Junior cost controller (M/F/NB)

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About us

At the crossroads of animation and filmmaking, Fortiche is an award-winning entertainment company developing original IPs and delivering large-scale international productions.

Founded in 2009, Fortiche has built a distinctive 2D/3D aesthetic that has become its hallmark. The company is behind Arcane (Netflix/Tencent), one of the most awarded animated drama series for adults, based on Riot Games’ League of Legends. Its portfolio also includes collaborations with Riot Games (Rise, K/DA – POP/STARS, Warriors), music videos for Stromae/Pomme, Coldplay, and Gorillaz, as well as the Rocket & Groot series for Marvel Studios.

With teams in Paris, Montpellier, and Las Palmas (Spain), Fortiche brings together up to 450 professionals across all stages of creation, direction, and production, combining creative ambition with global reach.

job description

We are looking for our future junior cost controller to provide key analytical support to our projects and contribute to the continuous improvement of our management processes.

Reporting to the Administrative and Financial Director and the Senior Financial Controller, you will ensure the monitoring and control of the studio's operational costs. You will work in close collaboration with the production and administration teams to produce the dashboards, analyses, and reports necessary for the effective management of Fortiche and its large-scale projects.

Your role is essential to guarantee the reliability of financial data, ensure transparency with our clients, and support operational teams in meeting their budgets.

PRIMARY MISSIONS

Analytical Monitoring and Production Cost Reporting

  • Production Cost Tracking: Ensure detailed monitoring of expenses for ongoing projects and productions, working closely with production teams.

  • Client Reporting: Prepare and distribute cost-tracking documents for clients, ensuring transparency and contractual compliance.

Operational Support and Budgetary Advisory

  • Support for Operational Teams: Provide direct assistance to teams regarding expense tracking, tool usage, and adherence to allocated project budgets.

  • Data Control: Perform sourcing and verification of financial data to guarantee the reliability of cost-tracking information.

Improvement of Management Tools and Procedures

  • Optimization of Management Tools: Develop, improve, and ensure the consistency of tools (dashboards, tracking systems) used for project cost management and monitoring.

  • Process Development: Participate in the implementation and enhancement of internal methods and procedures related to cost tracking (sourcing, data verification).

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

  • Pre-qualification interview with the talent acquisition team.

  • Interview with the senior cost controller

  • Interview with the administrative and financial director

Our ideal profile

Hard Skills

  • Advanced proficiency in Excel and Google Sheets.

  • Professional English (written and spoken).

  • Fluency in French.

Soft Skills

  • Synthesis skills

  • Analytical skills and rigor

  • Flexibility and adaptability

  • Ability to follow directives

  • Team player

  • Autonomy and pragmatism

Nice to Have

  • Interest in audiovisual production, particularly in the animation industry.

  • Knowledge of audiovisual accounting practices.

  • Familiarity with software such as Xotis and Shotgrid.

SALARY

Additional information

  • Contract: CDD

  • Start Date: Mid-April 2026

  • Work Arrangement: On-site

  • Location: Paris 13th arrondissement

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    We are looking for our future junior cost controller to provide key analytical support to our projects and contribute to the continuous improvement of our management processes.

    Reporting to the Administrative and Financial Director and the Senior Financial Controller, you will ensure the monitoring and control of the studio's operational costs. You will work in close collaboration with the production and administration teams to produce the dashboards, analyses, and reports necessary for the effective management of Fortiche and its large-scale projects.

    Your role is essential to guarantee the reliability of financial data, ensure transparency with our clients, and support operational teams in meeting their budgets.

    PRIMARY MISSIONS

    Analytical Monitoring and Production Cost Reporting

    • Production Cost Tracking: Ensure detailed monitoring of expenses for ongoing projects and productions, working closely with production teams.

    • Client Reporting: Prepare and distribute cost-tracking documents for clients, ensuring transparency and contractual compliance.

    Operational Support and Budgetary Advisory

    • Support for Operational Teams: Provide direct assistance to teams regarding expense tracking, tool usage, and adherence to allocated project budgets.

    • Data Control: Perform sourcing and verification of financial data to guarantee the reliability of cost-tracking information.

    Improvement of Management Tools and Procedures

    • Optimization of Management Tools: Develop, improve, and ensure the consistency of tools (dashboards, tracking systems) used for project cost management and monitoring.

    • Process Development: Participate in the implementation and enhancement of internal methods and procedures related to cost tracking (sourcing, data verification).

    RECRUITMENT PROCESS

    • Pre-qualification interview with the talent acquisition team.

    • Interview with the senior cost controller

    • Interview with the administrative and financial director

    Hard Skills

    • Advanced proficiency in Excel and Google Sheets.

    • Professional English (written and spoken).

    • Fluency in French.

    Soft Skills

    • Synthesis skills

    • Analytical skills and rigor

    • Flexibility and adaptability

    • Ability to follow directives

    • Team player

    • Autonomy and pragmatism

    Nice to Have

    • Interest in audiovisual production, particularly in the animation industry.

    • Knowledge of audiovisual accounting practices.

    • Familiarity with software such as Xotis and Shotgrid.

    At the crossroads of animation and filmmaking, Fortiche is an award-winning entertainment company developing original IPs and delivering large-scale international productions.

    Founded in 2009, Fortiche has built a distinctive 2D/3D aesthetic that has become its hallmark. The company is behind Arcane (Netflix/Tencent), one of the most awarded animated drama series for adults, based on Riot Games’ League of Legends. Its portfolio also includes collaborations with Riot Games (Rise, K/DA – POP/STARS, Warriors), music videos for Stromae/Pomme, Coldplay, and Gorillaz, as well as the Rocket & Groot series for Marvel Studios.

    With teams in Paris, Montpellier, and Las Palmas (Spain), Fortiche brings together up to 450 professionals across all stages of creation, direction, and production, combining creative ambition with global reach.

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