Senor Internal Auditor, Risk and Analytics

Paramount Pictures; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive compensation

Generous paid time off

Comprehensive benefits packages

Life at Paramount programs

Job summary

A major film studio is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor for its Nashville location. This role involves delivering data-driven insights and conducting risk-based audits to enhance internal controls. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in internal audit or risk management, strong analytical skills using SQL and Python, and a Bachelor's degree in a related field. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in internal audit or risk management.
• Robust knowledge of internal controls and audit methodologies.
• Experience with analytics-driven operational reviews.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and execution of risk-based analytics for audits.
• Conduct end-to-end process walkthroughs and root-cause analysis.
• Perform advanced data analysis to support audit planning and testing.
• Evaluate processes, controls and governance; identify opportunities to improve accountability.
• Conduct end-to-end process walkthroughs and root-cause analysis.
• Analyze large datasets to identify trends and emerging risks.
• Translate business risks into targeted analytics and share insights with dashboards.

Skills

Data analytics

Risk management

Communication

Problem-solving

Project management

SQL

Python

Power BI

Tableau

Alteryx

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

SQL

Python

Power BI

Tableau

Alteryx

ACL

Job description

Senior Internal Auditor, Risk and Analytics

Full‑Time, On‑Site

Overview and Responsibilities

The Senior Staff, Risk & Analytics, Internal Audit supports the delivery of data‑driven insights, risk‑based audits, and advisory work across the company. This role involves advanced analytics and operational audits. It also includes investigations, risk assessments, and special projects. These activities help the business operate successfully in a fast‑changing media and entertainment environment. The Senior collaborates with the Internal Audit executive team, business stakeholders, and cross‑functional teams to evaluate processes, governance, and internal controls. The role requires comfort working with complex and imperfect data, applying sound judgment, and designing analytics that address real business questions. Engagements may include operational reviews, T&E audits, production audits, management‑requested reviews, and other advisory initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and execution of risk‑based analytics for audits, advisory engagements, and special projects
• Develop project objectives, scopes, and risk assessments focused on key business priorities
• Design approaches for non‑routine or evolving activities requiring professional judgment
• Evaluate process efficiency, controls, and governance; identify opportunities to reduce friction and improve accountability
• Conduct end‑to‑end process walkthroughs and root‑cause analysis
• Assess operational maturity and scalability in a high‑growth or transformational area
• Perform advanced data analysis to support audit planning, testing, investigations, and continuous risk monitoring
• Analyze large datasets (e.g., production costs, T&E spend, payroll, vendor payments, advertising revenue) to identify trends and emerging risks
• Translate business risks into targeted, meaningful analytics
• Use dashboards and visuals to share insights. Prepare presentations for audience members who are not technical
• Support management‑requested projects through data collection, analysis, and documentation of findings
• Collect, validate, and analyze data from diverse internal and external sources
• Present insights through PowerPoint, dashboards, and other visualization tools
• Build robust working relationships with business leaders and cross‑functional partners (SOX, Compliance, Finance, Legal)
• Communicate results clearly, explaining root cause, risk, and business impact
• Provide useful, business‑aligned recommendations and involve remediation plans when needed
• Maintain self‑reliance and objectivity while serving as a trusted advisor
• Contribute to the annual risk assessment and audit plan
• Support continuous improvement of audit methodologies and analytics capabilities
• Act as a thought partner on analytics tools, technologies, and industry trends
• Informally mentor less‑experienced team members

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in internal audit, external audit, risk management, data analytics, or a related field
• Robust knowledge of operational risk, internal controls, audit methodologies, and risk management
• Experience executing analytics‑driven operational reviews (e.g., T&E, production, vendor payments, revenue processes)
• Demonstrated ability to examine large, complex, and unstructured datasets and derive meaningful insights
• Proficiency with analytics and visualization tools (SQL, Python, Power BI, Tableau, Alteryx, ACL, or similar)
• Solid organizational and project‑management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Clear, concise communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and critical‑thinking abilities
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Data Analytics, Information Systems, or related field

Additional Qualifications

• Big Four or consulting experience preferred
• Professional certifications such as CIA, CPA, CFE, CISA (active or in progress) preferred
• Knowledge with ERM frameworks and regulatory compliance considerations
• Ability to build trust, influence others, and work skillfully across teams and levels
• Self‑starter with well‑developed effort and the ability to learn quickly
• Enlightened curiosity and excitement for solving complex, ambiguous problems
• Solid interpersonal skills, including the ability to manage up, down, and across teams
• Experience mentoring team members and reviewing work in a high‑expectation environment
• Well‑developed research skills with the ability to synthesize and present findings succinctly
• Comfort using AI‑enabled tools and advanced analytics to support research and professional judgment.

What We Offer

• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here: https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits
• Generous paid time off.
• An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams.
• Opportunities for both on‑site and virtual engagement events.
• Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
• Explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-paramount

Equal Opportunity Employment

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

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