Royalties Auditor: Lead End-to-End Compliance

KennedyPearce Consulting; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

KennedyPearce are hiring a Royalties Auditor to join a growing team responsible for royalty compliance across a portfolio of well-known international brands.

This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting or audit professional to take ownership of royalty audits from planning through to completion, working closely with internal teams, clients and licensees to identify discrepancies, ensure contractual compliance and maximise royalty revenues.

Qualifications

• Experience in audit, financial accounting or royalty auditing.
• Professional qualification such as ACA/ACCA is advantageous.
• Strong analytical ability to review financial information and identify discrepancies.
• Excellent attention to detail and methodical problem solving.
• Ability to manage audits independently and communicate findings clearly.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end royalty audit process from planning to reporting and resolution.
• Conduct licensee audits ensuring compliance with contractual terms.
• Develop and manage audit plans tailored to clients and brands.
• Oversee audits across a portfolio of major brands.
• Analyse royalty statements and supporting documents to identify discrepancies and underpayments.
• Prepare clear audit reports outlining findings and financial implications.
• Collaborate with internal teams, clients and licensees to resolve findings and support settlements.
• Liaise with legal and royalty management teams to understand contractual obligations.

Skills

Audit experience

Financial analysis

Royalty auditing

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Professional qualification (ACA/ACCA)

Job description

KennedyPearce are hiring a Royalties Auditor to join a growing team responsible for royalty compliance across a portfolio of well-known international brands.

This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting or audit professional to take ownership of royalty audits from planning through to completion, working closely with internal teams, clients and licensees to identify discrepancies, ensure contractual compliance and maximise royalty revenues.