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How much do production finance jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for production finance in the United States is $16.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $17.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is production finance?

Production finance refers to the management and oversight of all financial aspects involved in producing films, television shows, or other media projects. Professionals in production finance are responsible for budgeting, cost tracking, financial forecasting, and ensuring that productions stay within their allocated budgets. They work closely with producers, accountants, and department heads to monitor expenditures, process payments, and prepare financial reports. Their role is essential for maintaining the fiscal health of a project and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.

How does a Production Finance professional collaborate with other departments during a film or television project?

Production Finance professionals work closely with creative, production, and post-production teams to ensure financial plans align with the project's needs. They attend production meetings, provide real-time budget updates, and help resolve financial challenges as they arise. This role often requires balancing creative vision with budget constraints, making strong communication and negotiation skills essential. By collaborating with various stakeholders, Production Finance professionals help keep projects on track financially and ensure compliance with company and industry standards.

What is the difference between Production Finance vs Production Accounting?

AspectProduction FinanceProduction Accounting
Primary FocusManaging budgets, securing funding, financial planningTracking expenses, processing invoices, cost reporting
Required CredentialsFinance or accounting background, certifications often preferredAccounting background, certifications like CPA beneficial
Work EnvironmentCollaborates with producers, financiers, and executivesWorks closely with production teams and vendors
Industry UsageUsed across film, TV, and commercial productions for financial oversightUsed for day-to-day expense management on set and in post-production

Production Finance focuses on budgeting, securing funding, and overall financial planning for a production. Production Accounting handles expense tracking, invoicing, and cost reporting. Both roles are essential in managing a production's finances but differ in scope and responsibilities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Production Finance, and why are they important?

To excel in Production Finance, you need a strong background in accounting, budgeting, and financial analysis, often supported by a degree in finance or accounting. Familiarity with industry-specific tools such as Movie Magic Budgeting, SAP, and Excel, as well as knowledge of union and guild regulations, is typically required. Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication help professionals navigate complex budgets and collaborate with production teams. These skills ensure accurate financial oversight, cost control, and smooth production operations within strict timelines and budgets.
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Production Finance Manager

Production Finance Manager

Warner Bros. Discovery

Burbank, CA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago

Warner Bros. Discovery rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 53 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery... the stuff dreams are made of.
Who We Are...
When we say, "the stuff dreams are made of," we're not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD's vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what's next...
From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.
Your New Role
The Production Finance Manager is responsible for providing production finance managerial support across motion picture productions throughout development, production, wrap, and post production. This role partners closely with freelance production accounting teams, production teams, corporate accounting, treasury, tax, and digital systems to ensure financial accuracy while supporting productions in a fast paced, deadline driven environment.
Your Role Accountabilities
Production Financial Management
  • Provide end-to-end managerial production finance support for assigned productions from development through final cost
  • Ensure compliance with studio financial policies, SOX controls, and audit requirements
  • Serve as a primary escalation point for production finance issues and risk mitigation
  • Partner with Centers of Excellence (Tax, Treasury, Digital Systems, Payroll) to ensure aligned execution

Banking, Cash & Treasury Management
  • Oversee production bank account setup, maintenance, reconciliation, and closure (US)
  • Review and maintain payment approval workflows and authorized signatories
  • Ensure timely bank reconciliations, statement reviews, and proper digital filing
  • Manage lockbox deposits, wire access, and funding confirmations as required
  • Oversee Cashet / Cashet Pay setup, approvals, and ongoing account maintenance

Cost Reporting & Cash Flow
  • Review weekly, monthly, and quarterly cost reports for accuracy and completeness
  • Validate trial balances, ETCs, variances, and supporting documentation
  • Ensure cost report totals are properly "tick-and-tied" to system-generated reports
  • Review and monitor cash flow submissions and funding needs against cost reports

SAP & Financial Systems
  • Oversee SAP invoice processing, coding accuracy, approvals, and timely payments
  • Review SAP reconciliations each period to ensure completeness, accuracy, and proper approval
  • Monitor CTD reports and pending transactions; escalate issues as needed
  • Ensure financial records are properly filed and maintained for audit readiness
  • Coordinate A/R setup, recharges, and journal entries as required

Digital Systems & Access Controls
  • Manage provisioning and deprovisioning of production accounting staff system access with digital systems
  • Perform quality control checks to ensure proper segregation of duties
  • Oversee access to production systems (e.g., Cashet, Smart Accounting, Smart PO, SmartTime, SharePoint, BOX)
  • Ensure workflows and approvals remain compliant throughout the production lifecycle

Development & Payroll Oversight (US)
  • Oversee payroll processing for development projects
  • Review payroll coding, approvals, and posting reports for accuracy
  • Coordinate SAP journal entries related to payroll and development costs
  • Ensure development accounts remain compliant with studio standards

Post-Production & Wrap
  • Coordinate pre-wrap and wrap meetings with production and post teams
  • Ensure final reports, filings, and reconciliations are complete and accurate
  • Oversee return of production funds and closure of financial accounts
  • Support audit readiness through final compliance checks

Qualifications & Experience
  • Minimum 3+ years relevant and/or previous work experience in production finance or production accounting (preferred, not required)
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field
  • Ability to manage multiple productions and deadlines simultaneously
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to partner effectively with creative and financial teams
  • Experience working in a studio or large-scale production environment
  • Advanced Excel and financial reporting skills
  • Experience driving process improvement or automation initiatives
  • Key Competencies
  • Financial accuracy and attention to detail
  • Production-facing collaboration
  • Risk identification and escalation
  • Systems and workflow discipline
  • Continuous improvement orientation

How We Get Things Done...
This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.
Championing Inclusion at WBD
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.
If you're a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.
In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery's total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $83,300.00 - $154,700.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation.
If you're a qualified candidate with an arrest or conviction record, please know that your application will be considered in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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