Position Overview

Skillsoft is seeking a talented Revenue and Royalty Administrator to join our Revenue Operations team.

This position will have complete involvement in all aspects of the administration, recording and forecasting of revenue and royalties.  The successful candidate will work independently within established parameters, while providing timely and thorough communication with Sales, Finance and external customers.

Position Responsibilities

Responsible for identifying software revenue recognition compliance and accounting issues during and after contract negotiation process

Ensure compliance with Skillsoft financial policies regarding revenue recognition

Responsible for worldwide revenue processing, reporting and forecasting

Responsible for worldwide royalty processing, reporting and forecasting

Track and analyze periodic milestones and acceptance, and ensure proper revenue recognition

Track and analyze reseller reports, and ensure proper revenue recognition

Work with Domestic and International finance teams to reconcile revenue, deferred revenue and royalty journals

Assist in the audit review of the Sarbanes Oxley compliance by third party and internal audit

Responsible for revenue requests during quarterly financial audit and all audit confirms

Respond to royalty partner questions regarding reports and payments

Create and utilize automated tools for the updating, analyzing, reporting and forecasting of revenue and royalties

Desired Skills and Experience

Customer Focused – personally demonstrated that both external and internal customers are a high priority by identifying, and responding to their needs in a timely and efficient manner

Initiative – Recognizes opportunities and initiates actions to capitalize on them by looking for a new and productive ways to make an impact

Innovative Thinking – Embraces and champions new ideas and encourages others to do likewise

Building Organizational Commitment – Demonstrates commitment, loyalty and appreciation for the organization.   Conveys a high-level of concern for all employees, while helping to ensure that both their needs and those of the organization are met

3-5 years of experience in a revenue accounting role

1-2 years of experience in a royalty administrator role

Strong knowledge of SOP 97-2 and 98-9

Advanced Excel experience

Microsoft Office, email and web-based tools

Excellent communication and organizational skills

Accurately process high volume transactions in fast paced environment

Highly attentive to detail

Strong problem solving skills

Ability to multi task, work independently

Ability to work in a team environment

Education and Certifications

BS in Finance/Accounting or equivalent experience