Theatrical Finance Coordinator
Lionsgate
Santa Monica, CAThis is a Full Time Job
Coordinator, Theatrical Finance Job Details | Lionsgate
Summary of Position
The Lionsgate Theatrical Distribution department is seeking a detail-oriented candidate to support Accounts Receivable functions for Lionsgate Theatrical releases in the domestic U.S. market. Candidate will work closely with the Theatrical Sales department to facilitate the release of content to theaters, invoice circuits, and apply payments. This role offers tremendous learning opportunity for a highly motivated self-starter, with exposure to many aspects of the theatrical release cycle and theaters across the country.
Responsibilities
• Invoice and collect film rental and related revenue from Theater Circuits in the U.S. market.
• Apply film rent payments from Theater Owners and Circuits.
• Audit and process box office reports.
• Reconcile trial balances, audit payment terms and revenue calculations.
• Review and report account status and payment information for each account to Sales team weekly.
• Review and recommend credit status changes.
• Audit and process credit refunds, as needed.
• Strategize and execute collection initiatives and holds for upcoming theatrical releases.
• Complete all necessary payment applications and reconciliation for month-end reporting.
• Database queries and ad hoc reports.
• Assist with software upgrades, implementations, testing, and documentation.
Qualifications and Skills
• Proficient in MS Office suite, with advanced experience in MS Excel (Ex. Pivot tables, VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, IF statements, SUMIFS),
• Experience working with large datasets, including data validation, cleansing, reconciliation, and analysis,
• Familiarity with SQL queries and relational database management programs,
• A minimum of two years of experience in Accounts Receivable, or Collections,
• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Business or Accounting, with coursework in Media, Entertainment, or equivalent,
• Successful candidate must be analytical, highly motivated, detail-oriented, resourceful, and an organized multi-tasker, with confident and professional communication skills, and a strong interest in business process improvements and emerging technologies,
• Prior industry experience is preferable, with a passionate interest in Film, Entertainment, Media and Box Office.
Additional Requirements
This position requires five (5) days per week in office.
Salary/Benefits
$50,000 - $55,000 /year USD
Benefits
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 401(k) company matching
Perks
• Work/life balance
Additional Information
Lionsgate (NYSE: LION) is one of the world’s leading standalone, publicly traded content companies, encompassing diversified motion picture and television production and distribution businesses, a world-class portfolio of valuable brands and franchises, a talent management and production powerhouse, and a library of over 20,000 titles. As the largest independent motion picture company globally, Lionsgate is home to beloved franchises such as John Wick, The Hunger Games, Twilight, Saw, and Now You See Me, regularly releasing 10-15 wide theatrical films each year alongside 40-50 multi-platform and direct-to-streaming titles. The studio's entrepreneurial structure, creative passion, and innovative marketing and distribution strategies enable it to not only create and extend franchises but also deliver original successes like La La Land, Wonder, Knives Out, Monster’s Ball, Precious, Fahrenheit 9/11, and Jesus Revolution. With nearly $15 billion in global box office revenue, Lionsgate has earned 335 Academy Award® nominations and 71 Oscar® wins.
