Head of Production Finance

We are excited to introduce WONDER Project, a transformative new media company for the global faith and values audience. We understand the profound impact that stories have on our lives, and our purpose is to tell stories that restore faith in things worth believing in that will endure for generations. Guided by the principles of courage, collaboration, excellence and service, we strive to see the world through different perspectives, recognizing that empathy fosters understanding and unity. We are looking for motivated team members who are passionate about their craft and hungry to make a meaningful impact through their work. On our team, we value creativity, curiosity, kindness and a bias towards action. Those with a desire for growth, experience and opportunity who can excel in a dynamic and lean organization will fit right in. We welcome you to join us on this journey, where our work is a testament to our unwavering commitment to restoring faith in things worth believing in. About the role The Head of Production Finance will lead all aspects of production-related financial operations across film and television projects. This individual will be responsible for establishing financial controls, overseeing cost reporting and compliance, and partnering with key stakeholders to manage budgets from development through delivery. As a key member of the leadership team in a growing organization, the Head of Production Finance will be both a strategic thought partner and a hands-on operator, setting up and managing workflows that scale with the business. This role includes oversight of payroll, accounts payable, cash flow forecasting, budget creation, and audit readiness, while supporting the larger corporate finance and planning needs of the company. The Head of Production Finance will also interface regularly with production teams, accounting staff, production service partners, and internal executives. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership: Serve as the primary point of contact for all production finance matters across development and physical production. Partner with creative, business affairs, and corporate finance leads to ensure financial goals and strategies are aligned across the company. Develop and implement production finance policies, systems, and best practices tailored to the company's scale and growth objectives. Lead financial planning for production activity, including preparation of long-range forecasts, scenario planning, and project-specific investment analysis. Production Finance Operations: Oversee budgeting, cost tracking, and financial reporting for all projects. Build and maintain financial models, cash flow forecasts, and budget-to-actual reports. Review and approve funding requests and monitor cash movement across production accounts. Manage onboarding and oversight of production accountants and payroll vendors. Ensure proper setup of bank accounts, accounting systems, and union payroll processing (SAG, DGA, WGA, IATSE). Supervise reconciliation of funding sources, tax incentives, and studio billbacks. Development Oversight: Track and report development spend, including writers' rooms, pilot production, and early-stage prep. Manage start paperwork, vendor onboarding, and cost reporting for development projects. Coordinate with Business Affairs and Legal to ensure deal terms are reflected accurately in the accounting systems. Develop and maintain internal financial trackers and dashboards. Align production budgets with company chart of accounts. Support preparation of rate cards for internal resources and monitor consistent margin achievement. Lead or support annual and project-specific audits, both internal and third-party. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field. 5–12 years of experience in production finance or accounting, ideally with at least 3 years in a senior or leadership capacity. Deep understanding of union agreements and entertainment industry norms. Experience working in both studio and independent production environments preferred. Exceptional Excel and financial modeling skills; familiarity with EP, PSL, Movie Magic Budgeting, and ideally NetSuite. Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize effectively, and communicate clearly with senior leadership and production teams. High ethical standards, attention to detail, and a proactive problem-solving approach. Experience with tax credit tracking and multi-currency accounting is a plus. Salary & Benefits: The WONDER Project, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of their qualifications, consistent with applicable state and federal laws. In addition, The WONDER Project, Inc. will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. The WONDER Project, Inc. will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and federal law.

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