Royalty Analyst

About the role

ABRAMS is a company founded in 1949 that specializes in illustrated publishing. We are currently seeking a Royalty Analyst to join our Finance Team.

Responsibilities

• Aid in accurately calculating royalties based on contractual agreements.
• Process royalty payments in a timely manner.
• Support compliance with royalty terms and conditions specified in contracts.
• Prepare and distribute draft royalty statements for review.
• Maintain organized records of royalty payments and calculations.
• Assist in generating royalty reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Enter and verify royalty terms and updates in royalty management systems.
• Utilize royalty management software to track sales and royalty data.
• Work closely with IT, Finance, and Royalties teams to maintain data integrity.
• Respond to basic royalty-related inquiries from internal teams.
• Absorb and address discrepancies or issues in royalty statements and payments.
• Support internal and external audits related to royalties.
• Aid in ensuring compliance with relevant policies and legal requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Publishing, or related field.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience in royalties, accounting, or publishing operations (internship or academic experience may be considered).
• Basic understanding of publishing contracts and royalty agreements (training will be provided).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organizational and time management abilities.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively and learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with royalty software or financial systems a plus.

Qualifications

• Located in New York, NY.
• Follows a hybrid work schedule, requiring in-office presence three days per week.

Benefits

• Generous paid holidays and Summer Fridays.
• Company-paid year-end office closure between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day each year.
• Comprehensive health benefits, including short-term and long-term disability.
• Retail savings (401k) and life insurance.
• Vacation, Personal, and Sick time off.

Pay

Base salary range for this position is ($60,000 - $65,000) per year. The final offer will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications.

Schedule

This position follows a hybrid work schedule, requiring in-office presence three days per week.