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About the Role

Responsible for a variety of project management duties within the Tax Incentives Department, with a focus on entertainment tax credit programs. This role requires detailed knowledge of various program requirements and effective communication of these requirements to applicants and other parties.

Responsibilities

Independently audit final applications, general ledgers, and similar production documents to ensure compliance with various programs’ regulations and related requirements.
Monitor and manage the flow of applications submitted from entertainment industry production companies.
Review and analyze complex budgets central to each application.
Manage data using various program databases and ensure project information is accurate in information management systems.
Analyze data and prepare studies and reports regarding program usage and economic factors affecting the entertainment production industries.
Maintain professional and effective working relationships with all applicants, internal and external stakeholders, and agency representatives.
Schedule and hold meetings/conference calls with production accountants, producers, and others.
Assume department-wide responsibilities such as writing briefing memos, preparing complex spreadsheets, reviewing and improving processes and databases, and ensuring compliance with changing regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred in business, public administration, accounting, or another business-related field.
Minimum of 3 years’ direct experience in entertainment industry tax credit programs, or 4 years’ experience in entertainment industry production, accounting, or another professional services firm.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
Demonstrated ability to efficiently manage multiple projects/tasks simultaneously, take initiative, and work independently.
Familiarity with business, not-for-profit, and governmental agencies.
General knowledge of New York State’s geography and economies.
Strong attention to detail and independent follow-through.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
Proficient in Microsoft Access and MS Dynamics database management.
Knowledge of industry standard budgeting software such as Movie Magic preferred.
Knowledge of films, musical & theatrical, and digital game industries and related costs preferred.
Applicants MUST submit a cover letter with resume to be considered.

Skills

Project management
Tax credit programs
Entertainment industry
Communication (written and verbal)
Organization
Problem-solving
Analytical skills
Project/task management
Initiative
Independent work
Database management
Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
Microsoft Access
MS Dynamics
Movie Magic (preferred)

Location

In-office presence required
Hybrid work schedules may be possible

Work Type

In-office
Hybrid

Experience Level

Senior

Education Level

Bachelor's degree preferred

Salary/Compensations

$85,000 to $90,000

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Equal Opportunity

Minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Please contact Human Resources if you require accommodation.
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY