Ivan Gonzalez
About Ivan Gonzalez
Ivan Gonzalez is a Senior Production Accounting Manager at Sesame Workshop, where he has worked since 2012. He has extensive experience in production accounting, having previously held positions at Triboro Pictures, Resources Global Professionals, LeftField Pictures, and DoubleClick.
Work at Sesame Workshop
Ivan Gonzalez has been employed at Sesame Workshop since 2012, initially as a Production Accountant. In 2017, he advanced to the role of Senior Production Accounting Manager. His responsibilities include managing production budgets and implementing accounting systems that enhance financial reporting and analysis capabilities. He utilizes TM1 Production and Vista Accounting Cost Reporting to ensure accurate budget management. Additionally, he oversees cash flow estimation and petty cash operations, contributing to efficient financial management within production settings.
Previous Experience in Production Accounting
Prior to his current role, Ivan Gonzalez gained valuable experience in various positions within the accounting and production fields. He worked at Triboro Pictures as a Development Intern for 11 months in 2011 and at LeftField Pictures in a casting role for 8 months during the same year. From 2003 to 2009, he served as an Associate at Resources Global Professionals. His earlier experience includes a five-year tenure as an Accounting Manager at DoubleClick from 1998 to 2003.
Education and Expertise
Ivan Gonzalez holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from the University of Scranton, where he studied from 1991 to 1995. He furthered his education with a Certificate in Filmmaking from the New York Film Academy in 2005 and a Certificate in Producing from New York University in 2007. His expertise includes TM1 Production, Vista Accounting Cost Reporting, and budgeting software such as Movie Magic, which he uses for cost estimation in film and television projects.
Financial Management Skills
Ivan Gonzalez possesses strong financial management skills, which he applies in various aspects of production accounting. He manages cash flow estimation and petty cash operations, ensuring efficient financial oversight. His proficiency in using Concur for travel and expense management streamlines financial processes. Additionally, he conducts JournyX reporting to track time and expenses, optimizing resource allocation in projects.