Manager, Internal Audit, Risk and Analytics

Skydance; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Generous PTO

Streaming subscriptions

Engagement programs

Job summary

Skydance is seeking a Manager of Risk & Data Analytics to deliver data-driven insights, lead risk-based audits, and support investigations across corporate, media, streaming, and production.

You will work with SOX, Compliance, Legal, Finance, and other teams to evaluate processes, governance, and controls, applying sound judgment and analytics in fast-moving environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Accounting, Finance, Business, Data Analytics, Information Systems, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in internal or external audit, risk management, data analytics, or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead risk-based analytics to support audits and advisory work.
• Develop objectives, scopes and risk assessments aligned with priorities.
• Design flexible approaches for evolving activities requiring professional judgment.
• Use analytics to evaluate processes, controls, and governance for efficiency.
• Conduct end-to-end process walkthroughs and root-cause analysis.
• Synthesize insights from multiple systems and present conclusions via dashboards.
• Build relationships with business leaders and cross-functional teams.
• Communicate results clearly, explaining risk and impact.

Skills

Data analytics

Risk assessment

Auditing

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Data Analytics, Information Systems, or a related field

Job description

Storytelling is, and will always be, the heart of what we do at Skydance.
Our vision is to build a thriving entertainment ecosystem where stories and worlds are imagined, brought to life and experienced. We create for every age and audience, anchored by the strength of our content and experiences and the depth of our connection with fans. We are creator-first, audience-focused, tech-forward, globally scaled. Here, you’ll work with talented teams that move fast, think boldly and collaborate with purpose to deliver results. We aim high, champion the best ideas and win together, earning the trust of our employees, creators, partners and audiences every day. If you’re energized by the opportunity to help build the next-generation global media and entertainment company powered by creativity and technology, we’d be thrilled to welcome you aboard. LET’S GO!

Overview And Responsibilities

As a Manager of Risk & Data Analytics, you deliver data‑driven insights, lead risk‑based audits, and support investigations, risk assessments, and special projects across Paramount. You work with leaders across corporate, media, streaming, and production to evaluate processes, governance, and controls using useful judgment and analytics. The role requires comfort with complex data, deep risk assessment skills, and the ability to operate in fast‑moving, judgment‑heavy environments. Engagements include operational reviews, T&E and production audits, and advisory projects in partnership with SOX, Compliance, Legal, Finance, and other teams.

• Plan and lead risk‑based analytics to support operational audits, advisory work, and special projects across corporate, media, streaming, advertising, and production areas
• Develop focused project objectives, scopes, and risk assessments aligned to key business priorities
• Design flexible approaches for non‑routine or evolving activities requiring solid professional judgment
• Use analytics to evaluate processes, controls, and governance, and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accountability, and growth
• Conduct end‑to‑end process walkthroughs and root‑cause analysis to address underlying issues
• Assess operational maturity and scalability in high‑growth or transformational initiatives
• Apply advanced analytics to audit planning, testing, investigations, and continuous risk monitoring
• Analyze complex datasets to identify trends, anomalies, and emerging risks across areas such as production, T&E, payroll, vendor payments, and revenue
• Translate business risks into targeted, meaningful analytics and communicate insights through clear visuals and presentations
• Lead or support special projects through data collection, validation, analysis, and documentation of findings
• Synthesize insights from multiple systems and data sources and present conclusions through dashboards and presentations
• Build robust relationships with business leaders and cross‑functional partners, including SOX, Compliance, Finance, and Legal
• Communicate results and recommendations clearly, explaining root cause, risk, and business impact in an accessible language
• Create recommendations that fit the business needs. When needed, promote remediation plans while keeping a focus on solutions
• Serve as a trusted advisor while maintaining sovereignty and objectivity
• Manage, coach, and develop team members while ensuring quality, consistency, and adherence to internal standards
• Advance the team’s shift toward insight‑driven, judgment‑based auditing
• Contribute to annual risk assessments and audit planning using data and industry insights
• Support continuous improvement of Internal Audit methodologies, analytics capabilities, and investigative approaches
• Partner with the Audit executive team on analytics tools, technologies, and industry trends to enhance the function’s capabilities
• Assess audit and operational risks, design effective analytics procedures, identify control gaps, and manage multiple engagements in a dynamic environment
• Apply sound judgment, professional skepticism, and well‑developed communication skills to drive outcomes and maintain high standards of quality and integrity

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Data Analytics, Information Systems, or a related field
• 7+ years of experience in internal audit, external audit, risk management, data analytics, or a related discipline

Additional Qualifications

• Experience leading or executing analytics‑driven reviews, including areas such as T&E, production, vendor payments, or revenue‑related processes
• Big Four or consulting experience preferred
• Professional certification(s) such as CIA, CPA, CFE, CISA, or equivalent (active or in progress) preferred

About Skydance

Skydance is a next‑generation global media and entertainment company, comprised of three business segments: Studios, Direct‑to‑Consumer, and TV Media. Skydance's portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount, Warner Bros., HBO and HBO Max, Paramount+, Pluto TV, CBS, CNN, CBS Sports, TNT Sports, Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network, MTV, Food Network, BET, HGTV, and Comedy Central.

Additional Information

Hiring Salary Range: $110,400.00 - 165,600.00.

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing compensation, or a range thereof, for roles where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on a variety of job‑related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, external market data, internal equity, skill set, experience, training, education, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of our total compensation package. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short‑and long‑term incentives, and program‑specific awards.

This position is bonus eligible.

What We Offer

• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here.
• Generous paid time off.
• Complimentary subscriptions to HBO Max, Paramount+, and other Skydance streaming services and digital news products.
• Robust employee engagement opportunities, including access to exclusive screenings and events, speaker series, volunteer activities and more.

Skydance is an equal opportunity employer (EOE)

We embrace the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit. In line with the laws of the country or region in which the role is based, this includes consideration without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, religion or belief, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or protected veteran status, union status or any other category protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you may request a reasonable accommodation during the job application and/or recruitment process. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to [e-mail]. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.