Director, FCA Film Ultimates & Cash

About the Role

The Director, FCA Film Ultimates and Cash, is responsible for leading the financial modeling and budgeting of participations and residuals for theatrical products. This role requires a deep understanding of contractual obligations and the ability to translate complex deal terms into financial models and forecasts. This individual will bring a strategic mindset, strong analytical skills, and a collaborative approach to working across Participations, FP&A, Controllership, and Strategic Planning groups. Additionally, the role will support the setup and review of theatrical participation deals within the Participations and Residuals system (PARIS) as needed.

What You'll Do

• Build and maintain participation and residual ultimate models for theatrical products.
• Support cash forecasting and budgeting processes related to participation and residual obligations.
• Analyze and interpret complex legal agreements and translate terms into financial models and forecasts.
• Collaborate closely with various business units including FP&A, Controllership, Strategic Planning, Legal and Business Affairs.
• Maintain appropriate controls within the ultimate process as required by Sarbanes Oxley.
• Drive continuous process improvements to enhance efficiency and improve productivity.
• Provide strategic insights and recommendations based on financial analysis and forecasting.
• Support ad hoc requests and special projects as needed.

Requirements

• BS/BA in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• 8+ years of relevant experience, ideally in Entertainment Finance, Participations or Accounting.
• Solid experience in financial modeling, forecasting, and interpreting legal agreements into financial models.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint; experience with SAP and participations systems a plus.

Schedule

Hybrid: This position currently has a hybrid schedule, which requires contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week.

Pay & Benefits

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Salary range: $130,000-$160,000 (bonus and long-term incentive eligible).