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In publishing the best books in every genre and subject for all ages, we are committed to quality, excellence in execution, and innovation throughout the entire publishing process: editorial, design, marketing, publicity, sales, production, and distribution. Our vibrant and diverse international community of nearly 300 publishing brands and imprints include Ballantine Bantam Dell, Berkley, Clarkson Potter, Crown, DK, Doubleday, Dutton, Grosset & Dunlap, Little Golden Books, Knopf, Modern Library, Pantheon, Penguin Books, Penguin Press, Penguin Random House Audio, Penguin Young Readers, Portfolio, Puffin, Putnam, Random House, Random House Children's Books, Riverhead, Ten Speed Press, Viking, and Vintage, among others. More information can be found at http://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/.\nJob Description\nWe are currently seeking an Accounting Assistant to join our Rights Management team. The Royalties Department represents a roster of award-winning and celebrated titles across an editorial breadth that includes quality nonfiction and literary and classic fiction.\nThe Royalties Accounting Assistant is an integral part of the author statement process and full execution of author payments and provides the opportunity to interact with editorial, subsidiary rights, international sales, managing editorial and finance departments.\nThe Role:\nMaintain and update profit share and royalties records in SAP (PRH Rights Management database) \nPerform analysis for profit share contracts to ensure that all advances, earnings and expenses are recorded timely and accurately \nPrepare and process profit share statement payments \nMaintain various profit share cost rate data tables \nLiaise with various departments to maintain accurate account information and resolve issues regarding statements, contracts or advances \nPost manual adjustments as needed to the general ledger \nPrepare ad hoc reports as requested \nQualifications\n1-2 years of experience in accounting or bookkeeping\nA self-starter with impeccable attention to detail \nIt is essential that the candidate possesses a proactive and self-governing approach to work, including a strong ability to problem solve autonomously \nAble to apply organizational methods and strategies to meet deadlines \nExcellent verbal and written communication skills \nHighly proficient in Microsoft Excel & MS Word and an avid interest and ability to learn new applications \nBusiness, finance and/or accounting background preferred; prior publishing experience is a plus \nAdditional Information\nThis is position is open to remote.\nSalary for this position is $55,000. Please apply using our online application process and include your résumé and cover letter. Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program.\nApplications for this role will be accepted through November 13 or until the role is filled. We encourage you to apply early, as we review applications on a rolling basis. Before applying for any role at Penguin Random House, we recommend you review ourapplicant resources pageand ourFAQs page.\nPenguin Random House job postings include a good faith compensation range for each open position. The salary range listed is specific to each particular open position and takes into account various factors including the specifics of the individual role, and candidate's relevant experience and qualifications.\nFull-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program. 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