Senior Finance Specialist

4 weeks ago

Old Toronto, Ontario, Canada WildBrain Full time

Company Overview

Location: Toronto, ON

Hybrid Work Model: Employees enjoy a blend of in-office collaboration and remote work flexibility.

Join a Creative Team
At WildBrain, we are a collective of innovators and storytellers dedicated to delivering top-tier children's content and brands to families worldwide. We foster imagination, prioritize creativity, and harness the art of storytelling. Our global team thrives in a collaborative, open-minded, and passionate environment, where every member contributes to crafting narratives that inspire. Become part of our journey and help shape our story.

Role Overview
Reporting directly to the Director of Production Finance, the Senior Financial Analyst plays a pivotal role within the Finance team, ensuring timely and efficient period-end reporting, preparing essential G/L account reconciliations, and compiling legal entity statements.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct monthly account reconciliations to pinpoint potential issues or risks, collaborating with the finance team for resolution.
  • Analyze monthly and quarterly financial outcomes, including comprehensive balance sheet and profit & loss analytics for precision and thoroughness.
  • Develop working papers to substantiate third-party participation payables, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
  • Manage and maintain journal entries related to Film Investments, including amortization and IIF reconciliations.
  • Assess impairment indicators for film assets and provide insights for quarterly impairment testing.
  • Evaluate production financing structures concerning legal entity accounting and intercompany eliminations.
  • Support the month-end closing process and prepare accounting entries for various accounts, including acquisition-related and other liability accounts.
  • Oversee legal entity accounting and transfer pricing adjustments for statutory reporting and tax compliance.
  • Prepare working papers and analyses to facilitate quarterly reviews and annual audits by external auditors.
  • Coordinate internal, external, and statutory audits for multiple entities.
  • Investigate new financial disclosure requirements and assess their implications for the company.
  • Guide the documentation and implementation of accounting policies and internal controls, establishing best practices for the finance team.
  • Assist in enhancing systems and automating financial reporting processes and reconciliations.
Qualifications
  • Accounting designation is required; CPA-CA is preferred.
  • Relevant experience as a financial analyst; experience in a public company, media, or studio production distribution environment is advantageous.
  • Strong analytical skills and effective communication abilities.
  • Ability to challenge existing processes and embrace innovative ideas from colleagues.
  • Thrives in a dynamic environment, demonstrating intellectual curiosity and a focus on achieving results while upholding the highest standards of integrity and ethics.
  • A collaborative team player with a strong desire to learn and excel.
  • Possesses a proactive approach to all tasks.
  • Familiarity with financial reporting systems (e.g., Great Plains Dynamics, Management Reporter) is a plus.
  • Proficient computer skills, particularly in spreadsheet applications (i.e., Excel).
Additional Insights

What We Provide

Working at WildBrain transcends mere employment — it’s an opportunity to collaborate with extraordinary, insightful, and imaginative individuals who will recognize your talents and support your professional growth in a creative and individual-focused environment.

Our Commitment to Diversity

Diversity and Inclusion are fundamental to our ethos. As a global leader in children’s entertainment, we aim to reflect and honor the diversity of our audiences. We believe that fostering a culture of belonging is essential to creating diverse and inclusive content and brands. We celebrate and welcome the diversity of all employees and strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

We are dedicated to providing a supportive workplace and a corporate culture that promotes equal opportunities for all employees. We recognize that individuals bring experiences and talents that extend beyond the technical skills required for a role. If you possess relevant experience, we encourage you to consider applying. We firmly believe that diverse experiences, transferable skills, and passion are vital. WildBrain is committed to accommodating individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Applicants are encouraged to communicate any accommodation needs in advance.

About WildBrain

At WildBrain, we ignite imaginations through the magic of storytelling. As leaders in comprehensive IP management, we excel in content creation, audience engagement, and global licensing, nurturing beloved brands with families worldwide. With an extensive library of approximately 13,000 half-hours of filmed entertainment, we are home to cherished franchises like Peanuts, Teletubbies, and Strawberry Shortcake. Our mission is to deliver exceptional entertainment experiences that captivate audiences of all ages.

Our studios produce award-winning series enjoyed globally, available on numerous platforms. WildBrain is headquartered in Canada with a presence worldwide and is publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: WILD). Visit us for more information.


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