Associate - Contract Compliance

Miller Kaplan • Burbank, CA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Associate in the Contract Compliance Department is responsible for supporting management in the execution royalty compliance projects in a variety of industries in a fast paced environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• Possess a professional certificate such as a CPA or CFE or be a candidate for one.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in licensing and royalties.
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented analytical thinker.
• Understand basic mathematical and accounting principles.
• Work well independently and in a team environment.
• Be eager to learn new skills and concepts.

Responsibilities

• Assist partners, senior managers, and managers with contract compliance audits of intellectual property (“IP”) licensees, and associated third parties related to a variety of licensed properties.
• Support partners, senior managers, and managers on special projects.
• Read and summarize license agreements (“Agreements”).
• Reconcile revenue and expenses to determine compliance with the Agreements.
• Manage and summarize data sets.
• Maintain organization of electronic files and folders.
• Follow a step by step inspection program.
• Assist with on site and remote fieldwork.
• Conduct Internet research.
• Use AI-powered audit tools and analytics platforms to analyze large, complex datasets
• Possess the ability to multi task and work on multiple projects at any given time
• Correspond with clients and licensees
• Assist partners, senior managers, and managers in writing reports documenting project findings.
• Prepare detailed schedules supporting conclusions.
• Meet deadlines and manage client expectations
• Travel domestically and internationally based on client needs
• Perform other related duties and projects as assigned.
• Adhere to the requirements for continuing education as outlined in the Quality Control Manual.
• Complete all assigned training courses within the stated timelines.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: $65,000-$70,000
• Generous Paid Time Off: Start with 20 days and watch it grow, plus 2 extra days annually for managers.
• Comprehensive Healthcare: Medical options include HMO, PPO, HDHP, with fully covered dental and vision for you.
• Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Savings Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Hybrid & Remote Flexibility
• Basic life insurance, voluntary life insurance, and long-term disability coverage.
• Dependent Care and Pet Insurance
• Bereavement Paid Time Off
• Sabbatical and Personal Leave Options
• Social Events
• Referral Bonuses
• Commuter Benefits
• Professional Development: Reimbursement for licenses, memberships, CPE allowance, and access to classes through Becker.
• Retirement Plans: Tailored 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan
• Support for Professional Certifications: Assistance on your journey to CPA or CFE, including study materials, exam reimbursements, and bonuses.
• Leadership Development and Mentorship

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level