This position is responsible for gathering, organizing, and preparing financial data to support various data request items made in conjunction with compliance/financial audits, including but not limited to third party participations and residuals/guild audits of various *** Global divisions ( *** Pictures, *** *** , *** , *** Networks, etc.), US GAAP external audits, international statutory audits, and providing support for internal projects, such as international tax filings and transaction data analysis. This position will also assist with documentation preparation and support for legal document productions and arbitration claims and queries.
Reporting to the Director - Audit & Compliance, and in partnership with supporting other Directors in the Audit Group, this position will:
• Assist with pulling supporting documentation requests for external auditors, internal auditors, and other ad-hoc in-house projects.
• Perform data extractions and prepare reports to support financial statement balances
• Research and obtain support as needed for requested selections and ensure the timely completion of any outstanding selections
• Reconcile and review the propriety and reasonableness of financial data received by the various divisions as reported and investigate any unusual activities
• Compile financial data, remove extraneous data, and redact confidential documentation and critical contract agreements as deemed necessary prior to providing to external parties
• Ensure the integrity of the account reconciliations, financial models and quality of spreadsheets used in analysis and provided to the respective parties
• If unusual data attributes are identified, coordinate with the appropriate supervisor as to the proper disposition of these items and analyze and handle any corrections or adjustments, if necessary
• Assist with locating and retrieving historical records from archived records (off-site facilities) in support of third-party audits of any *** Global division
• Perform various projects such as research, special projects and data analysis as needed
Basic Qualifications
• 4+ years related work experience
Additional Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Economic, or IT systems and Engineering with relevant work experience preferred
• Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Access, Excel, Word and PowerPoint are essential
• Highly organized and detail oriented
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to accept responsibility for projects/processes and ability to work with limited direct supervision
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task and handle a heavy workload in a fast paced, deadline-oriented environment
• CPA candidate or CPA designation are a plus
• Aptitude for data analysis or data warehousing skills (SAP, Hyperion) are a plus
• Public accounting (audit) or internal audit experience is preferable
• Strong (and current) technical knowledge of GAAP preferred
• Prior entertainment experience is preferable
At all levels of Finance, every employee is expected to embody these core competencies:
- Execute against goals and deadlines.
- I *** uence and effectively communicate with others to drive work forward
- Design, apply, and interpret robust analytical solutions to support decisions
- Positively contribute to a culture of people development and learning
- Uphold ways of working that promote DE&I advocacy
- Translate the "big picture" vision into a clear action plan
Founded in 1912, *** Pictures works with talented filmmakers to produce and distribute entertainment around the world. The film studio's iconic logo has opened some of the most successful and beloved films in cinematic history, including timeless classics such as The Godfather, Chinatown, Forrest Gump and Titanic; and blockbuster franchises such as Star Trek, Transformers, Mission: Impossible and Sonic the Hedgehog. Recent, innovative, break-out films such as The Wolf of Wall Street, Arrival, Rocketman, and A Quiet Place have added to *** 's film legacy. With a beautiful 65-acre lot in the heart of Hollywood, a worldwide network of offices and a culture of engagement, *** Pictures' passionate employees ensure the studio continues to deliver creativity and innovation to a dynamic industry. *** Pictures controls a collection of some of the most powerful brands in filmed entertainment, including *** Pictures, *** Animation, and *** Players. PPC operations also include *** Home Entertainment, *** Pictures International, *** Licensing Inc., and *** Studio Group. *** Pictures is a subsidiary of *** , which connects with billions of people worldwide through its global brands including *** , *** , *** Network, *** , *** , *** and streaming ser *** *** +.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Hiring Salary Range: $63,000.00 - 85,000.00.
The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.
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*** is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.
At *** , the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. *** is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access *** as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to [Please reply using Staff Me Up]. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.
Nearest Major Market: Los Angeles
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