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iHeartMedia

Director of Accounting & Finance

Ogallala, NE

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

RCS, Media Monitors, Mediabase, and Florical Systems - serving the broadcast, music, and media ... We're looking for an experienced accounting and finance professional ready to step into a prominent ...

Twitch

Senior Accountant, Content Accounting

Los Angeles, CA

$79K - $100K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

GAAP & internal accounting policy and meet our contractually obligated payout and reporting ... We support a diverse set of business stakeholders including content acquisition, music licensing ...

Twitch

Senior Accountant, Content Accounting

Seattle, WA

$84K - $105K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

GAAP & internal accounting policy and meet our contractually obligated payout and reporting ... We support a diverse set of business stakeholders including content acquisition, music licensing ...

Twitch

Senior Accountant, Content Accounting

San Francisco, CA

$87K - $109K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

GAAP & internal accounting policy and meet our contractually obligated payout and reporting ... We support a diverse set of business stakeholders including content acquisition, music licensing ...

Twitch

Senior Accountant, Content Accounting

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$87K - $109K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

GAAP & internal accounting policy and meet our contractually obligated payout and reporting ... We support a diverse set of business stakeholders including content acquisition, music licensing ...

Twitch

Senior Accountant, Content Accounting

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$79K - $100K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

GAAP & internal accounting policy and meet our contractually obligated payout and reporting ... We support a diverse set of business stakeholders including content acquisition, music licensing ...

Amazon

Senior Accountant, Content Accounting

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$87K - $109K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We support a diverse set of business stakeholders including content acquisition, music licensing ... Accounting or a related finance field - 3+ years of accounting experience at a quickly evolving ...

Twitch

Senior Accountant, Content Accounting

Seattle, WA · On-site

$84K - $105K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

GAAP & internal accounting policy and meet our contractually obligated payout and reporting ... We support a diverse set of business stakeholders including content acquisition, music licensing ...

Black Ink Services

Accounting Manager

Austin, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... music. Our mission is to support our clients in managing essential business operations - from ... Who You Are You are a seasoned Accounting Manager with a strong finance background and a passion ...

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How much do music accounting jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for music accounting in the United States is $95,659.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $78,000.00 and $112,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is music accounting?

A Music Accounting job involves managing financial transactions, royalties, and budgets for artists, record labels, and music publishers. Professionals in this role track income from streaming, licensing, and performances, ensuring accurate payments to rights holders. They also handle financial reporting, tax compliance, and contract analysis to ensure proper revenue distribution. This role requires strong analytical skills and knowledge of the music industry's financial structures.

What skills and qualifications are needed for music accounting?

To thrive in Music Accounting, you need a strong background in accounting principles, financial reporting, and royalties management, often supported by a degree in accounting or finance. Familiarity with industry-specific software such as QuickBooks, royalty accounting platforms, and Excel is essential. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and effective communication are highly valued in this role. These abilities enable accurate tracking of complex royalty streams, transparent financial reporting, and successful collaboration with artists, labels, and other stakeholders.

What are common challenges faced in music accounting?

Music Accounting professionals often navigate the complexities of tracking income from multiple sources, such as streaming platforms, physical sales, and live performances, each with unique reporting requirements. Ensuring timely and accurate royalty payments to artists and rights holders can be challenging due to frequent changes in licensing agreements and international accounting standards. Additionally, professionals in this field must regularly communicate and coordinate with artists, managers, and record labels to clarify payment details or resolve discrepancies. Adapting to evolving technology and staying updated on industry regulations are also key aspects that impact daily responsibilities.

What does a music accountant do?

A music accountant manages financial records for artists, record labels, or music companies, including tracking income, expenses, royalties, and licensing fees. They often use accounting software and need knowledge of music industry contracts and royalty structures to ensure accurate financial reporting.
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Infographic showing various Music Accounting job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 7% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $95,659 per year, or $46 per hour.

Accounting Manager

Regal Executive Search

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description


Accounting Manager
Company offering financial services to a client base consisting of individuals and businesses within the music, entertainment, and sport industries.
We are seeking a hands-on Financial Accountant who will be responsible for managing a team, financial reporting and maintaining accounting processes. This position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, a sense of ownership, great communication skills, and a passion for delivering results in a fast-paced environment.
Position Responsibilities
- Manages and reviews the books and records for a portfolio of key clients; including partnerships, LLCs, corporations, and sole proprietorships;
- Prepares and presents monthly, quarterly and annual management accounts and financial statements, in accordance with US GAAP, and analytic reports for clients;
- Performs the monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting for client;
- Monitors and reports financial performance with regard to bank covenants;
- Prepare financial modeling; experience in modeling a plus
- Designs, implement and maintain strong internal controls, processes and procedures;
- Responsible for managing deadlines and providing timely information to the tax and commercial departments;
- Assist in setting and monitoring budgets on client engagements;
- Actively manage, develop and train staff members.
Candidate Requirements
- Bachelors Degree in Accounting or equivalent
- 7+ years of professional Accounting experience
- 3+ years experience in managing a team
- 2+ years experience in audit
- Must be a licensed CPA
- Possess a detailed knowledge of US GAAP and experience of tax compliance
- Must possess experience with working papers management and review and the preparation and review of year end working paper files
- Ideally have knowledge of working paper software such as CCH Engagement or Caseware
- Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Familiar with QuickBooks Enterprise and/or QuickBooks Online
- A proactive approach to tasks; the ability to work instinctively on projects and plan ahead for the needs of the client
- Organizational skills; scheduling and keeping deadlines not only personally but also for the department and client base
- Significant experience of managing a portfolio of SME clients for owner managed businesses
- Commercial awareness and the desire to understand the businesses within the client portfolio.
Additional Preferred Qualities
- Experience with CCH Axcess
- Masters Degree in Accounting, or equivalent
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