Manager, Artist Royalties Job at Universal Music Group in Sacramento

Overview

Manager, Artist Royalties at Universal Music Group (UMG). We are the world’s leading music company, committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a broad array of businesses in more than 60 countries, including recorded music, music publishing, merchandising, and audiovisual content. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters and produce, distribute and promote music to fans worldwide.

How You Lead

The Artist Royalty Manager will be responsible for maintaining royalty processes pertaining to Artist, Producer and other sound recording participant accountings. This is a key role to help ensure that royalties are accurately reported to artists and third parties in accordance with applicable contracts and licenses. This position provides exposure to all aspects of artist royalty reporting and interaction with key players in the business space. The right candidate will have a passion for music and be hungry to learn and grow in the business of music.

How You’ll Create

• Analyze artist contracts for royalty obligations and prepare contract brief summaries
• Enter royalty terms related to artists, producers or third parties into the system; create new accounts, add related royalty rates, link new products and run reports
• Ensure all artist royalty contract entries are compliant with internal controls
• Responsible for expense and recoupment analysis as it relates to royalty accounts
• Make necessary system corrections or royalty adjustments
• Manage period-end tasks and payout reports
• Manage vendor setups and royalty payments
• Serve as a point of contact for artist royalty clients
• Coordinate and complete special projects as assigned

Bring Your Vibe

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar role at a recorded music company
• Four-year college degree in Business, Accounting or Finance or equivalent work experience
• Proficient in reading and interpreting artist contracts and artist statements
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Detail oriented, a good decision maker and have a positive attitude
• Self-motivated; ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Working knowledge of royalty accounting systems

Perks Playlist

• Be part of an entrepreneurial, global organization that values authenticity, drive, creativity, relationships, and a competitive spirit
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and FSA options
• 100% coverage for out-patient mental health services
• Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes, spa treatments, meal services, travel, and more (up to $720/year)
• A lifetime fertility support allowance of $30,000
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• 100% immediately vested 401(k) match on the first 5% of eligible compensation

• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) for exempt employees
• 3 weeks PTO for non-exempt employees
• 2 weeks paid Winter Break
• 10 Company Holidays (including Juneteenth and Wellbeing Day)
• Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day)
• Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent

Check out our full overview of benefits on the Perks Playlist page of the career site.

Legal and Equal Opportunity

Disclaimer: This job description provides an overview of responsibilities and is subject to change. Universal Music Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are an E-Verify employer in Alabama, Arizona, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Utah.

For more information, please review E-Verify Participation and Right to Work posters (English/Spanish).

Job Category: Royalties & Copyright

Salary Range: $65,000 - $75,000

The actual base salary offered depends on factors including qualifications, experience, skills, education, licenses, and location. All candidates are encouraged to apply.