AR/Royalty Specialist

Description We are in search of an AR/Royalty Specialist to join our team in the retail industry at our El Segundo, California location. This role involves active collaboration with various departments, focusing on revenue projections, expense analysis, and AR collections. Responsibilities Collaborate with the Licensing Department to project revenues and analyze related marketing expenses Manage collections of AR and Minimum Guarantees from licensees Execute Licensing revenue accounting duties, including the review and processing of royalty statements, and recording of revenue income and expenses. Resolve discrepancies as needed Evaluate royalty statements in line with contractual terms Display proactive management of licensee accounts, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in the revenue process Oversee licensee tracking and payment files Create and dispatch invoices for contractual commitments within the Licensing division Support external auditors during quarterly and year-end audits by providing necessary documentation Gather supporting evidence for third-party licensee audits Monitor commissions due to agents and ensure timely payments Initiate communication with new licensees, detailing the reporting process and providing necessary templates Contribute to quarterly management reports for international headquarters Complete month-end and quarter-end close tasks and reconciliations as assigned Maintain physical files/storage in an organized manner Utilize ERP to transact accounting entries Carry out general operational accounting and finance duties as required Participate in various ad-hoc projects and analysis as assigned Requirements Proficiency in Accounting Software Systems Experience with BlackLine software Familiarity with Cerner Technologies Proficient in ERP - Enterprise Resource Planning Knowledge of various ERP Solutions Ability to perform Accounting Functions Expertise in Accounts Receivable (AR) Understanding of Accrual Accounting principles Experience in Auditing Ability to manage Billing Functions Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .