Royalty Coordinator

Royalty Coordinator

About Us:

Peermusic is the world’s largest independent music publisher, with a global presence spanning 39 offices in 32 countries and managing over 1 million copyrights. Founded over 95 years ago by Ralph S. Peer, we are dedicated to advocating for songwriters and the music publishing industry, ensuring that creators receive fair compensation for their work. Our diverse catalog includes a wide range of musical genres and styles, reflecting our commitment to supporting artists from all backgrounds. Peermusic takes pride in its deep-rooted history and ongoing efforts to champion the value of music and the rights of those who create it.

Job Summary:

We are looking for a detail-oriented and passionate Royalty Coordinator to join our Global Royalty Team in Burbank, California. In this role, you will assist with royalty processing across our international network, ensuring the accurate calculation, collection, and distribution of royalties for our diverse roster of artists, songwriters, and catalog partners.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain relationships with U.S. and international clients, addressing royalty-related inquiries.
• Perform accurate data entry for manual and electronic royalty statements.
• Track and obtain missing statements to ensure timely processing.
• Assign royalty accounts and make necessary adjustments.
• Deliver client statements semi-annually and quarterly, meeting all deadlines.
• Conduct research to ensure accurate royalty postings.
• Analyze large data sets and create meaningful reports.
• Maintain and archive department files.
• Handle various ad-hoc projects and reports as needed.
• Meet all deadlines and complete other tasks assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Music Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• At least 1 year of experience in royalties, accounting, or finance.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel (VLOOKUP, SUMIF, PivotTables).
• Familiarity with royalty contracts, calculations, and software is a plus.

Skills:

• Strong analytical skills and comfort with financial data.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to prioritize in a dynamic environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Quick learner who can retain detailed information.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Team-oriented mindset with a collaborative approach.

Why Join Us:

• Be part of a passionate team in the music industry.
• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Supportive, collaborative work environment.

How to Apply:

Submit your resume and cover letter to bleger@peermusic.com with the subject line “Royalty Coordinator Application – [Your Name].”