Flying Bark Productions is working on exciting projects such as the highly anticipated Avatar: The Last Airbender feature film, Netflix's Stranger Things animated series, Marvel Studios’ What If…?, Disney Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur, as well as our production Tales From Outer Suburbia by Shaun Tan.
*Please note that this is a contract position. Applicants within Australia preferred, with full working rights required (sorry, no remote or sponsorship opportunities at this time).*
The Financial Analyst is a key contributor to the financial success of our production company, providing accurate and timely financial reporting, cost tracking, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. This role supports the Financial Controller in all corporate reporting functions, enabling smooth financial operations and allowing creative teams to focus on delivering exceptional content. Key responsibilities include managing month- end processes, assisting with budgeting and forecasting, and ensuring compliance with statutory obligations.
About the role:
Manage and execute month-end closing processes, ensuring accurate reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting.
Prepare and post production-related journal entries while adhering to deadlines and maintaining precision.
Reconcile production accounts, resolve discrepancies, and manage production drawdowns, cost invoices, and accruals in close coordination with the Financial Controller.
Ensure the timely reconciliation of intercompany transactions and ensure they are balanced.
Organise and prepare production-related financial documentation required for annual audits.
Address audit queries promptly and ensure compliance with audit recommendations.
Prepare and submit quarterly Business Activity Statements (BAS).
Assist in the preparation of tax returns and ensure full compliance with relevant taxation legislation.
Manage Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) obligations and related matters.
Perform weekly bank reconciliations and maintain the asset register, ensuring its accuracy.
Oversee internal capital expenditure (CAPEX) cost reporting and ensure accurate tracking.
Provide support for payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable processes.
Manage royalty report collection and ensure the timely distribution of investor income for completed projects.
Undertake additional tasks and responsibilities as required by the finance team.
About you:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
2–4 years of accounting experience, with prior production accounting experience being highly desirable.
Proficiency in financial software (e.g., Dynamics 365) and advanced Excel skills, including financial modelling expertise.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
What do we do?
Flying Bark Productions is a renowned independent producer of family-focused animation entertainment. For over 50 years, our 2D and 3D production facility has created award-winning feature films and TV series.
Why work with us?
We work on some pretty cool projects - check out our website: https://www.flyingbark.com.au/
We have an industry leading studio space in Alexandria, complete with a cinema, quiet room, Zen Garden, games room, and state of the art animation facilities.
Breakfast is served daily - on us!
We have cake days, movie nights, wrap parties & a culture club dedicated to coordinating our busy social calendar!
The Barkers have big hearts too, with our Paws for a Cause fundraising arm raising much needed funds for charities such as Beyond Blue, RSPCA and the Cancer Council.
We love dogs and you will often see some of our regular fluffy companions in the studio.
We have a hybrid approach to work with flexible work from home days on offer.
Career development is important to us so we offer training and support opportunities whenever possible.
Our employees say our culture is the best they've ever experienced - everyone is welcome and celebrated!
You'll have access to mental health resources and free counselling via our Employee Assistance Provider, Support Act.
Enjoy holistic wellbeing support through discounted health insurance with Bupa, financial wellbeing initiatives from our superannuation partner Media Super, and access to staff qualified in Mental Health First Aid.
Flying Bark Productions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.