Controller - Film Distribution Job at Vertical Entertainment, Santa Monica, CA

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  • Vertical Entertainment
  • Santa Monica, CA

Job Description

Vertical Entertainment is a leading global independent film distributor active across all mediums and providing a unique combination of full-service marketing and highly effective sales support.

Position : Controller

Reports To : Chief Executive Officer 

Overview : the Controller is the senior executive with primary responsibility for managing the financial position and activity of the company. This position is expected to communicate across all levels of the organization.

Primary Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Lead the financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes, including oversight of the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities, forecast and budget submissions, journal entry and expenditure approvals, compensation planning, and cost management
  • Work with key stakeholders, operating groups, and finance team members to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the financial planning process, assumptions, and results
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (including Acquisitions, Sales, Marketing, Operations, Public Relations, and Legal) in guiding financial operations
  • Perform deal analysis to optimize profitability and minimize financial risks
  • Manage residuals and royalties in connection with Vertical assets/titles, including payments and correspondence with licensing and co-acquisition partners
  • Manage Producer financial statements for Vertical titles/assets
  • Stay abreast of industry trends, market developments, and emerging technologies to inform strategic financial decisions and drive innovation within the organization
  • Provide guidance and oversee general Finance and Accounting functions:
    • Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
    • Cash Management
    • External Audit
    • Tax management and reporting
    • Financial Forecasting
    • Bank Relationship Management
    • Vendor/Contractor Management
    • Evaluate accounting and tax impact of M&A activity

Qualifications :

  • Minimum of 10 years of relevant practical finance/accounting experience in media, distribution, entertainment and/or streaming required
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively lead cross-functional teams and collaborate with external counterparts
  • Strong financial acumen with experience managing large budgets efficiently
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or another relevant field required. Master's degree preferred
  • Exceptional technical, organizational, verbal and written communication skills required

People Who Thrive in Our Culture Are :

  • Entrepreneurial / Self-starter: One who enjoys adding structure and process without limiting ability to react and be nimble. Able to fill gaps and take on more responsibility in ways that easily integrate with existing workflows, adding value without overburdening senior management.
  • Mature confidence: The proven ability to take initiative and work independently, but the humility to ask for guidance when necessary.
  • Focus on Value Add: Rigor and focus on adding value. Time should be allocated to support the goal of raising as targeted capital as efficiently as possible. In a small organization, this is one of the key skills and ways to build trust and confidence.
  • Multi-Tasking: excels at prioritizing tasks and effectively managing multiple deadlines simultaneously.
  • Effective communicator: strong communications skills that pay attention to small details and take pride in their work.
  • Inclusive: those who are committed to fostering a positive, inclusive, and equitable culture.

Job Tags

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