Universal Music Group
Music
RoyaltyAccountant
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“Royalty Accountant at Universal Music Group. Skills: Royalty accounting, Financial operations, Reporting. Prepare royalty statements. Process royalty advances”
Industry & Context.
Discrepancy resolution; Process improvement identification
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
3 years in finance or accounting
Nice to Have
Degree or diploma in Accounting, Music industry experience
What You'll Do.
Prepare royalty statements
Process royalty advances
Submit income schedules
Record royalty cash receipts
Reconcile royalty cash receipts
Capture revenue streams
Report revenue streams
Resolve discrepancies
Engage clients on payments
Coordinate with licensing
Track songwriter advances
Identify payment triggers
Identify contractual options
Release works from Suspense Account
Identify songs from incomplete listings
Ensure proper tax treatment
Ensure proper documentation
Compute creditable withholding tax
Issue creditable withholding tax forms
Maintain documentation
Adhere to internal control policies
Maintain audit trails
Assist in audit requirements
Prepare reconciliations for audits
Prepare schedules for audits
Prepare supporting documents for audits
Assist Publishing Head
Generate reports for Finance
Generate reports for Legal
Generate reports for Global Publishing
Identify process improvements
Enhance royalty reporting efficiency
Enhance royalty analysis efficiency
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Global Admin; Licensing department; Finance teams; Legal teams; Global Publishing teams
Communication Scope
Verbal communication; Written communication
Full Job Description
We are UMG, the Universal Music Group. We are the world’s leading music company. In everything we do, we are committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters, and we produce, distribute and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans around the world. UMPG is also a global leader in Classical & Screen, Christian/Gospel and Production Music. The company is the publisher of choices for film and TV studios, providing creative, sync licensing and administration services for companies including Universal Pictures, Warner Bros. Pictures, Lionsgate, MGM, Paramount, Disney Europe (and other territories), Viacom, Amazon, HBO, DreamWorks, DreamWorks Animation, Legendary Pictures, Mar Vista Entertainment, NBC and Sesame Workshop, among many others. **_Position Overview:_** We’re on the lookout for a **Royalty Accountant (6 months contract)** with a meticulous eye and a proactive attitude to help chart the course of our financial operations in our Publishing team in the Philippines. **You Will:** * Prepare and distribute precise half-yearly royalty statements for our esteemed songwriters and partners, ensuring transparency and trust. * Manage and process royalty advances, propelling our partners and songwriters along their creative journey. * Prepare and submit comprehensive monthly income schedules and statements to our Global Admin, contributing to our worldwide success. * Record, reconcile, and harmonize royalty cash receipts with precision and flair. * Ensure accurate capture and reporting of all revenue streams, swiftly resolving any discrepancies that arise. * Proactively review debtor lists and engage with clients to discuss payment statuses, maintaining positive relationships. * Coordinate seamlessly with the licensing department for efficient invoice generation. * Keep your finger on the pulse by tracking songwriter advances and identify critical t
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