Joanne Zhu, CPA

Activist
DISC Type : Cd

Sr. Director, Accounting at FIFTH SEASON

United States

Overview

Joanne Zhu is the Senior Director of Accounting at FIFTH SEASON, with extensive experience at major entertainment companies like Warner Bros. and DreamWorks. A Certified Public Accountant, she holds a Bachelor of Science from California State Polytechnic University-Pomona and has a strong background in studio controllership and financial services.

Personality Overview

Logical And Quick

Meticulous

Perfectionist

They can be nudged to make faster decisions by offering what they value.  They focus on objectivity in a pitch and pay little attention to bells and whistles. They care equally about the product and its potential impact.

Topics They Care About

Entertainment Accounting
Her career is deeply rooted in the entertainment sector, with roles focusing on studio and content accounting at companies like FIFTH SEASON and Warner Bros.
Building Teams
She is actively hiring for her content accounting team, posting openings for roles such as Director and Senior Financial Analyst to attract new talent.
Studio Controllership
Her previous role as Director of Studio Controllership at Warner Bros. highlights her expertise in financial oversight and management for major studio operations.

Media Appearances

Joanne has no verified media appearances

Work History

8-2023
Sr. Director, Accounting at FIFTH SEASON
9-2021 - 8-2023
Director, Studio Controllership - Worldwide TV Distribution at Warner Bros. Discovery
1-2016 - 9-2021
Senior Manager, Enterprise Financial Services at WarnerMedia
1-2015 - 1-2016
Manager, Accounting at DreamWorks Animation
4-2013 - 1-2015
Senior Financial Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis at Warner Bros. Entertainment Group of Companies

Education

Bachelor of Science - BS from California State Polytechnic University-Pomona

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Insights For Selling To Joanne

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Stress on the business value that your product offers
  • Highlight the competitive differentiation of your product
  • Tell them that you are there to help them create visible impact within their organization

DONT's

  • Avoid repeating yourself or making generalizations
  • Refrain from asking too many questions
  • Avoid long winding pitches, stay objective

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Joanne is

  • Conviction in the product matters to them, followed by proof points and strong testimonials.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Joanne

  • They may not be very forthcoming, but they will say no if needed.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Joanne move?

  • Their decision making speed is somewhere in the middle.
  • Can Joanne take some risk or not?

  • They can take risks but after weighing up the pros and cons.

You And Joanne

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