Natasha Smith
Long Island City,WA
Summary
Accomplished and globally experienced Key Production Accountant with over 20 years of financial management experience across the film, television, and digital media industries. Expertise in overseeing multi-million-dollar budgets, managing accounts payable (AP), ensuring union compliance, and fostering collaboration across creative and operational teams. Highly skilled in financial reporting, payroll administration, contract negotiations, and audit compliance. Adept at managing vendor relationships, processing payments, and ensuring financial transparency in fast-paced production environments. Known for meticulous attention to detail, strong leadership, and delivering results that align with organizational goals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Key Production Accountant
Various Studios and Productions
01.1999 - 01.2023
- Oversaw AP processes for numerous productions, ensuring timely and accurate payments to vendors, contractors, and crew
- Managed large-scale budgets, ensuring financial integrity and tracking expenses across multi-million-dollar projects
- Partnered with union representatives (IATSE, DGA, SAG-AFTRA) to ensure compliance with contract terms, residuals, and union payroll procedures
- Streamlined financial workflows, improving efficiency and financial transparency across departments
Controller
Dayenu Films LLC
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Managed all accounting operations for independent feature films, including budgeting, AP, payroll, and financial reporting
- Led AP functions, ensuring invoice tracking, vendor payments, and budget reconciliation were timely and accurate
- Delivered detailed financial reports to producers and studio executives, ensuring alignment with project budgets and financial targets
- Directed audit processes and ensured 100% compliance with financial regulations and studio policies
Accountant | Accounts Payable Focus
A&E Networks
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Managed AP for multiple shows, overseeing vendor management, invoice processing, and timely payments
- Assisted in financial reporting and reconciled accounts to ensure financial accuracy
Payroll Accountant
The Sopranos (HBO)
01.2006 - 12.2006
- Administered payroll processing for cast and crew, ensuring compliance with union guidelines
- Managed AP processes, ensuring timely vendor payments and financial reporting
Education
Certificate - Film Production
NYU | Tisch
New York, NY06-2025
Some College (No Degree) - Communication & Theatre
Marymount Manhattan College
Certificate of Completion - Payroll Boot Camp
SAS Inc. Smart Accounting Solutions
Certificate of Completion - Payroll Boot Camp
Local 161 Educational Program
Certificate of Completion - Coursework in Film & Television
School of Visual Arts
Skills
- Accounts Payable Management
- Payroll Administration
- Financial Reporting
- Audit compliance
- Contract negotiation
- Software Proficiency
- Accounting software
- Productivity tools
- Other
- Budget management
- Payroll administration
- Union compliance
- Project management
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Vendor relations
- Expense tracking
- Month-end closing
- Financial statement preparation
- Cash flow forecasting
- Accounts payable
- Accounts reconciliation
- Payroll processing
- Auditing procedures
- Accounting policies
- Accounting software proficiency
- Bank reconciliation
- Journal entries
- General ledger maintenance
- Production accounting
- Variance analysis
- Cost accounting
- Cash flow management
- Verbal and written communication
- Payroll auditing
- Team building and leadership
- General ledger accounting
- Multitasking Abilities
Affiliations
- Union Local 161
- New York Women in Film
- Fractured Atlas
- Roof Top Street Team
- COVID-19 Compliance Officer
Timeline
Accountant | Accounts Payable Focus
A&E Networks
01.2020 - 12.2020
Controller
Dayenu Films LLC
01.2017 - 01.2021
Payroll Accountant
The Sopranos (HBO)
01.2006 - 12.2006
Key Production Accountant
Various Studios and Productions
01.1999 - 01.2023
Certificate - Film Production
NYU | Tisch
Some College (No Degree) - Communication & Theatre
Marymount Manhattan College
Certificate of Completion - Payroll Boot Camp
SAS Inc. Smart Accounting Solutions
Certificate of Completion - Payroll Boot Camp
Local 161 Educational Program
Certificate of Completion - Coursework in Film & Television
School of Visual Arts
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