Accounts Receivable Analyst

Get to know The Pokémon Company International

The Pokémon Company International, a subsidiary of The Pokémon Company in Japan, manages the property outside of Asia and is responsible for brand management, licensing, marketing, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the animated TV series, home entertainment, and the official Pokémon website. Pokémon was launched in Japan in 1996 and today is one of the most popular children's entertainment properties in the world.

Learn more online at corporate.pokemon.com and pokemon.com.

Get to know the role

• Job Title: Accounts Receivable Analyst
• Job Summary: The Analyst will review and analyze sales orders scheduled for release daily by communicating and managing sales order credit hold case folders. The position is also responsible for the timely collection and reconciliation of non-licensing AR accounts.
• FLSA Classification (US Only): Exempt
• People Manager: No

What You Will Do

• Accurately prepare and post AR invoices, payments, credit memos and journal entries in our ERP system daily. This includes issuing non-inventory related invoices and credit memos, applying non-Licensing AR cash payments, and sending live checks received at the office to the bank as needed. Exercise of discretion and judgment is expected throughout this work stream
• Review sales orders submitted for release daily to ensure account within credit terms and limit. Exercise discretion and judgment to make recommendation on order release or holds to manager. Communicate order holds and rectifying actions to account holder and internal business partners
• Work independently and closely with the customers to complete timely collection and reconciliations of non-licensing AR accounts. This may include, but not limited to, exercising discretion and judgment to assess customer requests. Generate and provide weekly statements to International Distributors
• Review non-licensing account inquiries. Independently research and recommend resolutions to customers. Exercise judgment to escalate issues to management as needed
• Administer legacy tournament award winner program
• Work in collaboration with the Sales Accounting Team to ensure accurate and timely invoicing of our consignment business partners, monitor and reconcile open AR balances, and follow up on outstanding invoices and resolve any discrepancies
• Lead completion of month end / year end closing processes to ensure that all non-licensing AR transactions are reconciled and posted in the ERP system by the end of the assigned AR period closing date (Generally EOD 1st business day of month), and all non-licensing cash has been posted and reconciled for the period
• Maintain state sales tax exemption / resale certificates for all domestic Distributors, Direct Retailers & PTO’s
• Work independently and closely with internal teams
• Other projects as assigned

What You Will Bring

• 7 or more years of experience in the Accounts Receivable field
• Bachelor’s degree in business/accounting or relevant work experience
• Institute of Finance & Management Accounts Receivable Specialist certification preferred
• Experience with Oracle or other ERPs
• Experience with International transactions and currencies
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task projects
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and accounting software applications
• Ability to work independently and as a team member

Base Salary Range: For this role, new hires generally start between $93,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year. The full range is $93,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year. This range is applicable for the labor market where the role is intended to be hired. The final base salary is directly related to the candidate’s qualifications and professional experience uniquely.

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How you’ll be successful

• Passion for Pokémon: Develops an understanding of the Pokémon brand, the impact it has on our people, culture, business, fans, and communities, and applying that knowledge and passion to everything you do.
• Challenging the Expected: Approaches challenges with curiosity and creativity, embracing the possibility of failure as an opportunity to learn something new, develop innovative ideas, solve complex problems and identify unique opportunities.  
• Integrity and Respect: Demonstrates integrity and respect by leading with empathy, listening to others, seeking out different perspectives, and taking personal responsibility for decisions, actions, and results.
• Dedicated to Quality: Takes ownership to maintain and promote high standards, looks for new ways to learn and improve, and embraces a growth mindset to seek and apply feedback from others in an effort to continuously improve. 
• Building Relationships: Develops and strengthens relationships, adopting a “team first” mentality and working collaboratively to solve problems and meet shared goals.  
• Delighting Customers: Listens and understands the interests and needs of our customers and stakeholders, making them feel heard and important, and embracing these learnings to continue delivering a unique Pokémon experience.

What to expect

• An innovative culture driven by impact, delivering meaningful outcomes.
• Company events that celebrate the spirit of Pokémon.
• Competitive cash-based compensation programs.
• 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums for you.
• Generous paid family leave.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Employer-paid long and short-term income protection insurance.
• US Employees: 401k Employer Matching.
• UK/IRE/MX Employees: Pension Employer Contributions.
• Fitness reimbursement.
• Commuter benefit.
• LinkedIn learning.
• Comprehensive relocation package for certain roles.
• Hybrid work environment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this role. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. For roles in the United Kingdom, candidates will need the right to work. In some cases, and for some roles, the Company may be able to arrange a visa. For roles in Ireland, this role requires candidates to have the right to live and work in the Republic of Ireland. However, we welcome applications from all nationalities and may consider supporting an employment permit application, in appropriate and suitable cases.

The Pokémon Company International is committed to the inclusion of all qualified applicants for consideration in our job application process. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview, or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at accommodationrequest_ta@pokemon.com.