Accountant & Full-Stack Developer
Film • Television • Live Events • Software Development
Professional Summary
Dual-disciplined Accountant and Information Systems full-stack developer with over 25 years in the film, television, live events, and 17 years of software development. Proven expertise in financial management, multi-state & international payroll processing, budgeting, compliance, and reporting for high-profile productions. Skilled in integrating advanced technology solutions into economic processes, including software development, database management, and large language models (LLMs). Adept at managing complex financial operations under tight deadlines, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency.
Core Competencies
- Financial Accounting & Reporting
- Software Development & Database Management
- Multi-State & Federal Compliance, International tax treaties
- National & International collaboration on projects
- Microsoft Excel & Data Analysis
- Large Language Models (AI Integration)
- Production Finance for Film, Television & Live Events
- Payroll Administration (Union & Non-Union)
- Budget Development & Cost Tracking
- Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
- Internal Audits & Financial Accuracy
Professional Experience
Freelance Production Accountant / Payroll Accountant / Full Stack Developer
Various Studios, Production Companies, Software Company | 1997 – Present
- Provided comprehensive accounting and payroll services for over 60 film, television, and live event productions
- Collaborated with major studios and networks including Warner Bros., Marvel Studios, Netflix, HBO, and Showtime
- Managed financial operations for both high-budget studio productions and independent projects
- Handled complex payroll structures including union regulations (IATSE, SAG-AFTRA, Teamsters)
- Developed detailed financial reports, cost tracking analyses, and budget forecasts
- Developed a web and mobile application for budgeting, purchase orders, onboarding, tasks, and documentation management.
- Integrated advanced Excel modeling and AI-powered large language models for enhanced data processing into the One™ application by way of RoB™.
Select Project Highlights:
“Wonder Man” (Marvel Studios) – Managed cast and crew payroll under accelerated timelines
“The Pale Blue Eye” & “Rustin” (Netflix) – Led comprehensive payroll and financial operations
“King Richard” & “Inherent Vice” (Warner Bros.) – Oversaw payroll processing and financial reporting
“Billions” (Showtime, Seasons 5 & 6) – Managed payroll across multiple seasons
“Coyote vs. ACME,” “The Deuce,” “Big Love,” “The Gunslingers,” “How the Gringo Stole Christmas,” and numerous live event productions
“One™ & RoB™” – Large language model application for web & mobile film & television projects.
Technical Skills
Accounting Software
Industry-standard entertainment accounting systems, QuickBooks, HR, and cloud-based applications
Software Development
Full-stack development, application design
Database Management
SQL, Azure SQL, Cloud Platforms
Microsoft Excel
Advanced modeling, automation, and analytics
AI & Machine Learning
Large Language Model (LLM) integration for financial data processing
Education
Post University
Boston University
Post University