About the role
Join the dynamic team at Clarke Films as a Graduate Accountant. In this full-time position based in Melbourne, VIC, you will play a crucial role in the company's financial accounting and reporting operations. As a recent graduate, you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals and gain invaluable hands-on experience in the Production Accounting field.
What you'll be doing
Key Responsibilities:
* Budget Management: Creating and managing production budgets, tracking expenses, and ensuring costs stay within allocated limits.
* Financial Reporting: Preparing regular cost reports, cash flow forecasts, and final financial statements for producers, financiers, and other stakeholders.
* Payment Processing: Overseeing the payment of invoices, crew salaries, and other production-related expenses.
* Payroll Management: Managing payroll for cast and crew, including processing timesheets, calculating wages, and ensuring compliance with tax regulations.
* Cost Control: Monitoring spending across all departments, identifying potential overruns, and working with the production team to implement cost-saving measures.
* Compliance: Ensuring compliance with industry regulations, union rules, and tax laws.
* Liaison: Working with producers, line producers, unit production managers, and other key personnel to manage financial aspects of the production.
* Pre-Production: Assisting with budgeting and financial planning before filming begins.
* Post-Production: Preparing final cost reports, facilitating audits, and assisting with tax incentive applications.
What we're looking for
* A recent graduate or soon-to-graduate student with a degree in Accounting
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* Excellent attention to detail and a keen eye for accuracy
* Proficiency in using financial software and spreadsheet applications
* Effective communication and interpersonal skills
* A passion for continuous learning and professional development
What we offer
We are committed to providing our employees with a supportive and rewarding work environment. As a Graduate Accountant, you can expect:
* Competitive remuneration and benefits package
* Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
* A collaborative team culture
* Access to training and mentorship programs to help you grow
About us
Clarke Films is a leading player in the Australian independent film industry.
If you are a driven and ambitious graduate looking to kickstart your Production Accounting career, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Apply now to join our team and be a part of our continued success.