Royalties Associate Manager

We're hiring on behalf of a leading full-service entertainment company that works at the intersection of music, culture, and technology, representing some of the most influential artists, athletes, and brands in the industry.

They're looking for a Royalties Associate Manager to join their Finance team and take real ownership over royalty accounting for an assigned artist and label roster. This is a hands-on role for someone who genuinely enjoys the detail work behind the numbers, contracts, statements, recoupment schedules, and getting artists paid accurately and on time.

What you'll own:

📊 Royalty and joint venture statement prep and review across recorded music, distribution, and licensing

📑 Contract interpretation, applying rates, escalations, and deductions correctly

🔍 Discrepancy research and resolution with artists, managers, and attorneys

🤝 Close partnership with Business & Legal Affairs, Finance, and label operations

What they're looking for:

✔️ Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Music Business, or equivalent experience

✔️ 3-5 years in royalty accounting, financial operations, or a related finance role, ideally in music, media, or entertainment

✔️ Working knowledge of recording contracts, licensing agreements, and recoupment concepts

✔️ Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, complex formulas); royalty or ERP systems experience (Counterpoint, Vistex, or similar) a plus

Why it's worth a look:

This is a company that pairs creative instinct with real operational rigor, and this role sits right at the center of the trust between the business and the artists it represents. You'll get direct exposure to Finance, Legal, and label leadership, real ownership over your own roster, and the chance to grow deep expertise in music royalty administration. Benefits include comprehensive medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with match, generous PTO, and access to live events.

📍 New York City, in-office 5 days a week