Job Description
About ASCAP
The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) is a membership association of more than 900,000 songwriters, composers and music publishers, and represents some of the world’s most talented music creators. Founded and governed by songwriters and composers, it is the only performing rights organization in the U.S. that operates as a not-for-profit. ASCAP licenses a repertory of over 18 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 Twitter and Instagram @ASCAP and on Facebook.
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Job Overview:
The Royalty Accounting Analyst will work as part of our Accounting & Finance team. Reporting to the Director and Head of Royalty Accounting and Operations, you will help 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 and assist with financial budgeting & forecast reporting, with a focus on royalty operations
- Keep current with external/internal market & 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 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 a related field (Accounting, Finance, Mathematics, or Economics)
- 1 – 2 years of prior, relevant experience
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
- Immediate eligibility for 401(k) participation with an employer provided match
- An additional Employer paid retirement savings program regardless of your participation in the 401(k) Plan
- Generous time-off policy
- 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
- Supplemental and dependent life insurance options
Please be aware that ASCAP is not a nut-free or other allergen-free workplace.
As a condition of employment, ASCAP requires all employees to be fully vaccinated (including a first booster, when eligible) against COVID-19. ASCAP will make reasonable accommodations for those who are unable to obtain a COVID-19 vaccination, where required by federal, state and local law, and in accordance with ASCAP’s policies.
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.
Occasional travel for in-person meetings may be required.
The anticipated base salary range for this position is $60,000.00 to $65,000.00 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.