Director, International Accounting and Operations

Summary of Position:

The International Sales Operations & Accounting group oversees front-end finance functions which include invoicing, collection, recording, and reporting of Minimum Guarantee payments, as well as rights management, contract administration, and system development.  Financial data maintained by the group flows directly to the company’s General Ledger, along with other key deal points which provide the basis for reports and analysis tools used throughout the International Division, MPG and Lionsgate.   

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage systems, business processes, and documentation relating to contract entry, collections for International All-Rights Sales Team for all territories (China exclusively), and cash application.
• Conduct forecasting, and cash flow analysis in cooperation with the accounting group to achieve best estimate of General Ledger aging of billed and unbilled accounts receivable, and determine deferred revenue values.
• Work in tandem with international legal, distribution and servicing teams to ensure timely payments and collections prior to delivery of materials.
• Letter of Credit administration.
• Collaborate with IT to improve and develop optimal data capture, cleanse, and financial reporting modules
• Provide financial reporting and status updates both internally, and to sales agency partners as needed
• Lead monthly Accounts Receivable meeting to discuss payment issues with the legal, servicing, distribution, and accounting teams

Qualifications and Skills

• 7-10 years accounting and collections experience
• Proficiency in SAP and rights tracking systems (e.g., FilmTrack, Rightsline)
• Proactive self-starter with strong communication skills
• Ability to multitask and work on a wide variety of assignments 
• Ability to thrive and work collaboratively in a team environment while often working independently
• Working knowledge in key accounting and collections principles

About the Company

Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B) encompasses world-class motion picture and television studio operations aligned with the STARZ premium global subscription platform to bring a unique and varied portfolio of entertainment to consumers around the world. The Company’s film, television, subscription and location-based entertainment businesses are backed by a 17,000-title library and a valuable collection of iconic film and television franchises. A digital age company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and commitment to innovation, the Lionsgate brand is synonymous with bold, original, relatable entertainment for audiences worldwide.

Business Unit Overview

Motion Picture Group
Lionsgate’s motion picture business is a consistent box office market share leader with films that have grossed more than $10 billion worldwide over the past six years. This leadership is driven by world-class talent relationships, a deep and renewable portfolio of iconic brands and franchises, and a diverse and balanced slate that is built to enhance consumer enjoyment of the theatrical experience but also has the flexibility to utilize a broad range of alternative release strategies as the opportunities to monetize films continue to expand. The creator, owner and distributor of great film brands including The Hunger Games, Twilight Saga, John Wick, Now You See Me, Knives Out, La La Land, Saw, Dirty Dancing and Monster’s Ball, among many others, films released by Lionsgate and its predecessor companies have earned 129 Academy Award® nominations and 32 Oscar® wins.

In addition to its mainstream commercial releases, Lionsgate’s Motion Picture Group includes specialty film distributor Roadside Attractions, an industry leader in award-winning prestige movies, Pantelion Films, the U.S. market leader in Spanish-language releases, a top film production and distribution brand in the UK, and multiplatform distributor Grindstone Entertainment.

Our Benefits

• Full Coverage – Medical, Vision, and Dental
• Work/Life Balance – generous sick days, vacation days, holidays, and Impact Day
• 401(k) company matching
• Tuition Reimbursement (up to graduate degree)

Compensation

$135,000

EEO Statement

Lionsgate is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of their qualifications, consistent with applicable state and federal laws. In addition, Lionsgate will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Lionsgate will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and federal law.