Manager, Tax Incentives Post Production Finance

A leading entertainment company that brings quality movies, episodic storytelling, music, and stage plays to consumers worldwide for over 95 years.
$101,000 - $138,800
Backend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
4+ years of experience
Entertainment

Description For Manager, Tax Incentives Post Production Finance

The Walt Disney Studios is seeking a Manager of Tax Incentives Post Production Finance to join their team in Burbank, California. This role sits at the intersection of entertainment and finance, offering a unique opportunity to work with one of the world's most prestigious entertainment companies.

The position involves managing worldwide film production incentives, working closely with Producers and Controllers to track and optimize tax benefits across various jurisdictions. The role requires a deep understanding of both finance and the entertainment industry, particularly in post-production processes.

Key responsibilities include managing forecasting and tracking of production incentives, overseeing incentive audits, coordinating with Production Finance Executives, and ensuring accurate reporting in the Production Finance database. The role also involves significant collaboration with various departments to establish policies for incentivizing back-end payments and improving processes across the studio.

The ideal candidate will bring 4+ years of finance and accounting experience, with at least 2 years specifically in production finance. A Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting is required, along with strong knowledge of union/guild agreements and both domestic and international tax incentives. Experience with production accounting software like PSL, Global Vista, and Smart Accounting is essential.

Working at Disney Studios offers exposure to world-class entertainment projects and the opportunity to be part of a company with a 95-year legacy of creating exceptional content. The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $101,000 to $138,800 annually, plus bonus potential and comprehensive benefits.

This role is perfect for someone who combines strong financial acumen with a passion for the entertainment industry and desires to work in a dynamic, creative environment while managing complex financial processes.

Last updated 9 days ago

Responsibilities For Manager, Tax Incentives Post Production Finance

  • Work with Producers and Controllers to update and track production incentives
  • Update finance and production colleagues on Production/VFX/Post incentives
  • Manage forecasting, tracking, reporting, and recoupment of worldwide Film production incentives
  • Oversee incentive audits, tracking and collection of incentives
  • Manage quarterly studio reporting deliverables
  • Partner with Production Finance Execs and Production Tax team
  • Coordinate and review audit requests related to year-end production entity tax filings

Requirements For Manager, Tax Incentives Post Production Finance

  • Bachelors of Science in Finance or Accounting
  • 4+ years of finance and accounting experience with 2 years of direct production finance experience
  • Knowledge of union/guild agreements
  • Knowledge of domestic and international tax incentives
  • Advanced problem-solving skills
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Experience working with production accounting software
  • Strong experience in Feature Film post-production accounting and finance

Benefits For Manager, Tax Incentives Post Production Finance

Medical Insurance
  • Medical benefits
  • Bonus opportunities
  • Long-term incentives

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