Royalty Operations Accountant

Royalty Operations Accountant (Deputy Manager)

Expertise

• Resolve complex sales in suspense accounts

  , especially those involving High-Profile Authors (HPAs), ensuring correct allocation and accurate payouts.

• Analyze royalty data for accuracy

  and support the preparation of royalty reconciliations.
• Possess strong analytical skills in

  royalty data analysis, reconciliation, and payment management

  .
• Demonstrate an

  in-depth understanding of royalty calculations, intellectual property tools, and agreement structures

  .
• Possess experience with

  data governance and maintaining databases

  for decision-making.
• Show expertise in

  resolving complex issues

  related to royalty payments and suspense accounts.
• Help identify and document recurring issues or discrepancies in royalty and vendor data, escalating to higher management as necessary.

Accountability

• Maintain responsibility for the

  accuracy of royalty data and the timeliness of royalty reconciliations and payments

  .
• Collaborate closely with C2 and above roles to monitor key task progress, ensuring all action items are completed on schedule across multiple geographies.
• Ensure the

  integrity of the royalty calculations database

  and proper execution of royalty payments in alignment with agreements. Participate in regular quality checks and data validation exercises.
• Ensure

  compliance with internal controls, SLAs, and governance standards

  .
• Provide

  recommendations for agreement structures and royalty setups

  , contributing to the strategic direction of royalty operations.

Leadership

• Lead and mentor junior team members

  , providing guidance on royalty data analysis, reconciliations, and database maintenance.
• Take

  ownership of projects and process improvements

  related to royalty operations, driving efficiency and excellence.

Influence

• Collaborate with stakeholders

  across the organization to ensure accurate royalty payouts and effective data management.
• Provide

  expert advice on royalty agreements, product structures, and payment setups

  to influence strategic business decisions.
• Translate complex data into

  clear, actionable insights

  through compelling presentations, dashboards, and reports for various stakeholders.

• Lead and manage cross-functional projects end-to-end

  , ensuring timely execution, stakeholder alignment, and achievement of key milestones using strong project management methodologies.

Skills, Knowledge, & Behaviors

Skills:

• Strong

  data analysis and financial acumen

  .
• Proficiency with

  intellectual property management tools and royalty calculation databases

  .
• Advanced

  problem-solving abilities

  , particularly in resolving complex royalty and suspense issues.

Knowledge:

• In-depth knowledge of

  royalty management, accounting principles, and agreement setups

  .
• Understanding of

  intellectual property rights

  and their impact on royalty payouts and agreements.

Behaviors:

• Detail-oriented

  with a focus on accuracy and operational excellence.

• Proactive in mentoring junior staff

  and driving process improvements.
• Strong

  communication and collaboration skills

  to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Education:

  Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.

• Experience:

  Minimum of

  4-5 years of experience

  in contract management or a related field.