Music Royalty Analyst Job at Gelfand, Rennert & Feldman in New York

Position Summary

We are seeking a Music Royalty Analyst with ideally strong Excel skills to join our team of dedicated professionals. This position can be based out  New York City, or White Plains (NY). The Royalty Analyst is responsible for assisting the department in conducting compliance examinations on behalf of our entertainment clients and other rights holders.

Primary Responsibilities

Assist managers with music royalty audits of record companies, music publishers, and merchandising companies, on behalf of clients that include many Multi-Platinum and Grammy-winning artists, writers, and producers

Download and summarize royalty statements

Review and summarize music industry contracts (recording, publishing, etc.)

Combine and format large electronic datasets

Maintain organization of electronic files and folders

Analyze data to find underpayments of royalties and create claim schedules

Assist with fieldwork (currently done remotely)

Conduct Internet research

Other projects and duties as assigned

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree is required

Advanced proficiency in Excel, including Pivot Tables and formulas (such as VLOOKUP and SUMIF) – bonus points for experience with Power Pivot and Power Query

Solid interpersonal skills and other key soft skills (i.e., communication, time management, emotional intelligence, adaptability, active listening, critical-thinking, etc.)

A genuine interest in the music business and music royalties

The candidate must also :

Be a self-motivated and detail-oriented analytical thinker

Possess excellent verbal / written communication skills and reading comprehension

Understand basic mathematical and accounting principles

Work well independently and in a team environment

Be eager to learn new skills and concepts

Want to help creative artists

While not required, experience or education in the music business, particularly music royalties and music royalty audits are beneficial

About Gelfand, Rennert & Feldman

Founded in 1967, Gelfand, Rennert & Feldman ("GRF") is a leading full-service business management firm for an exclusive assortment of entertainers, executives and select high net worth individuals. Our 30 partners and over 600 staff members deliver comprehensive financial services in the fields of music, motion pictures, television, sports, literature, and other creative and performing arts. Our firm has offices in Los Angeles, New York City, Nashville, San Rafael, Wilmington, and London.

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This is a non-exempt, overtime eligible position. The annualized base pay range for this role is expected to be between $58,500 - $62,500. Actual base pay could vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, subject matter expertise, geographic location where work will be performed, and the applicant's skill set. The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include an annual bonus and a comprehensive benefits package. Candidate information, including education and work experience, is verified upon an offer of employment. Falsification of application information may be grounds for denying employment.

Gelfand, Rennert & Feldman is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Salary : $58,500 - $62,500