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By establishing repeatable PBC protocols, standardizing multi-jurisdiction intercompany reporting, and resolving historical accounting vulnerabilities, Pierag delivered a durable internal reporting infrastructure. The engagement not only eliminated operational disruption and contained costs, but also provided the audit-tested governance required to support the company\u2019s prospective US capital markets listing.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Client Snapshot The client is an established visual effects and animation studio serving premier global film and television networks, with operations spanning Canada, India, the United Kingdom, and Australia. 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