Director Of Accounting - Royalty And Subrights

Aston Carter • Seattle, WA • 3h ago

Job Title: Director of Accounting - Royalty and Subrights (Remote)

Job Description

As the Director of Accounting for Royalty and Subrights, you will lead a dynamic and multi-level accounting team. You will focus on overseeing complex revenue and contract-related accounting activities while driving process improvement and ensuring data accuracy. Your role will be pivotal in managing systems, data, and technology collaborations, as well as supporting cross-functional reporting and financial tool rollouts.

Responsibilities

Lead and develop a multi-level accounting team responsible for complex revenue and contract-related activities, including managing both full-time staff and contingent workers.

Own and refine end-to-end accounting processes related to revenue recognition, contract settlements, estimates, and period-close activities.

Build and maintain detailed process documentation to ensure consistent execution and strong internal controls.

Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, automate recurring tasks, and improve data accuracy across reporting cycles.

Oversee the reconciliation of data from multiple operational systems into the company's general ledger.

Use advanced Excel capabilities and large datasets to improve analysis, trend identification, and financial insights.

Support the rollout of new financial tools or platforms and drive associated process transitions.

Essential Skills

Royalty and subrights accounting expertise.

Experience with SAP and general ledger systems.

4+ years of experience managing direct reports.

10+ years of experience in rights and royalty accounting.

Proficiency in advanced Excel functions, including macros, V/X Lookups, and analysis.

Strong leadership skills and experience in team management.

Solid understanding of internal controls and compliance requirements.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.

CPA certification is preferred.

Experience in the publishing industry.

Direct experience with rights and royalty accounting.

Work Environment

This is a 100% remote position where you will work with a team comprising two accounting managers (one for subrights and one for royalty), five direct reports. Enjoy the flexibility of remote work while engaging in exciting transformation projects and ERP rollouts, with the added benefit of an annual bonus.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Seattle, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $130000.00 - $150000.00/yr.

Health benefits, paid time off, paid holidays, remote flexibility, annual bonus (10% Sr Manager & 15% Director level), retirement plans

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 2, 2026.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.

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