About the Role
Dream Machine FX is seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Assistant Manager, Accounting and Reporting to join our Finance team. In this role, you will oversee general ledger activities, ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial reporting, manage month- and year-end close processes, prepare weekly cashflow reports and support audit and compliance requirements across the organization.
Responsibilities
- Review cost of sales calculations, validate supporting data, and ensure accurate and timely posting to the general ledger.
- Monitor overhead allocations, maintain general ledger integrity, and oversee account reconciliations and internal controls.
- Prepare and review lease accounting schedules in accordance with applicable accounting standards (e.g., ASC 842 / IFRS 16), including right-of-use assets and lease liabilities.
- Perform and review intercompany reconciliations, resolve variances, and ensure timely settlement and appropriate eliminations.
- Lead month-end close activities, review balance sheet reconciliations, and support year-end financial reporting, audit schedules, and related documentation.
- Prepare weekly cash forecasts and align with operational managers.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- Working toward a CPA designation or equivalent professional accounting certification.
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience with strong exposure to complex financial reporting and general ledger management.
- Experience managing month-end and year-end close processes, including preparation for external audits.
- Solid understanding of lease accounting standards (ASC 842 / IFRS 16) and intercompany accounting.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and meet strict reporting deadlines.
- Advanced proficiency in accounting systems and Microsoft Excel.
- Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and support junior team members where required.
- Comfortable working in a fast pace environment.
- Previous experience working in the entertainment, production or VFX industry would be an asset.
- Previous experience with Netsuite would be an asset.
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
- Must have a valid work permit that allows the candidate to fulfill the requirements of the role.
Skills
- Accounting systems
- Microsoft Excel
- Communication
- Leadership
- Collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Analytical skills
Location
- Ontario
- Quebec
- British Columbia
Work Type
- Full-Time
- Permanent
Experience Level
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
Education Level
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Working toward a CPA designation or equivalent professional accounting certification
Salary/Compensations
- $75,000 - $85,000 CAD
About the Company
- Working as a collection of filmmakers—drawn from a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and talents—we create outstanding visual effects for film and TV. We are proud of our family-vibe, but rely on our strong pipeline and learning from our seasoned artists to produce world class visual effects. If you are seeking to be a part of an exciting team-based environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Equal Opportunity
- Dream Machine FX is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Quebec Charter of Human Rights and Freedoms.
