Our Services | Entertainment Production Accounting

Entertainment Production Accounting offers a full suite of specialized accounting services designed specifically for film, television, and media production companies. From pre-production budgeting to final cost reports, we provide the financial expertise and support your production needs to succeed.

Production Accounting & Budget Management

Our core service is comprehensive production accounting that keeps your project financially on track from day one through wrap and post-production.

We provide:

Detailed budget preparation and cost projections
Daily, weekly, and monthly cost reports
Cash flow management and forecasting
Variance analysis to identify budget overruns early
Purchase order processing and vendor management
Accounts payable and accounts receivable management
Production wrap and final cost reports

With real-time tracking and transparent reporting, you'll always know where your production stands financially, allowing you to make informed decisions quickly.

Payroll Services for Cast & Crew

Entertainment payroll is complex, with union rules, fringes, residuals, and multi-state tax considerations. We handle it all seamlessly.

Our payroll services include:

Weekly payroll processing for cast and crew
Union payroll compliance (SAG-AFTRA, DGA, WGA, IATSE, etc.)
Calculation of fringes, pension, health, and welfare contributions
Multi-state and multi-country payroll tax management
Loan-out corporation payments
Independent contractor compliance and reporting
Residuals and backend payment processing

We ensure your team is paid accurately and on time, with full compliance with industry and government regulations.

Tax Incentives & Credits

Maximize your production's bottom line by taking full advantage of federal, state, and local tax incentives available to entertainment projects.

We assist with:

Identifying applicable tax credit programs
Preparing and submitting tax credit applications
Tracking qualified expenditures to maximize benefits
Coordination with state film commissions and tax authorities
Documentation and audit support for tax credit claims
Sale or monetization of tax credits when applicable

Our expertise in entertainment tax incentives has helped clients save millions of dollars, making productions more financially viable and freeing up resources for creative investment.

Financial Reporting & Analysis

Clear, accurate financial reporting is essential for keeping stakeholders informed and making strategic decisions throughout production.

We deliver:

Weekly production cost reports
Detailed expense breakdowns by department and account
Budget vs. actual variance reports
Cash flow statements and projections
Executive summary reports for investors and studios
Final production cost statements

Our reports are clear, customizable, and designed to give you the insights you need without overwhelming detail.

Audit Support & Compliance

Whether it's a studio audit, investor review, or tax credit examination, we provide the documentation and support to ensure a smooth process.

Our audit services include:

Audit preparation and documentation organization
Response to auditor requests and inquiries
Reconciliation of discrepancies
Support for third-party reviews and examinations
Compliance verification for financing agreements

With meticulous record-keeping and organized documentation, our clients approach audits with confidence.

Post-Production Accounting

Production doesn't end at wrap. We continue supporting projects through post-production, final deliverables, and closeout.

Post-production services include:

Tracking post-production expenses
Managing outstanding payables and receivables
Processing final invoices and payments
Preparing final cost reports
Coordinating with completion bond companies
Assisting with distribution accounting as needed

We ensure every financial detail is resolved properly, providing a clean financial close for your production.