Finance Assistant at FIFTH SEASON – Los Angeles, California

About FIFTH SEASON

FIFTH SEASON is a leading global independent studio that specializes in the development, financing, production and distribution of feature films, premium television series and documentaries for theatrical distributors, streaming platforms as well as broadcast and cable networks globally. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles, California, and operates major hubs in New York and London as well as additional offices in Europe, Asia and South America. Known for producing and distributing award-winning content that engages audiences and moves culture, the studio’s film titles include the multi-Oscar-nominated The Lost Daughter from Maggie Gyllenhaal, Ambulance directed by Michael Bay, Destin Daniel Cretton’s Just Mercy, the Book Club franchise, the Sundance Film Festival Audience Award winner Cha Cha Real Smooth, and 80 For Brady. The studio produces premium TV series including the 14-time Emmy-nominated Severance, See, and Truth Be Told for Apple TV+, Wolf Like Me for Peacock, Life & Beth, Nine Perfect Strangers, and McCartney 3, 2, 1 for Hulu, and Tokyo Vice for HBO Max. FIFTH SEASON also handles global distribution for dozens of hit series in addition to its own studio productions, including Killing Eve, The Morning Show, Normal People, and The Night Manager.

Our Culture:

A studio with a soul, FIFTH SEASON is proud to be an anti-racist and feminist company, focused on leaving the entertainment business better than we found it. We empower freedom and ownership, delivering the expertise of a big studio with the entrepreneurial spirit and creativity of a start-up.

We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic and exciting industry. The ideal candidate is driven and hungry to learn and wants to be in the trenches of the entertainment industry. If you meet the above requirements and are excited about this opportunity, we invite you to apply.

Role Summary:

At FIFTH SEASON, we're revolutionizing the entertainment industry with groundbreaking content that captivates global audiences. As a dynamic studio with a soul, we're seeking a Finance Assistant to join our team. This role will be instrumental in providing executive-level administrative support, supporting the maintenance of accurate financial records, and assisting in various accounting, production finance and financial planning functions. The ideal candidate will work closely with finance executives to support travel & expense policy compliance, and other financial projects as needed. They must be a self-starter with excellent communication skills and possess a keen attention to detail. This role requires interaction with high-level internal and external clients in a professional and confidential manner. 

If you're passionate about the entertainment industry with a desire to be in finance, accounting or a related field and want to make a significant impact on a global scale, we encourage you to apply.

Role Responsibilities:

• Providing executive-level administrative support to finance executives, including managing calls and calendars, coordinating and scheduling internal/external meetings, creating expense reports and tracking expense reimbursements.
• Maintaining and organizing various documents and contracts in a shared drive, updating and distributing databases to internal and external teams as necessary.
• Assisting in financial planning, production finance and accounting teams with ad-hoc projects, including coordinating with other departments to gather necessary information for process improvement initiatives.
• Supporting gathering of documents for internal and external requests.
• Supporting preparation of financial reports and analysis for various projects.
• Supporting the Company’s compliance with internal controls and company policies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related field
• 1-2 years of experience in a finance or accounting role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Strong analytical skills with a passion for numbers and data-driven analysis
• Highly detail-oriented
• Strong Microsoft office skills including Excel, Outlook, Word and PowerPoint

Characteristics & Personality:

• Proficient in clear oral and written communication, fostering collaboration across organizational levels, global offices, and worldwide time zones.
• Entrepreneurially minded who thrives in fast-paced environments, adept at proactively navigating change and driving creative solutions.
• Overcomes challenges with grit, embracing change as an opportunity for growth.