Kurt Diwa

Sr Revenue Accounting Analyst @Activision Blizzard

Santa Monica, CA, US

Licensing and Digital Revenues Work closely with various Distribution Licensing and Partners, as well as internal Digital Finance and Sales teams to ensure timely and accurate reporting of sales data; perform analysis to explain variances between estimates and actuals. Manage, review and document terms of digital distribution/licensing agreements and statements; assess proper revenue recognition treatment in accordance with US GAAP and company policy. Coordinate with AR staff to ensure timely/accurate billing and collection. Prepare and maintain account reconciliations and detailed schedules. Create custom analyses/reports as needed.Period Close and Forecast Cycle Activities Prepare journal entries, allocations, and adjustments to ensure proper recording of revenue in support of the period end close activities. Complete general ledger reconciliations and follow-up on outstanding reconciling items. Compile presentation materials for internal management reporting. Analyze revenue results compared to estimates and historical trends. Work with various cross functional teams regarding proposed or current revenue transactions. Develop and maintain strong internal controls over revenue transactions and reporting. Recommend changes to reports & processes to improve efficiency and accuracy. Support the internal/external audit teams to ensure information is provided in a timely, efficient & accurate manner. Prepare audit schedules to ensure licensing and digital revenue related questions are effectively addressed.Special Projects Participate in special projects; recommend and implement improved policies & procedures to ensure revenue and expenses are appropriately recorded. Assist with testing of upgrades and/or enhancements to global ERP system. Crosstrain on other revenue-related tasks including processing revenue deferrals, data gathering & analysis of retail channel sell-thru units, preparation of Non-GAAP to GAAP reconciliation schedules.

University of California, Irvine

Bachelor's Degree

Mira Mesa High School

High School Diploma

University of California, Irvine

Bachelor's Degree

UC San Diego Extended Studies

Specialized Certificate in Business Intelligence Analysis