Jesse Van Aart

Experience

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  Viacom

  Oct 2005 - Aug 2006

  Assistant Coordinator & Key Production Assistant
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  Magical Elves, Inc.

  Aug 2006 - Aug 2014

  Financial Reportingo Generate financial reports- Cash Flow, Balance Sheet, Profit & Losso Budgeting- Report cost actuals/projections to company directorso Financial audits- Analyze financials and provide audit resultso Incentive programs- Identify & implement applicable tax rebate programso Multiple Currencies- Manage accounts with a variety of currenciesPersonnel and Office Management o Supervise project personnel- Interview and staff accountantso Manage accounting team- Administer job duties to team of accountantso Establish policies & procedures- Oversee adherence to specific guidelineso Working environment- Establish efficient workflow and workspaceProfessional Relationshipso Executives- Establish company financial objectives with directorso Employees- Oversee new employee setup, process weekly payrollo Vendors- Keep vendor accounts current and maintain vendor relationships o Clients- Provide financial documents and support as requested Show less Performed production accounting services on location under the supervision of the lead Production Accountant based in Los Angeles. Travelled to New York multiple times for Project Runway Finale (Season 4 and 5), and the Top Chef Reunion Special (Season 3 and 4). Also worked on location in Aspen, Colorado for Top Chef Season 3 finale. Responsible for processing location crew payroll in a timely manner, and also managing accounts payable and petty cash distribution & flow. Assisted in applying show budget into accounting software, and learned process of cost reporting & analysis. Show less

  • Senior Production Accountant

    Jul 2008 - Aug 2014

  • Location Accountant

    Jun 2007 - Jul 2008

  • Assistant Accountant

    Aug 2007 - Jun 2008

  • Assistant to Director of Finance

    Aug 2006 - Aug 2007
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  Ripple Entertainment

  Apr 2015 - Jan 2018

  Production Finance Consultant

  Create accounting and financial policy guidelines for new startup digital media company. Train staff on all accounting related operations and provide consultation on best financial practices.

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  The Alaska Guys

  Aug 2015 - Oct 2019

  Director Of Finance And Operations

  Tasked with managing the finance and operations for an international sustainable seafood distribution network. Responsibilities include coordinating supply with a range of international partners, controlling financial activity & investment, managing inventory and proper cold-chain practices, and spearheading sustainability initiatives. We work with local and international suppliers ranging from Southeast Asia to Alaska, seeking B2B & B2C opportunities with the aim of developing a more sustainable and environmentally conscious food culture in Singapore and Southeast Asia. Show less

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  VICE Media

  Oct 2019 - Jan 2021

  Senior Production Accountant

  Audit accounts for multiple productions. Manage several projects, with responsibilities including generation of both corporate and project level financial reports, ensuring efficient and timely processing of payroll & accounts payable, as well as controlling bank accounts and other liquid assets.

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  UWC South East Asia

  Dec 2023 - now

  Learning Support Assistant

  Provide student learning support