Film & TV Royalty Analyst - California, United States - Gelfand, Rennert & Feldman

Description

About Gelfand, Rennert & Feldman

Founded in 1967, Gelfand, Rennert & Feldman ("GRF") is a leading full-service business management firm for an exclusive assortment of entertainers, executives and select high net worth individuals.

Our 30 partners and over 600 staff members deliver comprehensive financial services in the fields of music, motion pictures, television, sports, literature, and other creative and performing arts.

Our firm has offices in Los Angeles, New York City, Nashville, San Rafael, Wilmington, and London.

We are seeking a Film & TV Royalty Analyst with ideally strong Excel skills to join our team of dedicated professionals.

Location:
This position can be based out of Century City (CA) on a hybrid basis.

Overview of Role:

The Royalty Analyst is responsible for assisting the department in conducting compliance examinations on behalf of our entertainment clients and other rights holders.

Responsibilities:
Review, interpret, and analyze various memos, contracts, and abstracts relating to Feature Film and Television properties to ensure appropriate calculation and reporting of obligations
Assist with planning audit steps and budgeting for anticipated audit engagements
Liaise with studio representatives regarding document requests and review
Conduct analysis to create claim schedules
Prepare written report of findings including calculations claims and narrative describing procedures performed
Stay abreast of topics impacting participations, such as new exploitation platforms, international distribution, or new guild agreements
Conduct internet research
Other projects and duties, as assigned

A successful candidate will possess the following qualifications:
Bachelor's degree is required
Advanced proficiency in Excel, including Pivot Tables and formulas (such as VLOOKUP and SUMIF) – bonus points for experience with Power Pivot and Power Query
Solid interpersonal skills and other key soft skills (i.e., communication, time management, emotional intelligence, adaptability, active listening, critical-thinking, etc.)
A genuine interest in the film and TV business and film/TVroyalties

The candidate must also:
Be a self-motivated and detail-oriented analytical thinker
Possess excellent verbal/written communication skills and reading comprehension
Understand basic mathematical and accounting principles
Work well independently and in a team environment
Be eager to learn new skills and concepts
Want to help creative artists

While not required, experience or education in the film and television business, particularly film/TV royalties and film/TV royalty audits are beneficial
Candidate information, including education and work experience, is verified upon an offer of employment. Falsification of application information may be grounds for denying employment.
Benefits & Pay
We offer a diverse and employee-friendly environment with great work/life balance.


Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
Multiple Medical, Dental and Vision plans (including HSA and FSA options)
Generous paid time off policy
Paid holidays
Hybrid work flexibility
401(k) with discretionary match
Discretionary performance bonus
Tuition assistance and career advancement programs
CPA program (employer-paid prep materials, paid time off to study and sit for exams, a CPA completion bonus, continued education and license renewals)
Early office closures for major holidays
Discretionary profit-sharing program
Employee and client referral bonus
Commuter benefits
Wellness program
This is a non-exempt, overtime eligible position.

Employee compensation is determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to, employee education/training/credentials, employee work experience, work location (including if the employee will be hybrid or fully in-office), the scope and responsibilities of the role, internal peer equity, and market considerations.

Applicants will be considered for the Analyst and Senior Analyst level.

The expected base compensation hiring range for these positions is as follows:

Analyst:
$57,333 to $62,436 per year
Sr


Analyst:
$67,038 to $78,042 per year
Gelfand, Rennert & Feldman is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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