Music - Royalty Analyst

NKSFB, LLC is the largest business management firm in the country, with more than 600 employees working from seven offices in the Los Angeles and New York City areas. We work alongside the world’s top artists in music, film, and television, as well as athletes, executives, entrepreneurs, and other high achievers, offering a sophisticated range of concierge-style services to meet their lifestyle management needs.

Job Title:  Royalty Analyst

Reports To:  Royalty Manager

FLSA Status:  Non Exempt

Department:  Royalty

Your Role:

The Business Management team in Encino is hiring the next Royalty Analyst to join our dynamic group of music expert professionals. The ideal candidate assists all areas of royalty administration, including, but not limited to record label administration, licensing, royalty statement analysis, and audit analysis support

What Will You Do?

Prepare complex artist, producer, profit participation, and mechanical statements under the direction of the manager

Prepare income allocation schedules under the direction of the manager 

Prepare analytical reports under the direction of the manager 

Review of contracts and licenses to ensure that reported royalties are accurate 

Meet hard reporting deadlines while maintaining a professional attitude under pressure 

Other royalty-related duties and projects as assigned

What Do You Need to Succeed?

Advanced proficiency in Excel (Formulas, Macros, Pivot Tables and Linking)

Accounting/royalty experience in the music industry is a plus

Knowledge of Record Maestro and Music Maestro a plus

Strong analytical skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure in a fast‐paced environment

Ability to work independently

Ability to multi‐task and handle multiple priorities at any given time

Ability to keep information confidential

Familiarity with royalty contracts and royalty calculations preferred

Must be very organized and detail-oriented

Highly motivated and with a desire to work in a team environment

Education / Experience:

Minimum of 3 years of music royalties experience required, with 2 years of supervisory experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Business strongly preferred

Royalty audit experience a plus

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Standing, walking, crouching, and regular lifting up to 15 pounds.

Frequent use of hands and reaching with hands and arms.

Regularly talking, hearing, seeing, and sitting.

Moderate to loud noise level.

Salary Range: The salary range for this role is $60,000 - $75,000 and represents the firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent upon a number of factors, including but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant experience, qualifications, and location. 

What We Offer: NKSFB offers a great variety of benefits and perks to our employees. Some of these include:

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Flexible Spending Account

Basic Life and AD&D

Voluntary Life and AD&D

Long Term Disability

Voluntary Critical Illness and Cancer, Hospital Indemnity and Accident Coverage

Genetic Screening and Cancer Support

Pet Insurance

Accrue 15 PTO days annually

401k, Match, and Profit Sharing Plan

10 Paid Holidays and 1 Floating Holiday

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

NKSFB, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion. If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you need a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for this position, please contact us at [email protected].

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