Music Royalty Analyst

Focus Financial Partners is a leading partnership of fiduciary wealth management and related financial services firms. The Music Royalty Analyst will assist in conducting compliance examinations for entertainment clients, focusing on music royalty audits and data analysis. Responsibilities Assist managers with music royalty audits of record companies, music publishers, and merchandising companies, on behalf of clients that include many Multi-Platinum and Grammy-winning artists, writers, and producers Download and summarize royalty statements Review and summarize music industry contracts (recording, publishing, etc.) Combine and format large electronic datasets Maintain organization of electronic files and folders Analyze data to find underpayments of royalties and create claim schedules Assist with fieldwork Conduct Internet research Other projects and duties as assigned Skills Bachelor's degree is required Advanced proficiency in Excel, including Pivot Tables and formulas (such as VLOOKUP and SUMIF) – bonus points for experience with Power Pivot and Power Query Solid interpersonal skills and other key soft skills (i.e., communication, time management, emotional intelligence, adaptability, active listening, critical-thinking, etc.) A genuine interest in the music business and music royalties Be a self-motivated and detail-oriented analytical thinker Possess excellent verbal/written communication skills and reading comprehension Understand basic mathematical and accounting principles Work well independently and in a team environment Be eager to learn new skills and concepts Want to help creative artists Experience or education in the music business, particularly music royalties and music royalty audits Benefits Annual bonus Comprehensive benefits package Company Overview Focus Financial Partners is a partnership of fiduciary wealth management firms that offers support and access to capital for growth. It was founded in 2006, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is