Senior Analyst, Financial Contract Reporting

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Location: Los Angeles

The intersection of media and technology is our sweet spot and we are fortunate to be headquartered at the epicenter of the creative economy - Los Angeles. This office houses many of our corporate functions and cross-functional teams tasked with creating exceptional experiences for our passionate communities.

About the Team and Role

Crunchyroll’s Financial Contract Reporting team is a worldwide group of experts collaborating to provide crucial assistance to business operations, guaranteeing punctual and compliant fulfillment of contractual reporting responsibilities around the globe, in accordance with company guidelines, while ensuring harmonization of internal processes across various domains.

As the Senior Royalties Analyst - Financial Contract Reporting you will be responsible for analyzing and interpreting complex financial agreements, identifying and resolving royalty calculation discrepancies, and ensuring timely and accurate royalty payments to our partners. You will have a strong background in financial analysis and contract management, as well as excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

About You

As our Senior Royalties Analyst - Financial Contract Reporting, you will have a strong background in financial analysis and contract management, as well as excellent communication and problem-solving skills. You will have extensive experience working with complex contracts and royalty structures

• You have 5+ years of experience in accounting, entertainment, or a related field with exposure to third party participation, royalty reporting, and content accounting.
• You have experience in international deal reporting and analysis in a large corporate setting, and you know how to read and interpret legal agreements for contractual royalties obligations.
• You have the ability to analyze large quantities of data, resolve discrepancies, and deliver data-driven answers
• You have strong customer service skills and the ability to communicate (written and verbal) with all levels of organization, both internal and external
• You anticipate problems (and bring up when appropriate), demonstrate strong prioritization and organization skills, catch errors, and take action to complete tasks accurately and on time
• You exercise good judgment to proactively anticipate and solve problems and prioritize effectively.
• You approach your work with a positive approach, and a desire to contribute to a fun and collaborative working environment
• You demonstrate the flexibility and resiliency needed to adapt and thrive in a rapidly growing and maturing company
• You have advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets, experience using large-scale ERP and Royalties systems
• You have a Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting

A Day In The Life Of Our Senior Analyst - Financial Contract Reporting

As our Senior Analyst - Financial Contract Reporting, you will work cross-departmentally to implement better ways of working throughout the business. Your ultimate goal is to ensure the best possible service to our licensors.

• You will work with international counterparts to ensure alignment of royalty processes and track financial components impacting reporting and payouts (revenue, P&A costs, advances shortfalls)
• You will prepare financial decks, perform royalty-related financial analysis, prepare quarterly royalty statements, and ensure that all financial obligations per agreements are met
• You will work on monthly and quarterly data validations and reconciliations, manage external inquiries and correspondence with licensors, and coordinate with Accounts Payable on billing and payment validation
• You will prepare financial decks, support other departments with inquiries and/or projects related to royalty payables, and perform royalty-related financial analysis as requested by Senior Management
• Develop and implement new processes and procedures to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• You will assist with the selection, testing, and implementation of new systems and processes to improve our royalty payment processes
• You will work closely with our legal and business affairs teams to ensure that contracts are structured in a way that is financially beneficial to the company
• You will work collaboratively with other members of the finance team to ensure that financial reports are accurate and up-to-date
• You will provide guidance and support to junior analysts as needed

Benefits: Los Angeles

• Competitive salary
• “Use What You Need” time away from work policy
• Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, and life insurance
• Health care and dependent care FSA
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Support program for new parents
• Fun, passionate and skilled co-workers

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 Anime fans have access to one of the largest collections of licensed anime through Crunchyroll and translated in multiple languages for viewers worldwide. Viewers can also access simulcasts — top series available immediately after Japanese broadcast. 

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