Maral Simonian is a seasoned Sr. Finance Manager at Warner Bros. Animation, where she leverages her extensive expertise in finance and production accounting to drive financial success in the dynamic world of animation television and film production. With a robust background in corporate entertainment finance,...
Maral Simonian is a seasoned Sr. Finance Manager at Warner Bros. Animation, where she leverages her extensive expertise in finance and production accounting to drive financial success in the dynamic world of animation television and film production. With a robust background in corporate entertainment finance, Maral plays a pivotal role in preparing and reviewing operational budgets and forecasts, ensuring that each project aligns with the company's financial goals. Her meticulous approach to variance analyses and cash forecasting allows her to provide critical insights that support informed decision-making across various production titles.
In her current role, Maral is instrumental in monitoring actual overhead costs, ensuring accuracy within the SAP system, and preparing by-title production ultimates that reflect the financial health of ongoing projects. Her ability to navigate the complexities of production accounting, combined with her strong analytical skills, enables her to identify potential financial challenges early on, allowing for proactive solutions that keep projects on track.
Maral's passion for the entertainment industry, particularly in animation, fuels her dedication to fostering collaboration between finance and production teams. She is committed to enhancing financial reporting and analysis processes, ensuring that financial data is not only accurate but also actionable. As she seeks to re-enter the field of production accounting, Maral is eager to apply her leadership skills and industry knowledge to contribute to innovative storytelling through animation, ultimately helping to shape the future of entertainment finance at Warner Bros. Animation.