Founded in 1998, Retro Studios is a wholly owned subsidiary of Nintendo Co., Ltd., and a powerhouse in game development. Working hand-in-hand with Nintendo, we craft award-winning titles for the company's cutting-edge platforms, blending innovation, artistry, and gameplay excellence.Our home base is Austin, Texas, a vibrant city known for its creative energy, live music, stunning natural scenery, and forward-thinking culture. With year-round sunshine and endless options for outdoor adventures, Austin offers the perfect backdrop for world-class developers to stay inspired, balanced, and at the top of their game.DESCRIPTION OF DUTIESServe as the studio’s key finance point of contact and overseeing all financial budgets and studio’s accounting functions Finance and ReportingBuild and monitor the Studio’s fiscal year budgets, project budgets and special budgets ensuring appropriate funding Monitor budget requests from various departments, provide variance explanations and business insights to business partners and project stakeholders. Provide updates to forecasts while incorporating variance analysis (actual v. budget and forecast) as needed. Work with development and operations teams to understand evolving needs of the studio, generate projections and identify funding sources Collaborate with senior management to develop forecasts and budgets for current and upcoming projects, including staffing allocations.Conduct appropriate research and analysis to prepare special reports for senior management and development teams. Recommend cost control strategies and operational improvements as necessary.Accounting Work and collaborate with Nintendo on accounting and accounts payable activities and initiatives as Retro Studio’s Lead Financial Analyst. Review and perform account reconciliations, data compilation and analyses ensuring accuracy and timely delivery for month end close.Coordinate purchase requisitions and manage status of purchase ordersAssist Nintendo with tax matters as needed.Maintain accuracy in all asset files and provide support to all work papers. Ensure the studio’s legal compliance with federal and state accounting and reporting requirements.*This job description outlines primary duties and requirements and is not intended to identify all tasks that may be performed; individuals occupying the position may be required to perform other duties. The company may modify job duties from time to time, either in practice or in writing. SUMMARY OF REQUIREMENTSBachelor’s degree in accounting required. 7+ years’ accounting, finance, or project management experience. Able to work independently with minimal supervision. Experience working with international vendors/business partners. Schedule flexibility (est. twice monthly) to meet with international partners as needed.Able to work with highly confidential and/or sensitive materials/information. Able to work in a fast-paced environment with fluctuating priorities and deadlines.Advanced time management skills. Excellent Excel skills. Prior management experience preferred. Knowledge of gaming industry & Nintendo a plus. Retro Studios is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, our products, the diverse consumers we represent, and the communities we call home. We do all of this with kindness, empathy, and respect for each other.