Royalty Manager

Royalty Manager

If you're looking to grow your career at a company where creativity meets legacy, ABRAMS is the place for you. As a trailblazer in illustrated publishing since 1949, ABRAMS continues to set the standard for beautifully crafted books across art, design, culture, and children's literature. As we continue to bring exceptional books to readers around the world, we're seeking a Royalty Manager to join our Finance Team!

The Royalty Manager is responsible for managing and overseeing all aspects of royalty calculations, payments, and reporting for authors, illustrators, and other stakeholders. This role requires a strong understanding of royalty agreements, attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and timely processing of royalty statements.

What you'd be doing:

• Accurately calculate royalties based on contractual agreements.
• Process royalty payments in a timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with royalty terms and conditions specified in contracts.
• Prepare and distribute royalty statements to authors, illustrators, and agents.
• Maintain detailed records of royalty payments and calculations.
• Generate regular and ad-hoc royalty reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Review and interpret royalty clauses in publishing contracts.
• Ensure all royalty terms are correctly implemented in royalty calculations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for royalty-related inquiries from authors, agents, and internal teams.
• Provide clear and concise explanations of royalty statements and payments.
• Address and resolve any discrepancies or issues related to royalty calculations and payments.
• Assist with internal and external audits related to royalty payments.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and legal requirements in royalty processing.
• This position is the functional owner of the royalty software (currently IPM) and will be required to perform UAT (user acceptance testing) for periodic software updates and act as the subject matter expert for future system enhancements, including integrations with other key finance systems.
• Provide day-to-day supervision, training, and professional development for an entry-level Royalties team member, fostering a collaborative, high-performing team environment while ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of royalty operations.
• Manage and prepare off-system royalty calculations for brand licensors and key authors related to subrights revenue.
• Accurately calculate royalty earnings outside of the royalty management system in accordance with contractual agreements.
• Review and validate subrights income and supporting documentation to ensure accurate royalty reporting.
• Maintain detailed records and audit trails for all off-system royalty calculations.
• Collaborate with Finance, Contracts, and Subrights teams to resolve royalty discrepancies and payment questions.
• Ensure royalty calculations comply with contractual terms, internal policies, and reporting deadlines.
• Prepare schedules and supporting documentation for royalty payments and financial reconciliations.
• Identify opportunities to improve the accuracy and efficiency of off-system royalty processes.
• Respond to internal and external inquiries regarding royalty calculations and payment details.
• Support royalty audits by providing documentation and analysis related to off-system calculations.

We're looking for someone who has:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in royalty management, accounting, or finance within the publishing industry.
• Experience with IPM software preferred.
• Knowledge of current industry trends and best practices in royalty management.
• Strong understanding of royalty agreements and publishing contracts.
• Proficiency in royalty management software and financial systems.
• Excellent analytical and mathematical skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data processing.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

This position is in New York, NY, and follows a hybrid work schedule, requiring in-office presence three days per week.

Base salary range for this position is ($80,000 - $85,000) per year. The final offer will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications.

What We Offer:

• Generous paid holidays and Summer Fridays.
• Company-paid year-end office closure between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day each year.
• Comprehensive health benefits, including short-term and long-term disability.
• Retirement savings (401k) and life insurance.
• Vacation, Personal, and Sick time off.

About ABRAMS

Founded in 1949 as the first U.S. publisher to specialize in art and illustrated books, ABRAMS has a long-standing reputation for publishing visually stunning, critically acclaimed, and bestselling works. Today, ABRAMS continues to lead in the creation and distribution of high-quality books across a wide range of categories—including art, photography, design, fashion, entertainment, cooking, craft, and popular culture—as well as award-winning children's and young adult titles under imprints such as Abrams Books for Young Readers, Amulet Books, and Abrams Appleseed.

Headquartered in the creative heart of New York City, ABRAMS is home to a passionate team of editors, designers, marketers, and publishing professionals who bring bold ideas to life in collaboration with celebrated authors, artists, chefs, photographers, and cultural icons. Our books are distributed globally and have helped shape conversations in classrooms, kitchens, museums, and living rooms around the world.

ABRAMS is deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion—both in the stories we publish and in the culture we foster. Through programs like the ABRAMS Amplify Award, we uplift and support underrepresented voices in children's publishing. Internally, we promote inclusive hiring practices and an environment where employees of all identities, backgrounds, and lived experiences are encouraged to bring their full selves to work.

At ABRAMS, creativity, integrity, and collaboration are the foundation of everything we do. If you're inspired by books that make a difference and want to be part of a team that values art, impact, and inclusion, we invite you to join us. Learn more at abramsbooks.com.