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Remote Book Publishing Production Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Prior experience in book publishing or media/entertainment * Experience with royalty systems ... This position is classified as remote but is tied to our New York, NY office located at 120 ...

Sr Accountant, Royalty

Austin, TX · On-site +1

$108K/yr

Prior experience in book publishing or media/entertainment * Experience with royalty systems ... This position is classified as remote but is tied to our New York, NY office located at 120 ...

Senior Marketing Manager

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

$86K - $91K/yr

... book publishing or related field (previous title marketing experience strongly preferred ... This position is classified as remote but is tied to our New York, NY office located at 120 ...

Contracts Manager

$71K - $80K/yr

Approximately 5-8 years' book publishing contracts experience (in-house or at a literary agency ... This position is classified as remote but is tied to our New York, NY office located at 120 ...

Production Manager

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

$70K/yr

... for book components, text printing and binding; trafficking production materials; and managing ... This position is classified as remote but is tied to our New York, NY office located at 120 ...

... book production within publishing * 6+ years of recent proven leadership and team management experience * Bible manufacturing experience preferred but not required Education * College degree or ...

Senior Designer

$56K - $70K/yr

From concept development to final production, you'll create compelling book covers, Bible covers ... This is a full-time remote opportunity. Although preferred locations are Nashville, TN or Grand ...

Sr Designer, MCPG

$70K - $85K/yr

... the publishing industry * Knowledge of technical process of book production and printing * An ... This position is classified as remote but is tied to our New York, NY office located at 120 ...

Sr Designer, MCPG

Austin, TX · On-site +1

$70K - $85K/yr

... the publishing industry * Knowledge of technical process of book production and printing * An ... This position is classified as remote but is tied to our New York, NY office located at 120 ...

Public Affairs Specialist

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$121K - $158K/yr

... book and magazine editors and publishers, maritime and military publications, the maritime trade ... Drafting and reviewing communication products intended for the news media, social media and/or the ...

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How much do remote book publishing production jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote book publishing production in the United States is $95,888.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $82,000.00 and $111,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Book Publishing Production vs Remote Book Editing?

AspectRemote Book Publishing ProductionRemote Book Editing
Primary RoleManaging the production process, including layout, design, and printing coordinationReviewing and editing content for clarity, grammar, and style
Required SkillsProject management, technical knowledge of publishing tools, attention to detailStrong editing skills, language proficiency, attention to detail
Work EnvironmentCollaborates with designers, printers, and authors remotelyWorks closely with authors and writers remotely to refine content
Industry UsageCommon in publishing houses, freelance production rolesCommon in editorial and freelance editing roles

Remote Book Publishing Production focuses on managing the entire production process of a book, ensuring it moves smoothly from manuscript to print. Remote Book Editing centers on refining and improving the manuscript's content. Both roles require strong communication skills and familiarity with publishing tools, but they differ in responsibilities and focus areas.

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Infographic showing various Remote Book Publishing Production job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 18% Full Time, and 82% Part Time. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $95,888 per year, or $46.1 per hour.
Sr Accountant, Royalty

Sr Accountant, Royalty

Macmillan

Manhattan, NY • On-site, Remote

$108K/yr

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago


Job description

Macmillan Publishers is seeking a Senior Royalty Accountant to join our Accounting team. Reporting to the Manager, Royalty Accounting, this role supports royalty accounting across both our US Trade and Macmillan Learning divisions, with a focus on general ledger accuracy, reconciliation, and participation in key system and process improvement initiatives.

What You'll Do:

  • Perform royalty accounting close activities including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis for US Trade and Macmillan Learning
  • Reconcile royalty sub-ledger balances to the SAP general ledger and investigate and resolve discrepancies
  • Support ongoing process enhancement work related to royalty document type and GL coding issues arising from the Biblio environment
  • Assist with royalty system migrations and enhancements, including data validation, parallel testing, and reconciliation of balances during transition
  • Assist with audit support schedules and responses to external auditor requests in connection with annual financial statement audits
  • Assist with documentation of workflows, identifying control gaps, and implementing accounting process improvements
  • Interpret contract terms in coordination with Legal and Rights teams to ensure proper accounting treatment
  • Respond to internal stakeholder inquiries regarding royalty balances and accounting positions

What You'll Bring:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CPA candidate preferred
  • 4-6 years of accounting experience, preferably at least 2 years in royalty accounting or publishing
  • Expert proficiency in SAP, including GL posting, account reconciliation, and reporting
  • Advanced Excel skills, including experience managing and reconciling large data sets
  • Solid understanding of IFRS
  • Strong attention to detail with ability to manage multiple priorities under deadline
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional collaboration
  • Prior experience in book publishing or media/entertainment
  • Experience with royalty systems, particularly Vista and/or Fadel (IPM), Biblio
  • Familiarity with system migration and data conversion projects
  • Experience supporting Big Four audit engagements

The salary for this role is $108,000.

This position is classified as remote but is tied to our New York, NY office located at 120 Broadway. Employment is subject to New York State tax withholding under applicable regulations. 

Macmillan Publishers is the U.S. trade company that is part of the Holtzbrinck Publishing Group, a large family-owned group of media companies headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany. Holtzbrinck Publishing Group's publishing companies include prominent imprints around the world that publish a broad range of award-winning books for children and adults in all categories and formats.

U.S. publishers include Celadon Books, Farrar, Straus and Giroux, Flatiron Books, Henry Holt & Company, Macmillan Audio, Macmillan Children’s Publishing Group, The St. Martin's Publishing Group, and Tor Publishing Group. In the UK, Australia, India, and South Africa, companies in the Holtzbrinck Publishing Group publish under the Pan Macmillan name. The German publishing company, Holtzbrinck Deutsche Buchverlage, includes among its imprints S. Fischer, Kiepenheuer & Witsch, Rowohlt, and Droemer Knaur.

Macmillan is proud to be an equal opportunity employer consistently striving to foster a culture where everyone belongs. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and identities. Qualified applicants are evaluated without regard to race, color, religion, age, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, physical ability, neurodiversity, genetic information, protected veteran status, family and economic status and background or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We prohibit discrimination of any kind and will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.