Trainee, Third Party Audit

The Residuals and Participations 3rd Party Audit group manages audits initiated by the Company's participants and Guilds in regard to the distribution of all motion picture products. The group manages approximately 75 to 100 audits in various stages per year. The audit group handles everything from contract review, audit scoping, day-to-day management of audit requests and auditor interaction, and eventual settlement of any issues that arise.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Assist with running reports, creating automated forms for Capgemini to run initial package reports, preparing analyses, utilize analytics for audit work-flow optimization, and other administrative tasks. Requires ability to interpret contractual agreements, and to translate those provisions into accurate calculations to quantify financial obligations. Supporting audit manager in research, pulling audit requests, and special projects. In addition, assist with Name, Voice, & Likeness reporting backlog. 

Trainee is expected to self-start audit requests utilizing knowledge of different systems, research audit requests and discuss with various business units if necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Completed Bachelor’s degree

• Basic to advanced Excel skills

• Working knowledge of other MS Office products such as Word and PowerPoint

• Ability to read and understand legal documents

• Knowledge of accounting principles and systems

• Ability to work independently

• Ability to work in a team environment

• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.

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