Residuals Claims Analyst

SAG-AFTRA is the iconic American labor union that represents approximately 160,000 media professionals. SAG-AFTRA employees support our members and thrive on securing the strongest protections by negotiating the best wages, working conditions, health and pension benefits.

We preserve and expand members' work opportunities, vigorously enforce our contracts and protect our members against unauthorized use of their work.

Residuals Claims Analyst Job ID 2024-2302

Category : Other

You can get further details about the nature of this opening, and what is expected from applicants, by reading the below.

Reports To : DIRECTOR, RESIDUALS CLAIMS

FLSA Status : Exempt

Type : Regular Full-Time

Posted Salary : USD $49,642.00 / Yr.

Department : Residuals Claims

Shift : 9 : 00am-5 : 00pm

Union Representation : Non-Represented

Overview

What You'll Do

• Prepare residuals extrapolations for arbitration as requested by the Legal Department.
• Prepare residuals calculations for residuals claims and / or legal settlements.
• Research and compile data around exhibition, distribution and licensing of SAG-AFTRA covered pictures.
• Prepare declarations and testify at arbitrations.
• Interpret the various collectively bargained and promulgated SAG-AFTRA agreements.
• Handle producer inquiries and referrals regarding calculations, allocations, reporting and payment of residuals outside of the claims processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned or as the situation dictates.

What You'll Need

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES :

• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to read, comprehend and interpret contracts.
• Ability to research and report on relevant data.
• Able to analyze data, comment and make recommendations.
• Comprehensive mathematical skills.
• Problem solving and process management.
• Able to use PC applications, especially spreadsheets.
• Detail oriented.
• Able to organize, prioritize and coordinate multiple tasks under daily deadlines.
• Able to work under pressure.
• Superlative interpersonal skills : high degree of patience and tact.
• Have an understanding and awareness of worker rights impacting SAG-AFTRA members.
• Hold yourself and others accountable for a high level of performance and integrity.
• Capable of taking direction from more than one supervisor.
• Must be able to work in a challenging environment where constructive feedback from others is encouraged.
• Must maintain regular and acceptable attendance at such level as is determined at SAG-AFTRA's sole discretion.
• Must be available and willing to work extended hours (and / or overtime for applicable non-exempt positions) per day or per week, including weekends and holidays, as SAG-AFTRA determines is necessary to meet its business needs.
• Must be available and willing to travel to such locations and with such frequency as SAG-AFTRA determines is necessary or desirable to meet its business needs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Undergraduate degree required or 3+ years combination of education and work experience with residuals terms or distribution agreements, licenses and statements.

PREFERRED BACKGROUND :

• Area of study in Business, Labor Relations or related discipline preferred.
• Legal and accounting experience is a plus.

What You'll Get

• The hourly rate for this position is $27.28 per hour along with excellent employee benefits and perks such as a 35-hour work week.
• Colleagues that are passionate about what we do and how they contribute to our mission.
• Balance between work and home life responsibilities.
• Affordable and comprehensive medical and dental plans.
• Generous pension plan.
• Employee discounts and perks.

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