Overview

 Associate Manager – Woodland Hills, 91367, United States of America 

How we LEAD:

We are currently seeking to fill the role of Associate Manager.  In this role, you will be responsible for all aspects of account management including income tracking, creating and managing artist accounts to ensure that we are accurately reporting royalties and participations to artists and third parties in accordance with the applicable agreements and licenses.  You will also be responsible for accuracy in monthly royalty expenses and accruals, cash forecasting and partnering with label management on artists projects. 

This position affords the right candidate exposure to all aspects of royalty and participation reporting and to many key players in the business space.  The right candidate will have a passion for music and be hungry to learn and grow in the business of music.

How you’ll CREATE:

  • Review and administer statements for artists and third-party participants.

  • Communicate with various parties (internal and external) to obtain contracts and verify participation splits to ensure all obligations are executed in accordance with contract terms and understandings of all contractual parties.

  • Review contracts and briefs prepared by Business Affairs for accounting obligations.

  • Support UMG Finance with Royalties Financial reporting. 

  • Answer all daily inquiries from internal and external clients in a timely and professional manner.

  • Perform monthly analysis of expenses for key accounts to ensure they are in line with contract terms.  Prepare and post corrections to the relevant systems.

  • Other duties as assigned

Bring your VIBE:

Skills/Abilities:

  • Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills with attention to detail

  • Self-motivated

  • Must be able to prioritize work and meet deadlines with little oversight

  • Work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and OneNote

  • Ability to learn new concepts quickly and efficiently

  • Accountability for deliverables

  • Collaborative nature

  • Commitment to work overtime as required

Experience:

  • Minimum 3 years work experience preferred

  • Experience with recording contracts and royalty accounting preferred.

  • Experience with participations or residuals.

  • Experience with Financial Accounting (including journal entry preparation and accruals)

Education:

  • Qualification (four-year college degree or certificate) in Music Business, Accounting or Finance or equivalent work experience is preferred.

 

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