At a Glance
- Tasks: Support royalty accounting and reporting for global brand licensing programs.
- Company: Dynamic finance team in the heart of London with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Hybrid working, excellent career development, and a friendly work environment.
- Other info: Collaborate with cross-functional teams and enjoy professional growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Gain valuable experience in finance while making an impact in a fast-paced industry.
- Qualifications: Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are essential.
The predicted salary is between 34650 - 42350 £ per year.
The Royalty Analyst plays a key role in supporting the end-to-end royalty accounting and reporting cycle for global brand licensing programs. This role combines financial accuracy, analytical insight, and stakeholder management to ensure timely and compliant royalty reporting across multiple clients and regions. It offers exposure to both commercial and operational aspects of a dynamic licensing business, with opportunities for professional growth within the finance team.
Royalty, Contract & Client Reporting
- Collect, review, and process royalty reports and sales projections from licensees, ensuring compliance with contractual terms and accurate invoicing of royalties.
- Manage royalty invoicing and client remittances in line with contractual and operational requirements, fulfilling obligations under Client Representation Agreements.
- Track receivables and collaborate with Credit Control and Commercial teams to drive timely collection and query resolution.
- Interpret licensing contracts to determine financial terms, reporting requirements, and commission structures.
- Reconcile and validate royalty reports against contractual commitments, identifying variances or irregularities.
- Ensure client payments are accurate, complete, and processed in a timely manner.
- Respond to queries from licensees, clients, auditors, and internal teams, providing supporting documentation and financial analysis.
Accounting & Reporting
- Prepare and post month-end journals, including revenue and cost accruals, bad debt provisions, and write-offs.
- Perform reconciliations of royalty, reserve, and other key general ledger accounts.
- Support the preparation of monthly management reports, including: Cost of Sales (COS) and G&A analysis, Revenue & variance analysis.
- Liaise with Accounts Payable to ensure timely and accurate supplier payments.
Finance Business Partnering & Analysis
- Support quarterly royalty forecasts, cash flow tracking, and ad-hoc revenue analysis.
- Partner cross-functionally with Finance, Commercial, Legal, and Operations to ensure accurate and timely information flow.
- Assist in preparing client presentations and internal reporting packs for senior management.
You will enjoy working in a friendly and supportive working environment in a fast-paced culture that offers excellent career development opportunities. This role offers hybrid working 4 days in the office and 1 working from home.
Royalty Accountant in City of London employer: Marc Daniels
As a Payroll and Benefits Administrator at our Colchester Head Office, you will join a dynamic team that values collaboration and employee well-being. We offer a supportive work culture with flexible hybrid working arrangements after your initial probation period, alongside opportunities for professional growth and development. Our commitment to employee satisfaction is reflected in our comprehensive benefits package and the vibrant community atmosphere at our Colchester location.
