▷ Urgent Search: Royalty Operations Accountant

Job Description Pearson is seeking a highly skilled and autonomous Royalty Operations Accountant (Deputy Manager) to join our team. This role requires expertise in royalty data analysis, complex problem-solving, and suspense management, operating with a high degree of autonomy. You'll be instrumental in ensuring the integrity of royalty-related processes, providing strategic insights to stakeholders, and mentoring junior staff. 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.