Job Description

Company Description

Incessant Rain Studios is a cutting-edge animation studio specializing in the development and production of digital animated content for global audiences. The studio serves diverse platforms including theatrical, television, interactive, and home entertainment. With expertise in conceptual design, storyboarding, character design, modeling, animation, and post-production, Incessant Rain Studios delivers comprehensive solutions tailored to client needs. Renowned for innovative creativity and technical excellence, the studio collaborates with clients worldwide.

Job Summary

The Project Auditor is responsible for managing project-based financial planning, budgeting, cost tracking, and bidding support for Animation and VFX projects. This role ensures accurate manday estimation, financial control, and project profitability throughout the lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Set up projects with appropriate work breakdown structures

Analyze scripts, storyboards, and project briefs to estimate production effort (mandays)

Collaborate with producers and department leads to define scope and resources

Prepare detailed bid breakdowns across departments

Develop and manage project budgets

Monitor project expenses (labor, materials, overhead) against approved budgets

Track and control project expenditures

Maintain and review the project-related portion of the general ledger

Maintain detailed project financial records and documentation

Analyze budget vs. actual performance and report variances

Support bidding and cost proposal preparation

Ensure alignment between production schedules and financial plans

Identify financial risks and recommend corrective actions

Support month-end and year-end closing activities

Collaborate with finance managers for financial planning and control

Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and accounting standards

Assist in audits and provide necessary reports

Assist in financial reporting and profitability analysis

Key Skills & Competencies

Financial analysis and reporting

Budgeting and forecasting

Attention to detail and accuracy

Strong communication and coordination skills

Problem-solving and analytical thinking

Time management and ability to meet deadlines

Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

3+ years of experience in project accounting, production finance, or cost estimation

Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and cost tracking

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in Animation, VFX, Gaming, or Media production environments

Familiarity with production pipelines and workflows

Knowledge of project management tools (e.g., ShotGrid, Jira)

Performance Metrics

Accuracy of cost estimates vs actuals

Project budget adherence

Project profitability

Timeliness of financial reporting

Efficiency improvements in estimation processes