moneypenny comfort factor (mcf)

your production budget in focus

Why you should choose Moneypenny

There are key questions to ask and issues to consider when contracting with production accountants:

Will we receive the level of consistent, personal service you require?
If our needs change during the course of production, will extra resources be available?
Is the accountant fully up-to-date with the complexities of the current tax environment?
Will they be able to provide a seamless service from initial budgeting right through development, post-production and distribution?
Will we be guaranteed complete confidentiality?
Do they have a sound reputation and track record?

With Moneypenny the answers are all “yes”

As your production accountants, we offer you the ‘Moneypenny Comfort Factor’. This describes the confidence of having us as your ‘partner’ – professional production accountants who – for more than 20 years – have been specialists in serving the needs of the media and entertainment industries.

This is what sets us apart from both mainstream accounting firms and freelance production accountants:

We understand your industry and its unique needs
We have the resources and experience to handle your business structures for financing and production
Your account will be handled personally by principal, Phillip Gore . He is accessible, will return your calls promptly and is able to act swiftly to resolve problems
We have adequate back up to meet unexpected demands and pressure points.
You will benefit from a flexible approach to staffing – we offer part-time service to suit your needs at specific times
Our quotes are not fixed – you will be charged only for the time and services you require
Moneypenny understands complex tax issues that relate to your industry and enjoys excellent relationships with the IRD, NZFC, SPADA and all industry bodies. You are assured of accurate current information on important legislative and industry matters
We get involved early and to provide full service all the way through for budgets, cash flows, rates, cast and crew breakdowns, incentives etc.

The individual accountants in our firm benefit from a support structure that includes:

Moneypenny e groups
Regular distribution of reference materials
A culture that encourages exchange of ideas, knowledge and advice amongst the people in the firm
A broad information base through our international affiliates, Moneypenny Business & Taxation; Moneypenny Wealth Management and Moneypenny Bookkeeping
IT support via PC anywhere, plus onsite visits as required
A web training facility and the Moneypenny Production Accounting ‘Bible’ due for completion in the second half of 2004.