Master Series Home
From Audit Defense to Audit Offense
How to be proactive in preparing for audits, maximize tax incentive dollars, and save money
July 30, 2020
Join Entertainment Partners’ Melissa Wiseman, Darren Willner and George Lakes and guests Mary Ann Fernandez, Accountant/Auditor for the NM Film Tax Credit Program; Scott Cohn, Production Accountant ("This is Us"); Jeremy Wilcox, Freelance NBCU Production Accountant; and David Brauer, Film Tax Credit Auditor at Brauer & Co. for a conversation about how to be proactive in preparing for audits, maximize tax incentive dollars, and save money by speeding up the payout timetable. They will also discuss the tools and technology that help do these things quicker and more easily. (Runtime: 1 hr, 13 mins)
Topic: Industry Insights
Related Content
Spotlight: Sam Collett, UK Production Accounting and Incentives Expert
9/19/2023
Meet the Senior Partner at FLB Accountants, an Entertainment Partners company specializing in UK media and...
Spotlight: Jane Corden, Managing Director, Australia & New Zealand Operations
8/29/2023
Meet the Australian production accounting and tax incentives expert who is helping EP invest in the future...
HMRC Announces Changes to Claiming UK Creative Sector Tax Incentives
4/26/2024
What productions should know about the increased disclosure requirements under the UK's Audio-Visual...
Topic: Production Incentives
More
Georgia Film Tax Credit Bill Fails
4/1/2024
Georgia lawmakers kill effort to cap film tax credits as production hub continues to rival California.
Topic: Production Incentives
More
What Does the UK’s New Independent Film Tax Credit (IFTC) Mean for Productions?
3/7/2024
As the UK government strengthens its support for productions, find out what the latest changes to the...
Topic: Production Incentives
More
Entertainment Partners Hosts 'An Independent Producer's Survival Guide' in Park City
2/27/2024
Joe Chianese, EP’s SVP & Production Incentives Practice Leader, brings independent filmmakers and industry...
Topic: Industry News
More
Production Incentives Update: December 2023
12/20/2023
Notable dates and modifications to production incentive programs in California, India and Spain.
Topic: Production Incentives
More
Minnesota Becomes Land of 10,000 Opportunities with New Incentive Launch
9/29/2023
Minnesota introduces a new tax incentive program to renew the state’s status as a dynamic location for...
Topic: Production Incentives
More
GA Incentives Insider: Your Questions Answered
9/27/2023
Brian Shanaghan, Audits Manager at the Georgia Department of Revenue (GA DOR), addresses the industry's...
Topic: Production Incentives
Watch
Production Incentives Update: September 2023
9/27/2023
Insights on recent changes to production incentive programs in D.C., Kentucky, Montana, Ohio and Ontario.
Topic: Production Incentives
More
What's Changing in UK Production Incentives
9/15/2023
Learn about the recent changes to the UK Creative Sector Tax Credits and how they might impact your next...
Topic: Production Incentives
Watch
Understanding the UK Cultural Test
9/12/2023
Find out whether your film or TV show will pass the UK’s Cultural Test, a key step in qualifying for the...
Topic: Production Incentives
More
Discover All About Australia's Location Offset
8/30/2023
Australia's Location Offset rebate skyrocketed from 16.5% to 30%! Learn about the requirements and how...
Topic: Production Incentives
Watch
Indie Producer’s Playbook: Setting Up a Successful Production
4/19/2024
Learn best practices for how to set up and run a successful production, from choosing the right corporate...
Topic: Production Financing
Watch
Japan's Latest Film Tax Incentive Sets the Stage for Global Productions
3/13/2024
From Miyazaki to Godzilla, Japan is entering a cinematic renaissance and poised to attract international...
Topic: Production Incentives
More
Unlocking the Myths and Benefits of Co-Production
2/15/2024
Learn the difference between an official co-production and PSA, and how to leverage these opportunities to...
Topic: Production Incentives
Watch
Do the Math: Production Accountant Shortage Equals New Hollywood Careers
1/17/2024
“Accounting is usually not the way in” to the film business, says Nancy Rae Stone of the California Film...
Topic: Industry News
More
5 Things to Consider Before Transitioning to the UK’s New AVEC Regime
1/16/2024
A comprehensive overview to help determine if you should use the UK’s new incentive regime to fund your...
Topic: Production Incentives
More
The Ongoing Push to Stem the Production Accountant Shortage
12/14/2023
EP's Jill Hewitt gives Jackie Keast an update on its current training programs to address the
industry’s...
Topic: Training and Education
More
Production Incentives Update: November 2023
11/28/2023
Your guide to recent production incentive changes in Connecticut, Minnesota, New York and Japan.
Topic: Production Incentives
More
SXSW Launches in Australia with Premiere of Baz Luhrmann’s ‘Faraway Downs’
11/28/2023
Jill Hewitt, production accountant on 'Faraway Downs' attends inaugural SXSW Sydney in support of Luhrmann...
Topic: Industry News
More
Top Tips for Creating a Film or TV Call Sheet
11/28/2023
Learn about the elements of a well-crafted call sheet, and how this document can help your production to...
Topic: Industry Insights
More
Minnesota: Land of 10,000 Opportunities
11/17/2023
Learn about Minnesota's new incentive program, dynamic locations, strategies for boosting crew training...
Topic: Production Incentives
Watch
The Cathy Durant Show: Featuring John Hadity
11/9/2023
Cathy interviews guest, John Hadity, EVP of Incentive Operations who oversees the film financing...
Topic: Production Incentives
More
Regional Success: Why Small UK Hubs Aren’t Afraid of Big Productions
11/7/2023
Learn about the stunning natural scenery, historic architecture and film-friendly incentive schemes that...
Topic: Production Incentives
More
Production Incentives Update: October 2023
10/26/2023
Learn about recent legislation changes boosting tax incentives in Colorado, Florida, Virginia and ...
Topic: Production Incentives
More
UK Production: Sites, Services and Studios
10/20/2023
Learn about UK incentives, infrastructure and production innovation spanning from London to Wales,...
Topic: Production Incentives
Watch
Meet the Paymasters
9/5/2023
This National Payroll Week we celebrate the hard-working payroll professionals behind Hollywood's...