Associate, Business Operations, Out of Print (Open to Remote)

Associate, Business Operations, Out of Print (Open to Remote) Are you a lover of great books and fantastic fan merchandise? Are you a highly organized and adaptable individual who wants to bring results-driven business solutions to the book-focused consumer goods market? We have the perfect job for you... Out of Print seeks a Business Operations Associate to join our fast-paced and innovative team, working with various operational tasks and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously. The Business Operations Associate will work closely with the VP & Director and partner with the finance, accounting, and inventory management teams to support the overall operational efficiency of the team. Out of Print’s mission is to celebrate the joy of reading by creating high-quality, stylish apparel and accessories. Designed with readers in mind, our products feature iconic book-related artwork and literary references to delight book lovers of all ages. Our shirts, totes, socks, and accessories allow readers to wear their favorite stories and share their love of reading with the world. Our ideal candidate is a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual capable of managing multiple responsibilities simultaneously. This role requires experience in basic administrative accounting and an understanding of the finance ecosystem. The candidate should be adept at handling urgent tasks while maintaining a strategic perspective, adjusting their approach as needed to achieve overall operational efficiency. This role requires the ability to proactively identify and address operational challenges, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. Please apply using our ATS system by July 22, 2024, and include your resume and cover letter for consideration. 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The Role: • Manage vendor relationships including onboarding, contract management, issue resolution, collecting and organizing documents from vendors, and maintaining accurate records • Coordinate accounts payable (AP) activities, including invoice processing, payment approvals, and vendor communication • Assist with accounts receivable (AR) coordination, including bank and cash receipt reconciliations • Manage product reconciliation (escheatment) process, including identifying and reporting unclaimed property • Review and approve ACH and wire transfer authorization requests • Manage royalty accruals, statements, and reporting, ensuring accurate calculations and timely payments to rightsholders • Prepare end-of-month (EOM) data and reporting with management • Import sales data from external system and reconcile with internal records • Record journal entries accurately in the financial system • Assist with budgeting activities, including data collection, analysis, and reporting The Essentials: • Minimum of 1 year of related prior experience required; prior experience in an operations, finance, or accounting role is a strong plus • Strong organizational and time management skills • Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record keeping • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other relevant software applications • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment The salary for this position is $53,000. All positions are currently eligible for annual profit award or bonus, subject to Company results. Penguin 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. Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program. Our range of benefits include, but are not limited to, Medical/Prescription drug insurance, Dental, Vision, Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Pre-Tax and Roth 401(k), Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life/AD&D Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Student Loan Repayment Program, Educational Assistance & generous paid time off. Penguin Random House is the leading adult and children's publishing house in North America, the United Kingdom and many other regions around the world. 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/. Penguin Random House values the array of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status. Company: Penguin Random House LLC Country: United States of America State/Region: New York City: New York Postal Code: 10019 Job ID: 272281 Date: Jul 15, 2024 Location: New York, NY, US, 10019 Nearest Major Market: Manhattan Nearest Secondary Market: New York City Job Segment: Book Publishing, Operations Manager, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Contract Manager, Publishing, Operations, Finance, Legal