Production Finance Accountant

ABOUT CHANGING LIVES PRODUCTIONS:

Changing Lives Productions is the video production company of Dhar Mann Studios, aimed at creating positive content for the social media generation. Our short, motivational videos focused on life, business, and relationships receive over 1 Billion views monthly and have garnered over 70 Billion views on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram and TikTok. The team is led by Dhar Mann, a mission-driven entrepreneur with a global audience of over 143 Million social media followers and one of the highest viewed content creators in the world today. Our stories depict real life situations shown by actors that teach important life lessons, inspired by Dhar Mann's personal experience of success and failure. The company is driven by one founding principle: We’re not just telling stories, we’re changing lives.

BIG PICTURE:

We're seeking a proactive and detail-obsessed Production Finance Accountant to take ownership of core accounting functions and ensure smooth, efficient day-to-day financial operations. This role will work closely with our Financial Controller and key department leads to support our rapid growth, all while maintaining a strong foundation of financial accuracy and accountability.

HOW YOU’LL SPEND YOUR TIME:

• Manage general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and core accounting operations.
• Manage month-end close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting packages. 
• Manage the preparation of weekly / monthly financial statements, budget variance analysis, and reporting for leadership. 
• Collaborate with colleagues (Senior Management, Production, HR, Operations, etc.) to support budgeting, spending compliance, and forecasting. 
• Maintain accurate vendor records, invoice approvals, and expense reports for policy adherence. 
• Manage payroll reconciliations and coordinate with HR on resolving discrepancies. 
• Contribute to the design and improvement of financial processes, internal controls, and systems to scale with the studio’s growth.

WHAT YOU HAVE:

• 7+ years of accounting experience, ideally within media, production, or fast-paced startup environments 
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or MBA strongly preferred 
• Strong understanding of the U.S. GAAP and its practical application in day-to-day accounting and financial reporting 
• Proficiency with accounting systems such as QuickBooks Online, QuickBooks Payroll, Greenslate, NetSuite, or similar platforms 
• Strong Excel and Google Workspace skills, with a solid understanding of production finance 
• Proven ability to perform hands-on accounting work while managing small teams or outsourced partners 
• Successfully led end-to-end internal and external audits, including planning, auditor coordination, data preparation, issue resolution, and timely closure 
• A natural collaborator who’s equally confident working with numbers and creative professionals
• Exceptional attention to detail, time management, and a solutions-first mindset 

WHO OVERSEES YOU:

This role will report directly to the Financial Controller.

WHERE IT ALL GOES DOWN:

All the action takes place at our studio in Burbank, CA!

WHEN THE MAGIC HAPPENS:

Monday - Friday full-time with a flexible schedule, will be discussed during interview 

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN US: 

• Work alongside industry leaders on thrilling, fast-paced projects as our content rapidly expands.
• Enjoy perks like comprehensive health benefits, paid time off, and paid holidays!
• Get to know us: https://www.dharmann.com/career