Finance for the content economy
From digital publishers to production studios, we provide financial clarity for media companies navigating complex revenue streams and rapid growth.
Media segments we serve
Why Media Is Different
Unique challenges in media finance
Media companies deal with revenue complexity that generic accountants simply aren't equipped to handle.
Revenue Recognition Complexity
Ad revenue, licensing deals, subscriptions, sponsorships — media companies have multiple revenue streams with different recognition rules. We handle the complexity.
Content Capitalization
When to expense vs. capitalize production costs? We apply the right accounting treatment for your content investments under ASC 920/926.
Talent & Royalty Accounting
Contractor payments, talent agreements, royalty obligations, and revenue-share structures require meticulous tracking and proper accrual accounting.
Ad Revenue & Payouts
Platform payouts, programmatic ad revenue, and sponsor payments all hit at different times. We reconcile every stream and give you real-time visibility.
What We Do for Media
Full-service media finance
Media Bookkeeping
- Multi-stream revenue recognition (ads, subs, licensing, sponsorships)
- Content production cost tracking and capitalization
- Talent and contractor payment management (1099 compliance)
- Platform revenue reconciliation (YouTube, Spotify, etc.)
- Royalty and revenue-share accounting
- Monthly close within 10 business days
Fractional CFO for Media
- Cash flow planning around production schedules
- Content ROI analysis and investment prioritization
- Fundraising support for media ventures
- Advertiser and sponsor rate card strategy
- Audience monetization modeling
- Board and investor reporting
Media Financial Modeling
- Content P&L by show, series, or format
- Subscriber lifetime value and churn modeling
- Ad revenue forecasting by platform and format
- Production budget modeling and variance analysis
- Audience growth and monetization projections
- Scenario planning for new content verticals
Ready to get your media finances dialed in?
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