Research Analyst (Hybrid)

POSITION SUMMARY

Leverage strong analytical skills to perform various activities from research, problem solving/analysis, coordination of resolution through to communication.

FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB

• Complete research, analysis and problem solve inquiries from both internal and external sources including Creative, Royalty Accounting, Legal, Licensing, and other areas of Distribution Administration Services.
  • Examples of inquiries range from researching payment comparisons, missing royalty payments, and payment discrepancies.
• Review and calculate royalty adjustments to BMI writers and publishers.
  • This includes review and verification of the adjustment request to ensure appropriateness, research to ensure all related issues have been considered, and preparation of royalty calculation.
• Review and perform in-depth quality-assurance to ensure an accurate and complete quarterly distribution.
  • Based on identification of issues determine appropriate course of action.
• Provide various forms of royalty earnings analysis.
  • Provide analysis or data in response to Legal Subpoenas.
• Support various business initiatives and projects as it relates to research and analysis.
  • Understand all aspects of the distribution supply chain, including data structures, business processes, and distribution methodologies.
• Stay abreast of current industry trends relevant to BMI’s business.
  • Regular attendance.
• Supports our BMI Core Values and cultivates a culture of diversity and inclusion.
  • Physical/Visual Activities or Demands: Sitting, talking, hearing, and walking. Concentrated mental and visual attention with normal hand-eye coordination. Clarity of vision at 20 inches; corrected or uncorrected. Generally negligible physical effort, but occasional moving of 1 to 10 lb. items.
• Environmental/Atmospheric Conditions: Normal office conditions.
  • Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids: Personal computer and associated software. Normal office equipment.

POSITION QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree required w/ background in Music Business and/or Finance.
• Experience: Minimum three years of relevant experiences with Royalties, Music Publishing or transferable skills as listed below.
• Skills and Abilities: Advanced-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and general proficiency with other Microsoft Office Suite applications. Knowledge or working experience with data mining/BI. Use of SQL is preferred. Critical Thinking skills. Creativity. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Attention to Detail. Strong Organization skills. Ability to multi-task. Relationship skills.