Multi-Territory Analyst

ASCAP is a membership association representing songwriters, composers, and music publishers. They are seeking a detail-oriented Multi-Territory Analyst to match foreign performance data to ASCAP work records, ensuring accurate and timely payments to members for performances abroad. Responsibilities - Research and match foreign-originating performance data to credit the correct entitled ASCAP Writers and Publishers - Determine the correct work registration to which a foreign-originating performance should be matched while accounting for any discrepancies caused by local translation issues - Resolve any variances or inconsistencies in the data as supplied by the foreign PRO - Deploy a variety of online resources in order to make the above determination - Consult with RIOT or Repertory team members, when appropriate - Create new work records as-needed, properly allocating writer and publisher shares per customary Distribution guidelines - Apply any applicable agreements or mandates, if appropriate - Identify possible matches, incorrect UNID records, and other mismatches, when encountered - Merge duplicate work records that reference the same work - Initiate the process to launch an adjustment, when warranted - Participate in special projects and contribute to collaborative work, as needed - Participate in end-of-the-quarter quality control checks, as directed by the RIOT Team Leaders Skills - Bachelor's degree preferred, relevant work experience accepted - 1-3 years of relevant working experience - Strong computer skills, including experience with MS Word, Excel, and Access - Superb critical thinking skills with the ability to analyze and resolve problems using ASCAP data - Ability to communicate professionally both in writing and over the phone - Efficient time management and prioritization skills (which are essential in order to meet strict distribution deadlines) - Ability to learn and effectively utilize a variety of online research tools - The following is a plus: proficiency in the PREP Works and Membership modules, facility with Fasttrack, BMI and SESAC websites, and other research tools, such as Allmusic, Discogs, and others, including writer and publisher websites - Interest in music, music licensing, and/or music business is preferred Benefits - A choice of either network-only provider medical and dental plans or more flexible medical and dental plans where you can see providers in or out-of-network - Vision plan that offers both in and out-of-network provider options - 401(k) Plan that offers pre-tax, Roth, and an after-tax employee contribution option which includes a company match - An additional employer paid discretionary profit share contribution, regardless of your participation in the 401(k) Plan - Generous time-off policy - 12 company holidays - Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts - Short-term disability insurance/salary continuation and long-term disability insurance - Company provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance - Employee gym discounts at select gyms - Commuter benefits - Voluntary pet health insurance - Voluntary auto and homeowner’s insurance - Voluntary employee, spouse, and dependent life insurance options - Voluntary ID protection Coverage Company Overview - ASCAP is a performing rights organization of composers, songwriters, lyricists, and music publishers. It was founded in 1914, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is http://www.ascap.com/.