Royalty Accounting Analyst

The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) is a membership association of more than one million songwriters, composers and music publishers, and represents some of the world’s most talented music creators. Founded and governed by songwriters, composers and publishers, it is the only performing rights organization in the U.S. that operates on a not-for-profit basis. ASCAP licenses a repertory of over 20 million musical works to hundreds of thousands of businesses that use music, including streaming services, cable television, radio and satellite radio and brick and mortar businesses such as retail stores, hotels, clubs, restaurants and bars. ASCAP collects the licensing fees; identifies, matches and processes trillions of performances every year; and returns nearly 90 cents of every dollar back to its members as royalties. The ASCAP blanket license offers an efficient solution for businesses to legally perform ASCAP music while respecting the right of songwriters and composers to be paid fairly. ASCAP puts music creators first, advocating for their rights and the value of music on Capitol Hill, driving innovation that moves the industry forward, building community and providing the resources and support that creators need to succeed in their careers. Learn more and stay in touch at www.ascap.com, on X and Instagram @ASCAP and on Facebook.

Job Description

The Royalty Accounting Analyst will work as part of our Accounting & Finance team. Reporting to the Manager of Royalty Accounting, you will assist with a variety of projects with a focus on analytics for ASCAP’s Royalty Operations team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the processing of all types of daily royalty transactions in accordance with established policies and procedures
• Assist in reconciling artist advances and recoupments with the Finance team, including reporting
• Assist with the collection and reporting of member tax information and unclaimed property compliance
• Handle inquiries and resolve member questions related to royalty issues, as required
• Assist in royalty distribution analytics and reporting for domestic and international distributions
• Work with the Royalty team on all automation initiatives and projects launched by the Technology team
• Work on royalty disbursements and coordinate with the Legal team on timely execution of payments to artists
• Prepare daily financial planning and reporting activities
• Assist with financial budgeting and forecast reporting, with a focus on royalty operations
• Keep current with external/internal market and competitive trends
• Monitor and track operating costs and revenue drivers
• Work on special projects, assigned as needed

Qualifications & Requirements

• High level of attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to work under time constraints
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Previous accounting, reconciliation, and analyst experience preferred
• Hyperion, Oracle, Great Plains, or other G/L experience a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• Knowledge of Salesforce CRM a plus
• 1 – 2 years of prior, target experience

Occasional travel for in-person meetings may be required.

Please be aware that ASCAP is not a nut-free or other allergen-free workplace.

Compensation/Benefits

Besides providing a unique and dynamic work environment, there are a few other reasons you should consider ASCAP in your career planning. We also offer generous benefit options that are comprehensive and provide the flexibility that most employees want and need. These health care and financial plan options include the following:

• A choice of either network-only provider medical and dental plans or more flexible medical and dental plans where you can see providers in or out-of-network
• Vision plan that offers both in and out-of-network provider options
• 401(k) Plan that offers pre-tax, Roth, and an after-tax employee contribution option which includes a company match.
• An additional employer paid discretionary profit share contribution, regardless of your participation in the 401(k) Plan
• Generous time-off policy
• 12 company holidays
• 16 hours to volunteer with ASCAP Notes the Cause Volunteer Program
• Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Short-term disability insurance/salary continuation and long-term disability insurance
• Company provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Employee gym discounts at select gyms
• Commuter benefits
• Voluntary pet health insurance
• Voluntary auto and homeowners insurance
• Voluntary employee, spouse, and dependent life insurance options
• Voluntary ID protection Coverage

ASCAP is an equal opportunity employer. All ASCAP employment decisions are made on the basis of individual qualifications and performance and not on the basis of race, national origin, ethnicity, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, genetic information, disability, handicap, color, creed, religion, veteran status, or any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $55,000 to $65,000 and will be determined on an individualized basis depending on several factors that are unique to each candidate including geographic location (due to differences in the cost of labor), skills, education and prior relevant experience.

Compensation: From $55,000 to $65,000 per year