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<div class="section page-centered" data-qa="job-description"><div>Illumination is seeking a Finance Coordinator, this position will provide day-to-day accounting needs across different departments including overhead, development, and marketing. They will be instrumental in maintaining accurate accounting records and adhering to accepted procedures for all production payments. A strong work ethic and a positive mindset are critical for this entry-level role as well as being highly organized, detail-oriented, and collaborative.</div></div><div class="section page-centered"><div><h3>Responsibilities</h3><ul class="posting-requirements plain-list"><ul><li>Work closely with Illumination’s teams including Overhead, Development and Marketing to process union, non-union, and above-the-line payroll</li><li>Execute weekly accounts payable for production and studio teams such as, but not limited to paying invoices, setting up vendors, initiating, and finalizing all paperwork</li><li>Review and process employee expense reports; perform monthly reconciliation of corporate cards</li><li>Prepare journal entries with supporting backup, ensuring that correct account codes are utilized, and transactions are accurately explained and supported</li><li>Maintain digital filing of all AP and related documentation</li><li>Perform ad hoc financial analyses and miscellaneous projects as needed</li></ul></ul></div></div><div class="section page-centered"><div><h3>Qualification</h3><ul class="posting-requirements plain-list"><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, or related field preferred</li><li>1- 2 years of relatedaccounting experience</li><li>Experience processing payroll through Entertainment Partners or similar is preferred but not required</li><li>Handles confidential information with a high degree of discretion and good judgment</li><li>IATSE Local 839 and Local 700 Experience is a plus</li><li>Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills</li><li>Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy</li><li>Experience working with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Adobe&nbsp;</li></ul></ul></div></div><div class="section page-centered" data-qa="closing-description"><div><span style="font-size: 16px;">The base salary range for this role is $31 - $36 per hour. </span><span style="font-size: 12pt;">We rely on market indicators to determine compensation and&nbsp;an offer will consider various factors including experience, qualifications, skills, and training.&nbsp;&nbsp;Our&nbsp;comprehensive and competitive benefits package&nbsp;includes medical, dental and vision insurance for employees and their family, 401(k), paid time off, tuition reimbursement and a variety of other perks.</span></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><b style="font-size: 10.5pt">About Illumination</b></div><div><span style="font-size: 10.5pt">&nbsp;</span></div><div><b>Illumination</b>, founded by Chris Meledandri in 2007, is one of the entertainment industry’s leading producers of event-animated films, including Despicable Me—the most successful animated franchise in cinematic history—as well as Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax, Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch and The Secret Life of Pets and Sing films. The 2023 release of Illumination's The Super Mario Bros. Movie has joined the studio library, now comprising three of the top 10 animated films of all time. Illumination’s iconic, beloved franchises—infused with memorable and distinct characters, global appeal and cultural relevance—have grossed more than $9 billion worldwide. Illumination has an exclusive financing and distribution partnership with Universal Pictures.</div><div><br></div><div>Illumination is based in Santa Monica, CA and its studio, Illumination Studios Paris, is located in the center of Paris, France.</div><div><span style="font-size: 10.5pt">&nbsp;</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 10.5pt">Illumination's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Illumination will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.</span></div><div><br></div></div>

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