Research Analyst
Nashville, Tennessee, United States of America
Full Time
2 weeks ago
Key skills
SQLBIData MiningCommunicationCritical ThinkingProblem Solving
About this role
About the Company
BMI is a mission-driven organization at the forefront of music rights and creator advocacy. Celebrating over 80 years of service to songwriters, composers, music publishers and businesses, BMI is a global leader in music rights management. Currently representing the public performance rights in over 25 million musical works created and owned by more than 1.4 million artists. BMI negotiates music license agreements and distributes the fees it generates as royalties to its affiliated writers and publishers when their songs are publicly performed.
About the Role
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
Essential Functions: which may be representative but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position.
• 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.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Supports our BMI Core Values and cultivates a culture of diversity and inclusion.
Physical/Visual Activities or Demands: Physical/visual activities or demands that are commonly associated with the performance functions of this job.
• 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: Environmental and atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the functions of this job.
Normal office conditions.
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: which may be representative but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position.
• 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.
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids:
Personal computer and associated software. Normal office equipment.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying the position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.
“Commonly associated” is not intended to mean always or only. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Benefits & Perks
We take care of our people, here’s what you can expect when joining the team:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401K with employer match on 100% of the first 4%.
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Hybrid Office Schedule & Remote Friday's
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits
• Paid Vacation & Sick/Personal Time
• Paid Volunteer Time Off
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Summer Half-Days
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Up To 12 weeks Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Commuter Benefits (New York)
• Employee Resource Groups
• Entertainment discounts and access to BMI concerts and events in our offices
• Employee appreciation events and holiday parties hosted at all office locations
BMI is a mission-driven organization at the forefront of music rights and creator advocacy. Celebrating over 80 years of service to songwriters, composers, music publishers and businesses, BMI is a global leader in music rights management. Currently representing the public performance rights in over 25 million musical works created and owned by more than 1.4 million artists. BMI negotiates music license agreements and distributes the fees it generates as royalties to its affiliated writers and publishers when their songs are publicly performed.
About the Role
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
Essential Functions: which may be representative but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position.
• 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.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Supports our BMI Core Values and cultivates a culture of diversity and inclusion.
Physical/Visual Activities or Demands: Physical/visual activities or demands that are commonly associated with the performance functions of this job.
• 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: Environmental and atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the functions of this job.
Normal office conditions.
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: which may be representative but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position.
• 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.
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids:
Personal computer and associated software. Normal office equipment.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying the position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.
“Commonly associated” is not intended to mean always or only. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Benefits & Perks
We take care of our people, here’s what you can expect when joining the team:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401K with employer match on 100% of the first 4%.
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Hybrid Office Schedule & Remote Friday's
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits
• Paid Vacation & Sick/Personal Time
• Paid Volunteer Time Off
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Summer Half-Days
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Up To 12 weeks Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Commuter Benefits (New York)
• Employee Resource Groups
• Entertainment discounts and access to BMI concerts and events in our offices
• Employee appreciation events and holiday parties hosted at all office locations