Royalty Analyst / Accounts
VP Music Group Inc
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This is a Full Time Job
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Royalty Analyst to join our team. This role supports the day-to-day operations of our Royalty department, with a focus on Artist and Mechanical royalties across multiple labels. The ideal candidate will interpret recording agreements, ensure accurate and timely royalty statements reporting, and manage suspense accruals and inquiries.
Please note: This is a music industry position. Prior experience with music royalties, publishing, or record label royalty accounting is strongly preferred. Candidates with general data analysis backgrounds but no music industry experience are unlikely to be a match for this role
Key Responsibilities:
Analyze and document royalty terms, product/track links to recording agreements.
Clear suspense accruals and pending calculations.
Reconcile third-party liability account balances, including samples, overrides, and other related items.
Prepare accurate and timely royalty statements (monthly, quarterly, semi-annual) in compliance with contractual obligations.
Review disputed contractual language and draft formal responses for Business Affairs, Legal, and A&R Administration.
Respond to artist and representative inquiries with professionalism and accuracy.
Support additional ad hoc projects and analyses as needed by the Royalties, Business Affairs, or Finance teams.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
1-3 years of experience in royalty accounting, financial analysis, or a related field.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
Experience analyzing data from multiple corporate systems.
Familiarity with royalty systems and music industry contracts is a plus.
Note: This is a full-time, on-site position based in our Queens, NY office.
M - F 9am - 6 pm Onsite Position
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Are you prevented from lawfully becoming employed in this country because of Visa or Immigration Status? (Proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required upon employment.)
What attracted you to apply for this position?
If applicable, why do you plan on leaving your current employer?
What is your availability to start if selected for this position?
What is your asking salary?
This is an on-site role in Queens, NY. Are you able to work full-time from that location?
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Have you used any royalty or financial systems? If yes, please name the systems you've worked with.
Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field?
Do you have experience responding to artist or representative inquiries related to royalty or payment issues?
Have you prepared or assisted with royalty statements (monthly, quarterly, or semi-annual)?
Please name the Record Labels, Artist Management Companies., or Music Publishers that you have worked at or interned at the past three years?
Are you familiar with the software Business Central
Are you familiar with the software Royalty Share?
Do you have any experience with any Accounting Software? If so, which ones and what is your level of proficiency with the software?
Do you have experience with any Royalty Software? If so, which ones and what is your level of proficiency with the software?
Are you familiar with the music industry? If so how many years experience do you have
How well do you know the legal aspects of the music industry?
How many years of relevant work experience do you have for this role?
Can you describe your experience analyzing royalty terms and linking products or tracks to recording agreements? (Please include the type of music or rights you worked with.)
How do you typically handle inquiries from artists or their representatives regarding royalty statements or payments?
Have you worked closely with internal teams like Business Affairs, Legal, or Finance? Describe a project where you supported multiple departments.
Do you have at least 1-3 years of experience in royalty accounting, financial analysis, or a related field?
Have you ever worked with music industry contracts or recording agreements? If yes, which types (e.g., artist, mechanical, publishing)?
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