Nora Owens
Nora Owens
Palisades Park, NJ
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Description

As a production accountant with ten years of film and television experience, I oversee budgets, cost reports and forecasts using Movie Magic, Showbiz Budgeting and advanced Excel dashboards. I process union payroll for IATSE, SAG-AFTRA and DGA, manage accounts payable/receivable, and negotiate vendor contracts to optimize cash flow. Leveraging deep knowledge of tax incentives—including New Jersey’s Film & Digital Media Tax Credit—I maximize rebates and savings. I deliver audit-ready month-end closes, ensure compliance and provide producers with real-time variance analyses that drive informed decisions. A collaborative leader, I mentor junior staff and align financial discipline with creative vision, having supported major studios such as Warner Bros., Paramount and Blumhouse. Ideal for New Jersey’s TV & Film productions.








Special Skills & Experience

As a seasoned production accountant in film and television, I offer advanced expertise in budgeting, cost tracking, and financial reporting. Skilled in Movie Magic Budgeting, Showbiz Budgeting, and QuickBooks, I design and maintain detailed cost reports, forecasts, and variance analyses to ensure fiscal discipline. My proficiency in Excel—including pivot tables, macros, and dynamic dashboards—allows me to automate workflows and streamline month-end close processes. I manage union payroll (IATSE, SAG-AFTRA) and accounts payable with meticulous attention to regulations, tax incentives, and compliance. Adept at collaborating with producers, line producers, and department heads, I translate complex financial data into clear insights that inform decision-making and optimize resource allocation. I lead cross-functional teams, mentor junior accountants, and implement cost-saving strategies without compromising creative vision. With a proven track record on major productions for studios like Warner Bros., Paramount, and Blumhouse, I deliver accurate, timely financials that keep projects on budget and on schedule.


Affiliations
  • IATSE Local 161 - Script Supervisors, Production Office, Auditors

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