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Royalties Management Specialist

AT EBSCO Information Services
EBSCO Information Services

Royalties Management Specialist

Remote

EBSCO Information Services (EBSCO) delivers a fully optimized research experience, seamlessly integrated with a powerful discovery platform to support the information needs and maximize the research experience of our end-users. Headquartered in Ipswich, MA, EBSCO employs more than 2,700 people worldwide, with most embracing hybrid or remote work models. As an AI-enabled service leader, we thrive on innovation, forward-thinking strategies, and the dedication of our exceptional team. At EBSCO, we're driven to inspire, empower and support research. Our mission is to transform lives by providing reliable and relevant information - when, where and how people need it. We're seeking dynamic, creative individuals whose diverse perspectives will help us achieve this global, inclusive mission. Join us to help make an impact.

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Your Opportunity

Leads the Calculation Process to ensure Royalites are calculated in accordance with the signed agreements, and that payments & reports are delivered to our publisher partners in a timely and accurate manner.

This remote position is U.S.-based only (excluding U.S. territories)

What You'll Do

  • Calculate Royalties to be paid to the licensed publishers on a quarterly basis
  • Review, update and analyze contract details within the EBSCO Publishing Royalty System (EPRS), Minimum Guarantee information, and Contract Management System (CMS) CMS vs. EPRS comparison (%s & rules) to ensure contractual requirements are accounted for
  • Monitor contract restrictions and royalty savings initiatives: Min FTValues, product restrictions, lost rights, flat rate titles
  • Review revenue income by product. Confirm all products with Fulltext content and Earned Revenue are generating royalties (note products handled by other teams)
  • Run royalty reports and projection estimates for Managers on as needed basis
  • Generate Quarterly Missing VID list(s) to send to accounting (upload to the Vendor DB, update EPRS status)
  • Send payment notices received daily to publishers
  • Send Quarterly Batch checks and wire notifications (requires quarterly visit to the Ipswich campus)

Your Team

You will be welcomed as a member of the Royalties-CL Team (of 4 people) and the larger Content Licensing Strategy & Operations organization. Our team enjoys the flexibility and greater work life balance working remotely offers. There will be ample resources, tools, training, and support to ensure your success as a Royalties Management Specialist and your development and career growth at EIS.

About You

  • 2 years' experience with royalty administration, accounting, or data analysis
  • Proven experience in an analytical role, interpreting complex data, and identifying trends
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced formulas, data manipulation, reporting) is essential, and experience with data analysis tools
  • Bachelors Degree

What sets you apart

  • SQL Server soft coding experience
  • Experience with recording contracts and royalty accounting/administration is beneficial
  • MS Access Power Query: Importing, cleaning, and transforming data from various sources.
  • Ability to travel to the Ipswich office quarterly to process payments.

Pay Range

USD $53,850.00 - USD $76,925.00 /Yr.

The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, education, training, and experience, as well as the position's work location.

EBSCO provides a generous benefits program including:

-Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance and Flexible spending accounts
-Retirement Savings Plan
-Paid Parental Leave
-Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)
-Mentoring program
And much more! Check it out here: https://www.ebsco.com/about/benefits

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, sex, pregnancy status, age, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local law.

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Job ID: EBSCO-2025-1762
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
  • Professional Development

    • Internship Program
    • Mentor Program