Sr. Project Manager, Revenue & Cost Accounting

About the role

The Pokémon Company International manages the Pokémon property outside of Asia and is responsible for brand management, licensing and marketing, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the animated TV series, home entertainment, and the official Pokémon website. Pokémon was launched in Japan in 1996 and today is one of the most popular children’s entertainment properties in the world. Learn more online at corporate.pokemon.com and pokemon.com.

Lead initiatives across multiple revenue streams to enhance revenue recognition, cost tracking, and financial reporting processes. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting expertise, project management skills, and a collaborative mindset to drive operational improvements and ensure compliance. This role will also identify accounting and financial activities currently handled by various teams and work with business partners to centralize and streamline those processes. Additionally, the Project Manager will establish standardized processes, metrics, and reporting frameworks to support the strategic objectives of our B2C (eCommerce and Vending), B2B, consignment, apps, and events businesses.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional accounting projects related to revenue recognition and cost accounting.
• Manage end-to-end project timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder communications for revenue and cost initiatives.
• Partner with business stakeholders to identify new lines of business and processes and coordinate with accounting teams to ensure compliance with accounting standards and accurate financial reporting.
• Drive process improvements and automation efforts related to revenue streams and cost recognition.
• Partner with internal business teams to ensure accurate revenue accounting in accordance with ASC 606 and relevant cost accounting standards.
• Coordinate system and ERP (Oracle Fusion Cloud) enhancements related to revenue and cost modules; partner with IT on solution design and implementation.
• Ensure internal controls over revenue and cost processes are designed and operating effectively to meet audit requirements.
• Assist in month-end and quarter-end close activities related to revenue and cost entries, reconciliations, and reporting.

Requirements

• Accounting & Technical Expertise
  • 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, with direct exposure to revenue recognition (ASC 606) and cost accounting principles
  • Demonstrated experience in complex, contract-driven accounting areas (e.g., revenue recognition, royalties, licensing, or similar)
  • Proven ability to interpret legal agreements and translate contractual