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Trusted Payroll & Production Accounting Services
Founded in 1990, The Jacobson Group has established itself as a trusted provider of payroll and production accounting services to the entertainment industry. Our 30-year legacy of female ownership reflects our commitment to excellence and client-centric service. With decades of combined experience, we specialize in payroll processing, employee benefits, payroll taxes, and production accounting, delivering these services in a warm and professional environment. Our team adapts to client preferences rather than imposing rigid processes, ensuring personalized solutions for businesses of all sizes. We maintain deep expertise in union compliance, residual payments, and healthcare exchange notices, serving both major corporations and smaller productions. Our paperless production accounting system offers secure, customizable web-based reporting that reduces overhead while ensuring tax accuracy.Through dedicated labor relations support, we act as a liaison between production companies and unions, streamlining complex paperwork. Our workers' compensation services include 24-hour injury reporting and medical care management, demonstrating comprehensive risk mitigation. The company's leadership team brings decades of industry-specific knowledge, maintaining an average employee tenure that underscores our organizational stability. Clients consistently return year after year, valuing our problem-solving approach and commitment to maintaining a positive workplace culture where smiles and professionalism coexist.
Services
Payroll Services
Production Accounting
General Accounting
Employee Services
Workers Comp
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- 30 years of specialized experience in entertainment industry payroll services
- Dedicated 24/7 workers' compensation injury reporting hotline
- Customizable paperless production accounting system with secure reporting
- Proven expertise in union compliance and residual payment processing
- Leadership team with decades of combined industry experience
What people say
Knowledgeable team
Reliable service
Industry expertise
Responsive support
Personalized approach
Services
Payroll Services
Our payroll services combine 29 years of industry experience with advanced technology solutions. We handle all aspects of payroll processing including union deductions, unemployment claims, and benefit audits while maintaining 100% compliance with entertainment industry regulations. Our system automatically interfaces with production budgeting software and third-party accounting programs, ensuring seamless financial integration for productions of all sizes.
Production Accounting
We provide comprehensive production accounting with real-time online reporting access. Our services include accounts payable/receivable management, weekly cost reporting, and P&L statement preparation. The paperless system reduces administrative overhead while maintaining strict tax compliance. Our team handles both union and non-union productions, offering customized financial tracking solutions that adapt to each client's specific requirements.
Workers Comp
Our workers' compensation program covers all payrolled employees with 24/7 injury reporting capabilities. We manage the complete claims process including medical provider network coordination, physician referrals, and regulatory compliance. The service includes real-time incident tracking and proactive risk management strategies tailored to the entertainment industry's unique production environments.
Employee Services
We offer full-spectrum employee services including benefits administration and labor relations support. Our team manages independent contractor compliance, union paperwork processing, and healthcare exchange notice requirements. With expertise in both federal and California-specific regulations, we help clients navigate complex employment tax obligations while maintaining optimal employee relations.
General Accounting
Our general accounting services support businesses transitioning from traditional financial systems to modern solutions. We provide seamless integration of existing financial data with our budgeting software while maintaining strict compliance with entertainment industry accounting standards. The service includes system upgrades, financial reporting, and customized accounting process optimization for both large corporations and independent productions.
People
Marcia Jacobson
President
Founder with 30 years of leadership experience in entertainment industry payroll solutions. Recognized for innovative approaches to production accounting and client relationship management.
Paris Barron
Director of Operations
Overseeing daily operations with 18 years of experience in entertainment accounting systems. Specializes in process optimization and client service delivery improvements.
Juno Justiniano
Director of Finance
Finance expert managing complex accounting structures with emphasis on production budget integration and financial reporting accuracy.
Stacey Jellen
Risk Management/Workers Comp
Specialist in workers' compensation programs with focus on injury prevention and claims management for entertainment industry clients.
Kathy Rodriguez
New Business
Business development leader connecting entertainment industry clients with tailored payroll and accounting solutions since 2005.
Questions
What industries do you specialize in?
We specialize in payroll and accounting services for the entertainment industry, including film, television, and live productions.
Do you handle union compliance requirements?
Yes, we manage union 401(k) deductions, residual payments, and act as liaison between production companies and unions.
Are your production accounting services paperless?
Yes, we offer secure, customizable web-based production accounting systems that reduce overhead and ensure accurate reporting.
What workers' compensation services do you provide?
We offer 24/7 injury reporting, medical provider network access, and claims management for work-related injuries.
How do you handle healthcare exchange notices?
We ensure compliance with ACA requirements, providing mandatory Employee Health Insurance Marketplace Notifications for all clients.
Can you assist with independent contractor tax requirements?
Yes, we help clients navigate California's withholding guidelines for independent contractors working in various business structures.
