What are the responsibilities and job description for the Music Royalty Analyst position at Gelfand Rennert & Feldman?
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. About Focus Financial Partners Focus is a leading partnership of fiduciary wealth management and related financial services firms. Focus provides access to best practices, greater resources, and continuity planning for its affiliated advisory firms, which serve individuals, families, employers, and institutions with comprehensive financial services. Focus firms and their clients benefit from the solutions, synergies, scale, economics, and best practices offered by Focus to achieve their business objectives.
