BruntWork · 2 months ago
Bookkeeper (Music Royalty & Publishing Accounting)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid LevelBruntWork is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Bookkeeper with specialized expertise in music royalty accounting and publishing administration. This remote role involves tracking, reconciling, and reporting all income streams while ensuring accurate royalty and publishing records for artists, writers, and stakeholders.
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Responsibilities
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
Maintain an up-to-date song catalogue, including correct splits and ownership details
Track and reconcile publishing income across relevant sources
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
Track artist and project advances, recoupable expenses, and cost allocations
Maintain accurate recoupment schedules and monitor progress
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
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
Qualification
Required
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)
Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and maintain organized financial records
Preferred
Familiarity with royalty software and accounting tools is an advantage
Benefits
Permanent work from home
Immediate hiring
Company
BruntWork
BruntWork builds cost-effective, efficient and scalable operational teams for businesses wanting to grow fast and effectively.
Founded in 2020
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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