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Production Accounting Functional Lead

Houston, TX · On-site

$17 - $23.25/hr

We're hiring a Production Accounting Functional Lead to support a system conversion (ProCount or similar) in an upstream oil & gas environment. This is not a pure IT role - we're looking for a strong ...

Production Accounting Analyst

Houston, TX · On-site

$57K - $74K/yr

The Production Accounting Analyst reports to the Production Accounting Manager and is responsible for assisting the operational accounting group with monitoring daily and monthly production volumes ...

Senior Accountant

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

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We are seeking a Senior Accountant to serve as the primary owner of Hartbeat's Procure to Pay (P2P) process supporting development, production, acquisition, licensing, distribution as well as ...

At LSINC, we specialize in innovative engineering, product development, and precision manufacturing ... About the Role We're looking for an Accountant with significant experience in commercial ...

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Accountant

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$65K - $80K/yr

At LSINC, we specialize in innovative engineering, product development, and precision manufacturing ... About the Role We're looking for an Accountant with significant experience in commercial ...

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How much do production accountant jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for production accountant in the United States is $68,326.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53,500.00 and $78,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a production accountant do?

A Production Accountant manages the financial aspects of film, television, or stage productions. They handle budgeting, cost tracking, payroll, and financial reporting to ensure the project stays within budget. Production Accountants work closely with producers and department heads, processing invoices, managing petty cash, and reconciling expenses. Their role is critical in ensuring transparency and compliance with financial regulations throughout the production process.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a production accountant?

To thrive as a Production Accountant, you need strong financial acumen, attention to detail, and a background in accounting or finance, often supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with budgeting software, production accounting systems (like PSL or MediaWeb), and proficiency in Excel are typically required. Exceptional organizational skills, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication help you manage tight deadlines and collaborate with production teams. These skills ensure accurate financial tracking, compliance, and smooth operations throughout the production process.

What is the difference between Production Accountant vs Cost Accountant?

AspectProduction AccountantCost Accountant
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in accounting or finance; certifications like CPA are commonSimilar credentials; often CPA or CMA preferred
Work EnvironmentWorks on film, TV, or media productions, managing project-specific budgetsWorks in manufacturing or corporate settings, analyzing product costs
Industry UsagePrimarily in entertainment, media, and production industriesCommon in manufacturing, logistics, and corporate sectors
Primary FocusManaging production-specific budgets, costs, and financial reporting for projectsAnalyzing and controlling costs related to products and operations

While both roles involve financial analysis and cost management, a Production Accountant specializes in managing budgets and costs for media productions, whereas a Cost Accountant focuses on analyzing costs within manufacturing or corporate environments. The roles share similar credentials but differ in industry focus and work setting.

How does a production accountant typically interact with other departments during a film or television project?

Production Accountants play a crucial collaborative role, regularly working with departments such as production management, payroll, and post-production. They are responsible for ensuring budgets are adhered to, processing invoices, and managing expense reports, which requires clear communication with department heads and vendors. Frequent coordination with the production manager and line producer helps address budgetary challenges and keep the project financially on track. This teamwork fosters a dynamic environment where problem-solving and adaptability are highly valued.
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Infographic showing various Production Accountant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $68,326 per year, or $32.8 per hour.

Functional Lead, Production Accounting - ProCount Conversion

Virtasant

Austin, TX

$18.50 - $25.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

About Virtasant

Virtasant is a global technology services company with a network of over 4,000 technology professionals across 130+ countries. We specialize in cloud architecture, infrastructure, migration, and optimization, helping enterprises scale efficiently while maintaining cost control.

Our clients range from Fortune 500 companies to fast-growing startups, relying on us to build high-performance infrastructure, optimize cloud environments, and enable continuous delivery at scale.

About the role

We are looking for a Functional Lead, Production Accounting with strong upstream oil & gas experience to support a critical ProCount system conversion in an acquisition-driven environment.

This role sits at the intersection of production accounting, systems, data, and operations. The ideal candidate understands production accounting processes and can translate business requirements and accounting logic into system configuration, data validation, testing, and conversion activities.

This is a hands-on role for someone who can move quickly, work independently, and collaborate effectively across accounting, operations, data engineering, and IT teams.

What You’ll Do
  • Lead functional activities related to the ProCount system conversion and implementation.

  • Translate production accounting business requirements and processes into system configuration and functional solutions.

  • Support production accounting processes including allocation, DOI, production-to-revenue, and related reconciliation activities.

  • Validate production and accounting data during the conversion process.

  • Work closely with data engineers on datasets, SQL queries, flat files, and data validation.

  • Develop and execute UAT, parallel testing, and reconciliation/validation activities.

  • Investigate data discrepancies and help determine root causes and appropriate resolutions.

  • Support the integration and validation of data flows across SCADA, production, and revenue systems.

  • Collaborate with accounting, operations, IT, and technical teams to ensure business requirements are accurately implemented.

  • Work in a fast-moving, acquisition-driven environment where requirements and priorities may evolve.

  • Provide functional leadership throughout the conversion and help establish reliable processes for ongoing production accounting operations.


What We’re Looking For
Must-Have Experience
  • 8–15+ years of experience in upstream oil & gas.

  • Strong hands-on knowledge of production accounting, including allocation, DOI, and production-to-revenue processes.

  • Hands-on experience with ProCount.

  • Previous experience with system implementations, migrations, or conversions — not solely system support or end-user experience.

  • Experience with data validation, UAT, parallel testing, and reconciliation.

  • Comfortable working with data engineers and technical teams on datasets, SQL, flat files, and data validation.

  • Ability to translate business and production accounting requirements into system configuration and functional solutions.

  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively across business and technical teams.

    Nice-to-haves

  • Experience supporting M&A or acquisition-related system conversions.

  • Exposure to integrations and data flows such as SCADA → Production → Revenue.

  • Experience developing or working with reconciliation and data validation frameworks.

  • Experience working in environments with multiple production accounting systems or acquired assets.

Our recruitment process
  • Recruiter interview (30 min)

  • Client Interview I (60 min)