At Netflix, our mission is to entertain the world. Together, we are writing the next episode - pushing the boundaries of storytelling, global fandom and making the unimaginable a reality. We are a dream team obsessed with the uncomfortable excitement of discovering what happens when you merge creativity, intuition and cutting-edge technology. Come be a part of what’s next.
Have you ever wondered how we assess and decide how we account for content in our financial statements? Are you curious, invested in, and looking to contribute to automated workflows for Accounting? Do you enjoy reviewing and analyzing large amounts of data that are used in critical business decisions? If yes, we are looking for you to join other stunning colleagues in Los Angeles who share a passion to continue to build expertise in streamed content accounting.
This role provides you the chance to join a team that is committed to transforming and redefining the perception of what entertainment is and how it can be enjoyed through the Netflix service. As Netflix continues its content expansion, the accounting and operational complexities are also growing. We're facing new challenges, and we're having plenty of fun. Come be a part of it and help make a positive impact!
This role is based in our Hollywood office and reports to the Senior Manager of Content Accounting.
Responsibilities
- Lead, develop, and mentor a team of accountants and senior accountants, driving operational excellence and growth.
- Be part of the management team responsible for the financial integrity of the company's content commitments, assets (capitalization), liabilities (payments), and expenses (amortization).
- Lead a timely and accurate financial close process, review close deliverables (journal entries, reconciliations, commitments, disclosures, etc.), and summarize financial results for management reporting.
- Management and accounting (in proprietary systems) of content license contracts and understanding the full cost of each produced title, with a focus on ensuring appropriate accounting by researching guidance.
- Analyze content agreements and transactions (e.g. licensing contracts, talent deals, etc.), to interpret contractual terms and understand the application of our accounting policies.
- Drive innovation and scale manual processes across the accounting organization.
- Manage strong cross-functional relationships with teams outside of Content Accounting, including those across the Production Finance, Legal, FP&A, and Content Acquisition organizations.
Qualifications
- 7+ years of relevant experience in accounting and/or finance, with a bachelor’s degree in a related field.
- CPA or equivalent professional designation strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated people leadership: you’ve hired, developed, coached, and inspired high-performing teams.
- Deeply analytical with extreme attention to detail: you’re fluent in Excel (pivot tables, large data sets, complex formulas) and comfortable using data to reconcile, investigate, and explain results.
- Proven track record of building and scaling accounting systems and processes, and of rethinking existing ones to make them simpler, faster, and more accurate.
- Hands-on experience with complex contract review (e.g., revenue, leases, or similar), including data entry, analysis, research, and other problem-solving work.
- Naturally curious and improvement-obsessed: you ask sharp questions, challenge the status quo, and push work from “good” to “great”.
- Exceptional communicator who builds trust and alignment across functions and is comfortable giving and receiving candid, direct feedback.
- Thrives in ambiguity and enjoys operating in a fast-changing environment across content, finance, and accounting topics.
- Strong alignment with the Netflix Culture Memo and our long-term, values-driven approach to building the business.
Generally, our compensation structure consists solely of an annual salary; we do not have bonuses. You choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options. To determine your personal top of market compensation, we rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. The range for this role is $210,000.00 - $350,000.00.
Netflix provides comprehensive benefits including Health Plans, Mental Health support, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match, Stock Option Program, Disability Programs, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, Family-forming benefits, and Life and Serious Injury Benefits. We also offer paid leave of absence programs. Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off. Full-time salaried employees are immediately entitled to flexible time off. See more details about our Benefits here.
Netflix is a unique culture and environment. Learn more here.
Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner.
We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.