Royalty Contract Services Specialist

Electronic Arts (EA); Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Electronic Arts in Hyderabad is seeking an experienced Analyst, Royalty to manage end-to-end royalty accounting, forecasting and payments across global contracts. You will review contracts, ensure timely payments and maintain accurate trackers, while leveraging AI tools to improve efficiency and controls.

You will collaborate with AP, Treasury, Tax and Business Development, and contribute to process improvements and SOP maintenance within a fast-paced, dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or Business Administration.
• 7-10 years of royalty accounting, AP, contract accounting or related finance operations.
• Experience with AP, payment processing, vendor reconciliation and financial controls.
• Understanding of GL accounting, journal entries, reconciliations and month-end activities is preferred.
• Ability to interpret contracts and translate terms into payment/accounting requirements.
• Experience with Oracle R12/ERP systems and strong MS Excel skills.
• Exposure to AI/automation tools and contract review is an advantage.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication and stakeholder-management skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities and provide cross-functional coverage.
• Flexibility to work based on Global business/process requirements.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end Royalty accounting, forecasting and payment activities, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and contractual compliance.
• Review contracts for key terms, payment requirements, and standard language, leveraging AI tools where applicable.
• Prepare royalty payments and submit for AP processing, including contract/vendor research and vendor-site validation.
• Manage and track activities using SharePoint (MS Planner, MS Lists) to keep deliverables on track.
• Maintain contract/payment trackers, reconciliations, and monthly reporting to provide insights and performance metrics.
• Build cross-functional knowledge across every stage of the process, focusing on royalty contracts management.
• Act as a process SME, supporting issue resolution, knowledge sharing, controls, and process improvements.
• Provide full process coverage during team members' time off or absences and support new hire training.
• Maintain and enhance SOPs and process/control documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams like AP, Treasury, Tax and Business Development.

Skills

Royalty accounting

Accounts payable (AP)

Contract accounting

Excel

Oracle R12/ERP

Financial controls

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Automation tools exposure

Month-end close

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or Business Administration

Tools

SharePoint

Job description

Job Description:

Description & Requirements

Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story. Part of a community that connects across the globe. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team where everyone makes play happen.

Job Title: Analyst, Royalty

Introduction to EA & India Centre:

Electronic Arts Inc. is a leading global interactive entertainment software company. EA develops, publishes, and distributes interactive software worldwide for video game systems, personal computers, wireless devices, and the Internet.

EA India’s office in Hyderabad supports game development activities for mobile gaming, console, online, and free-to-play casual game portal pogo.com. Two corporate functions operate shared services centers: IT – provides networks & and applications support whereas Finance supports purchase to pay, contract to pay, accounts receivables, revenue accounting, fixed assets accounting, procurement support, payroll & and FP&A.

Introduction to Function & Role:

The Global EA Royalty team (GEAR) manages all worldwide license and partner development contracts, pertaining to game development for all Studios, as well as third party and distribution contracts. GEAR’s direct internal business partners are Studio Finance, Corporate Finance, Financial Planning & Analysis, Business Development and Legal. The group manages over 700 contracts. Our mission is to affect profitable business strategy and to influence the adoption of best practices in license and developer agreements by designing and leading effective royalty processes and by providing timely insights. In this role, you’ll help maintain our partnerships with industry leaders and some of the world’s best-known brands. You'll gain broad exposure and hands-on experience across a variety of areas, building a well-rounded portfolio of skills.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end Royalty accounting, forecasting and payment activities, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and contractual compliance.
• Review contracts for key terms, payment requirements, and standard language, leveraging AI tools where applicable demonstrating required review capabilities.
• Prepare royalty payments and submit for AP processing, including contract/vendor research and appropriate vendor-site validation.
• Manage and track activities using tools in SharePoint (MS Planner, MS Lists) to keep deliverables on track.
• Maintain contract/payment trackers, reconciliations, and monthly reporting to provide key insights and performance metrics for the Global EA Royalty team.
• Build cross-functional knowledge across every stage of the process, giving you an understanding of EA’s business with a focus on royalty contracts management.
• Act as a process SME, supporting issue resolution, knowledge sharing, controls, and process improvements.
• Provide full process coverage during team members' time off or absences and support new hire training and peer reviews.
• Maintain and enhance SOPs and process/control documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams like AP, Treasury, Tax and Business Development.

Key Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or Business Administration.
• 7-10 years of relevant experience in Royalty Accounting, AP, contract accounting, or related finance operations.
• Strong knowledge of AP, payment processing, vendor reconciliation, and financial controls.
• Understanding of GL accounting, journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end activities preferred.
• Ability to interpret contracts and translate contractual terms into payment/accounting requirements.
• Experience with Oracle R12/ERP systems and strong MS Excel skills.
• Exposure to AI/automation tools and contract review is an advantage.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and provide cross-functional coverage.
• Flexibility to work based on Global business/process requirements.

About Electronic Arts

We’re proud to have an extensive portfolio of games and experiences, locations around the world, and opportunities across EA. We value adaptability, resilience, creativity, and curiosity. From leadership that brings out your potential, to creating space for learning and experimenting, we empower you to do great work and pursue opportunities for growth.

We adopt a holistic approach to our benefits programs, emphasizing physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life. Our packages are tailored to meet local needs and may include healthcare coverage, mental well-being support, retirement savings, paid time off, family leaves, complimentary games, and more. We nurture environments where our teams can always bring their best to what they do.

Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.