Sr Analyst, Royalty Administration
Job Description
At Sony Music Publishing (“SMP”), we believe every voice matters. We are the #1 global music publisher, advancing the artistry of the world’s greatest songwriters and composers for over 25 years. We keep songwriters at the forefront of everything we do, and design our suite of services to amplify opportunities, build connections, and defend their rights. Our roster benefits from an international team committed to providing support at every career stage. From classic catalogues to contemporary hitmakers, history is always being written. We are a part of the Sony family of global companies. Learn more about SMP at https://www.sonymusicpub.com/en.
Why join Sony Music Group?
Here at Sony Music Group, we are shaping what’s next in a way that creates impact. Forging powerful new ideas at the heart of music, technology, and culture that entertain and move people.
This is your opportunity. Part of a global community, united by individual passion, rising to that challenge every day. Adapting at pace and supporting one another, inspired to influence the future. For the benefit of you, our people; our creators, our business, and wider society too.
Be a part of an organization that is creator first. Committed to fueling excellence and always imagining more, while fostering a supportive culture, one where we elevate each other and act responsibly.
Job Purpose: To provide business support to integral functions of the North American Royalty Administration team and others at SMP.
What You’ll Do:
Work on a high-performing team of motivated, passionate individuals who love what they do
Analyze and interpret royalty data to provide business intelligence to both our songwriters and internal colleagues including senior management, as well as our business partners. This includes but is not limited to:
Gather data from various systems and data sets to provide historical summaries and perform detailed analysis
Research and reporting for Business Affairs, Legal and Creative teams
Provide our songwriters and their teams with answers to their royalty questions
Analyze royalties to identify necessary adjustments, and facilitate adjustments in conjunction with royalty processing team and various other departments
Examine royalty data to identify fluctuations and variances; facilitate appropriate corrections
Calculate advances due
Work on and propose innovative projects, data solutions, and process optimization
Who You Are:
A professional with 7 years’ experience in royalty data and analytics; experience in Music Publishing would make you an ideal candidate
You can operate under tight deadlines, re-prioritizing tasks often as business demands change throughout the workday and workweek
SQL and Data Visualization experience, Advanced Excel skills desired
Experience in Jira a plus
You are comfortable and have experience working with senior level staff, external clients, colleagues, and business partners to provide customized service based on individual needs
You have a keen attention to detail and enjoy research, data analysis, and learning new technology
You are self-motivated and enjoy a semi-autonomous role where you have ownership and accountability for your individual work output
You propose innovative solutions to utilize technology to automate and improve efficiency in processes
You think critically, problem solve, and collaborate well with colleagues in other departments
You communicate verbally and in written form in a way that explains complex data in a clear, concise, and professional manner
7.5-hour business workday, but variations in work volume can require extended working hours based on business demands
Must be authorized to work in the United States
What We Give You:
Trust, autonomy, and empowerment from your manager and leadership team
An opportunity to propose new ideas, think outside the box, and suggest process improvements
A small, supportive team of colleagues who are passionate about serving our songwriters
You join an inclusive, collaborative and global community where you have the opportunity to fuel the creative journey
A modern office environment designed to foster productivity, creativity, and teamwork
An attractive and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life & disability coverage, and 401K + employer matching
Voluntary benefits like company-paid identity theft protection and resources for pets, mental health and meditation resources, industry-leading fertility coverage, fully paid leave for childbirth or bonding, fully paid leave for caregivers, programs for loved ones with developmental disabilities and neurodiversity, subsidized back-up child and elder care, and reimbursement for adoption, surrogacy, tuition and student loans
We invest in your professional growth & development
Time off for a winter recess.
Honesty, trustworthiness and ethical conduct are material requirements for the responsibilities outlined above.
Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), gender, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, military status, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or family status, genetic information, medical condition, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.
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