Bookkeeping

Game studio bookkeeping requires specialized understanding of development costs, revenue recognition, and gaming industry financial structures. From tracking development expenses across multiple projects to managing platform revenue and royalty payments, studios need bookkeeping expertise that aligns with their unique business model.

Super Collider’s bookkeeping services provide game studios with accurate, timely financial records that support decision-making, investor reporting, and operational planning. Our gaming-native operators understand the complexities of game development finances and deliver comprehensive bookkeeping solutions tailored to your studio’s needs.

What’s included

Game studio chart of accounts

  • Specialized chart of accounts designed for game development including project-based cost tracking, development phase categorization, and platform revenue classification
  • Multi-project accounting setup to track costs and revenues across different game titles and development stages
  • Integration with development tools and time tracking systems to capture accurate project-based costs

Daily bookkeeping and transaction management

  • Daily transaction recording including development expenses, contractor payments, and platform revenue
  • Bank reconciliation and cash management including multi-currency support for international operations
  • Expense categorization and approval workflows integrated with your existing procurement and approval processes

Revenue recognition and platform accounting

  • Platform revenue tracking and reconciliation for Steam, console platforms, mobile app stores, and other distribution channels
  • Revenue recognition compliance including ASC 606 requirements for game sales, DLC, and subscription revenue
  • Royalty and revenue sharing calculations for publishers, developers, and other stakeholders

Financial reporting and analysis

  • Monthly financial statements including project-specific P&L, cash flow analysis, and development cost reporting
  • Developer-friendly financial dashboards showing key metrics like burn rate, runway analysis, and project profitability
  • Regular financial analysis including budget variance reporting and development cost optimization recommendations

Our process

Setup and migration We start by setting up your game studio chart of accounts and migrating historical financial data to ensure continuity. This includes establishing project tracking systems, integrating with your existing tools, and training your team on new financial processes and reporting.

Daily bookkeeping operations Our team handles all daily bookkeeping tasks including transaction recording, bank reconciliation, and expense management. We establish automated workflows where possible and provide real-time financial visibility through dashboards and regular reporting.

Monthly close and reporting We manage monthly close processes including financial statement preparation, variance analysis, and management reporting. This includes project-specific financial analysis and strategic recommendations based on financial performance and trends.

Strategic financial support Our team provides ongoing financial analysis and strategic guidance including cash flow forecasting, project profitability analysis, and financial planning support. We work with your leadership team to optimize financial processes and support business growth.

Why choose us

Gaming industry specialization Our bookkeepers understand the unique financial aspects of game development including development cost capitalization, platform revenue recognition, and project-based accounting. We’ve worked with studios across all development stages and business models, from indie developers to established studios.

Technology integration We integrate with popular game development tools and platforms to automatically capture financial data and reduce manual bookkeeping work. Our approach provides real-time financial visibility while minimizing administrative burden on your development team.

Ready to optimize your studio finances?

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