Bookkeeper (Music Royalty & Publishing Accounting) ZR29676JOB
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Job Location:
Manila - Philippines
Monthly Salary:
PHP 6 - 6
Posted on:
12 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
This is a remote position.
Bookkeeper (Music Royalty & Publishing Accounting)
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Bookkeeper with specialized expertise in music royalty accounting and publishing administration. This role is responsible for tracking reconciling and reporting all income streams while ensuring accurate royalty and publishing records for artists writers and stakeholders. The ideal candidate is proactive highly organized and confident working with complex music industry data.
Key Responsibilities
1. Royalty Accounting
Set up and maintain royalty accounts for artists producers featured collaborators and writers.
Apply contract terms royalty splits and deal structures accurately.
Calculate royalties and generate periodic royalty statements.
2. Publishing & Song Administration
Maintain an up-to-date song catalogue including correct splits and ownership details.
Track and reconcile publishing income across relevant sources.
3. Income Tracking & Reconciliation
Track and reconcile income from distributors DSPs YouTube sync licensing neighbouring rights and other revenue sources.
Match payments to statements contracts and internal records.
Prepare detailed reconciliation and variance reports.
4. Recoupment & Advances
Track artist and project advances recoupable expenses and cost allocations.
Maintain accurate recoupment schedules and monitor progress.
5. Reporting & Communication
Prepare periodic financial summaries royalty statements and reconciliation reports.
Support the team with statement walkthroughs clarifications and internal inquiries.
Identify discrepancies missing income or reporting issues and follow up as needed.
Deliverables
Initial system setup and financial health check.
Ongoing royalty and publishing administration.
Accurate and timely royalty statements.
Reconciliation reports for all income streams.
Ad-hoc analytical and administrative support.
Requirements
Proven experience in music royalty accounting and/or publishing administration.
Strong understanding of royalty splits deal terms PROs and digital distribution platforms.
High numerical accuracy and exceptional attention to detail.
Advanced spreadsheet skills (Excel or Google Sheets).
Familiarity with royalty software and accounting tools is an advantage.
Ability to work independently manage deadlines and maintain organized financial records.
- Permanent work from home
- Immediate hiring
Required Skills:
Requirements Proven experience in music royalty accounting and/or publishing administration. Strong understanding of royalty splits deal terms PROs and digital distribution platforms. High numerical accuracy and exceptional attention to detail. Advanced spreadsheet skills (Excel or Google Sheets). Familiarity with royalty software and accounting tools is an advantage. Ability to work independently manage deadlines and maintain organized financial records.
Company Industry
Architecture and Planning / Interior Design
Key Skills
- Account Payable
- Invoicing
- Journal Entry
- Data Entry
- Accounting & Finance
- Tax Returns
- QuickBooks
- General Ledger Accounting
- Microsoft Excel
- Reporting
- Payroll
- Financial statement
- Account Receivable
- ACCA
- CPA
