Director of Finance and Accounting

2 Months ago • 8 Years + • Accounting • $130,000 PA - $140,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

The Director of Finance and Accounting will lead finance and accounting operations, overseeing A/P, A/R, GL, payroll, cost tracking, forecasting, revenue recognition, and EBITDA reporting. This role requires managing accounting operations, financial reporting, process ownership, operational improvements, internal collaboration, client and vendor relations, compliance, and strategic partnership. The candidate will work closely with internal producers, department heads, and project managers ensuring accuracy, oversight, and financial integrity.
Must have:
  • 8+ years of accounting experience, 5+ in leadership.
  • Experience in production or studio accounting within entertainment.
  • Advanced knowledge of QuickBooks required.
Good to have:
  • Interest or experience with AI tools and automation.
  • LA-based (remote-friendly with PST core hours).
  • Experience transitioning accounting functions from outsourced to embedded.

Job Details

Sawhorse Productions is a Los Angeles based, Award winning full-service creative studio turning ideas into unforgettable experiences through captivating branded content, viral social moments, and groundbreaking interactive experiences. We partner with industry-leading brands, artists, and studios such as Walmart, Google, NBCUniversal, Fanatics, Toyota, Pepsi and Alo to deliver industry leading, innovative multi-platform content. At Sawhorse, we believe in fostering a culture of collaboration, creativity, and relentless excellence while shaping the future of digital storytelling.

Our projects include:

  • Branded content
  • Social/Digital Content
  • Broadcast commercials 
  • UGC Gaming platform experiences
  • Interactive/Web3 activations (AR, VR, MR, AI)

We are seeking a proactive, strategic, and detail-oriented Director of Finance and Accounting to lead our finance and accounting operations. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who can roll up their sleeves and own both the big picture and the day-to-day—from contractor payments to strategic forecasting.

This role is ideal for someone with deep entertainment or production accounting experience who wants to step in, embed within the team, and evolve existing systems—not just oversee them. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic creative environment and is eager to drive structure, accuracy, and financial clarity across multiple projects and departments.

  • Full-Cycle Accounting Oversight: Manage and maintain all accounting operations including A/P, A/R, GL, payroll, cost tracking, forecasting, revenue recognition, and EBITDA reporting and performance analysis, using a combination of cash and accrual accounting to drive informed decision-making and improve profitability.
  • Production-Specific Financial Management: Maintain a chart of accounts tailored to production workflows, enabling accurate job costing, multi-project visibility, and entertainment-specific cost tracking.
  • Financial Reporting & Analysis: Deliver timely and accurate monthly/annual financial statements, including company-wide and departmental P&Ls, cash flow, budget variance, and financial dashboards.
  • Process Ownership: Own systems like QuickBooks, Bill.com, and ADP TotalSource. Manage the end-to-end contractor invoice/payment pipeline and oversee payroll across freelance and full-time teams.
  • Operational Improvement: Review existing accounting systems and workflows with the goal of improving efficiency, scalability, and visibility across departments. Implement upgrades where needed.
  • Internal Collaboration: Work closely with internal producers, department heads, and project managers. Much of the project bookkeeping is handled internally - this role ensures accuracy, oversight, and financial integrity once data is submitted.
  • Client & Vendor Relations: Serve as the point person for finance-related communications with external partners, vendors, and clients. Build and maintain relationships while ensuring timely payments and financial transparency.
  • Compliance & Controls: Ensure accounting practices comply with federal, state, and entertainment industry requirements. Maintain strong internal controls and audit readiness.
  • Strategic Partnership: Work alongside executive leadership to support business decisions through financial planning, forecasting, and strategic guidance.

Qualifications

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred.
  • Experience: 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, with 5+ in a leadership capacity.
  • Entertainment/Creative Industry Expertise: Proven background in production or studio accounting within entertainment, advertising, or digital media.
  • Hands-On Mindset: Comfortable with both strategic finance and the operational details (e.g. paying invoices, reconciling statements).
  • Software Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of QuickBooks is required; experience with Bill.com, ADP TotalSource, and production payroll providers is preferred. Familiarity with CRM tools (such as Airtable) and corporate spend management platforms (e.g., Ramp, Brex, Bill Spend & Expense) and how they integrate into the accounting ecosystem is a strong plus.
  • Technical Proficiency: Highly proficient with essential workplace tools including G Suite (Google Workspace), Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Word), Slack, and other common cloud-based platforms. Demonstrated ability to quickly adapt to new software and internal systems as needed.
  • Client-Facing Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain financial matters clearly to creative and non-financial teams.
  • Process-Oriented: Skilled at optimizing systems, structuring workflows, and identifying operational gaps.
  • Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams and oversee finance with both confidence and precision.
  • Adaptability: Thrives in a fast-paced, creative studio setting where priorities shift and timelines evolve.

Nice To Have's

  • AI & Workflow Automation Interest: Curiosity and/or experience with AI tools or automation platforms that can streamline accounting, bookkeeping, or reporting processes. Open to exploring and implementing tech solutions that improve efficiency, reduce manual overhead, and modernize studio finance operations.
  • LA-based (remote-friendly with PST core hours)
  • Experience transitioning accounting functions from outsourced to embedded
  • Familiarity with international transactions and multi-currency reconciliation
  • Advanced certifications (e.g., CPA, CMA, MBA)

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About The Company

The biggest thing that sets Sawhorse apart is that we are all collaborative and working towards the same goal. It is a supportive community and everyone gives 100% to make what they release the best that it can be. It is an incredibly talented group of people who bring their own unique experiences and talents to the table to make things that are truly groundbreaking. Everyone has a seat at the table at Sawhorse regardless of role or level.

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