Analyst, Master Use Licensing

Warner Music Group is a global collective of music makers and music lovers, seeking an Analyst for their Master Use Licensing team. The Analyst will oversee recorded music licensing revenue processes, ensuring accurate processing, reporting, and analysis of revenues and expenses related to third-party licensing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the ‘other’ master use licensing revenue process for WMG, including accurately identifying and matching incoming payments to corresponding licensing deals; determining and obtaining the relevant statements; and closely supporting the various label licensing teams
• Research unidentified accountings using various internal resources and by contacting third-party licensees, clients, and/or other vendors; professionalism and discretion is a must
• Prepare monthly licensing entries to account for all domestic revenues received to allocate earnings from third-parties to the appropriate labels and artists
• Proactively research, resolve, and process aged, unallocated cash as related to ‘other’ master use licensing; collaborate closely with licensees and the label licensing teams to obtain necessary documentation in the event of refunds
• Prepare ad hoc licensing reports as related to ‘other’ master use licensing revenues, agreements, and royalty statements for various internal stakeholders as needed
• Support royalty audit teams in compiling documentation and other support required for audit fieldwork
• Perform various research projects as related to third-party licenses and payments as needed
• Assist with any other duties and tasks related to the team’s roles and responsibilities that may be assigned by senior management from time to time

Skills

• You work well independently and as part of a team
• You have exceptional attention to detail and sense of accountability
• You demonstrate professionalism and have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• You possess excellent analytical, mathematical, and organizational skills
• You have strong computer skills, including strong data entry and data analysis (with an emphasis on accuracy and problem solving)
• You demonstrate strong proficiency using Microsoft Office Excel (including pivot tables and vlookups), Word, and Outlook applications; familiarity with Microsoft Office's Access application is strongly preferred
• You are able to meet deadlines consistently, effectively, and accurately while working under pressure and time restraints
• You are able to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and projects at any given time
• You demonstrate familiarity with SAP financial applications (preferred, but not required)
• You have a thorough understanding of core finance and accounting principles
• You are passionate about the success of Warner Music Group's artists
• A strong passion for music across a wide array of different genres
• 0-2 years of experience in the music and entertainment industry, particularly with a background in recorded music licensing and/or artist royalties
• A core understanding of basic industry concepts and familiarity with contractual terminology and structure
• Background in process improvement, automation, lean/agile methodologies

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