Production Finance – Audit & Financial Reporting

Summary

Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming great products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Do you love thinking analytically and have a passion for entertainment?

This is a unique opportunity where you can marry the two in which your strategic thinking will have an impact on Apple TV’s content. Are you passionate about using your financial knowledge to navigate complex challenges? As part of this group, you'll play an integral role in ensuring our day-to-day financial health. You and your team will support Apple's growth, both top and bottom line, by applying the same level of innovation toward financial matters as we do toward our products and services. Join us, and you'll have an important role in continuing Apple's legacy of efficiency and success.

Description

The Production Finance position supports Apple Studios original content efforts worldwide and reports to the Production Finance Lead for Financial Reporting & Audit. The role oversees production audits and assists in the financial oversight and compliance of Apple TV+ features and tv productions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and perform detailed production audits for Apple TV+ features and tv productions Prepare audit reports outlining findings and corrective action plans and communicate findings to Production and Production Finance and internal department teams
• Maintain the Production Finance Policies and Procedures Manual and review with productions and internal departments to address issues and ensure understanding of policies and procedures
• Ability to establish positive partnerships with the production accounting teams
• Collaborate with Production and Production Finance team members, Business Affairs, Legal, Tax and other Studio departments to strategically resolve issues and ensure an efficient production process
• Work closely with internal and external partners and auditors to manage the audit process
• Assist in the cost reporting, tax incentive tracking and analysis process
• Ad hoc financial analysis and special projects as needed

Minimum Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Finance with internal/external audit experience
• Bachelor degree required

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge and experience with union/guild agreements and production payroll
• Proficiency in production accounting software (Smart Accounting, PSL), Movie Magic Budgeting and Excel
• Proactive thinker who can prioritize and manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Detail oriented with strong organizational, teamwork, problem solving and communication skills
• Experience with Smart Accounting, PSL & SAP

Pay & Benefits

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $103,100 and $155,400, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant