recognised accountancy qualification
  • Must be adaptable and self-motivated
  • Must be a clear communicator
  What We Offer:
  • 1. Hybrid Working - Minimum of 2 days working in studio.
  • 2. 25 paid holiday days per annum (available immediately, pro-rated)
  • 3. Up to 10 paid sick leave days per annum (available immediately, pro-rated)
  • 4. HSF Healthcare Scheme (available immediately - opt-in cash scheme)
  • 5. Life insurance (available immediately)
  • 6. Long Term Sickness Income protection (available immediately)
  • 7. Maternity Leave Payment
  • 8. Educational Assistance
  Other perks that are available to BBF employees:
  • 1. Up to 10 days (in one block) in a calendar year Working from Anywhere Policy (after successful probation period)
  • 2. Employee Assistance Programme (available immediately)
  • 3. Bike to Work Scheme (available immediately)
  • 4. Tax Savers Scheme (available immediately)
  • 5. Specsavers Voucher (available immediately)
  • 6. Dog Friendly studio/policy.