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Manager of Strategic Planning

Post Date: 12/04/2010
Job Title: Manager of Strategic Planning
City: Atlanta
State: GA
Job Description: Fharro Entertainment is currently seeking a Manager of Strategic Planning for the Atlanta GA office.

SUMMARY: Responsible for coordinating, preparing, and reviewing forecasts, trend analyses and financial models as they relate to reporting and deals/transactions. Position reports to the Director of Strategic Planning (Finance) and has contact with all levels of management as well as multiple finance and accounting personnel within the Universal Music Group.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

•Researches, collects and develops models based on both external and internal data sources (e.g. Soundscan)

•Coordinates, prepares and presents Profit and Loss statements for Business development department.

•Assists with planning and analysis of strategic deals/transactions.

•Performs due diligence review and / or deal valuation analysis of potential record label distribution deals using income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow reporting.

•Analyzes business development opportunities.

•Provides ad hoc reporting, special projects, non-recurring activities as required by Director of Strategic Planning (Finance), (e.g. distribution pricing strategies).


SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: No direct reports currently. Occasional supervision of finance/accounting staff that prepares analysis/supporting schedules in areas referenced above.


Job Requirements: QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: The ideal candidate must have superior analytical and problem solving skills, be able to work under pressure in a fast paced environment, handle multiple assignments, think independently and possess excellent oral and written communication skills. BS/BA in Finance / Economics / Accounting with 4-6 years experience in financial analysis is preferred. CPA, MBA or management consulting experience is a plus. Understanding of basic Music / Entertainment business models and issues also a plus. Candidate must possess strong Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills.
Business Title: Manager of Strategic Planning
Fharro Entertainment Corp.
Gospel,Rock,Pop,R&B,Hip Hop,Alternative
fharropublishing@gmail.com

Business Unit: Fharro Entertainment Corp./Amin. Asst

Post Date: 12/07/2009
Job Title: Administrative Assistant
City: Atlanta
State: GA
Job Description: Fharro Entertainment Corp is currently seeking an Executive Assistant for the Atlanta Ga location.

Fharro Entertainment Corp. seeking an executive assistant supporting the Executive Vice President of Business and Legal Affairs in the Atlanta Office. This support includes word processing, proofreading, faxing, copying, dictation, and filing. The assistant coordinates meetings; organizes travel; processes payment requests and T&E; reviews and prioritizes correspondence; and handles heavy phones. Additionally, this assistant manages internal deal memorandums, outgoing side-artist requests and various other tasks as assigned. The ideal candidate is a self-starter providing “right hand” type of assistance, a team player, and is able to take initiative. This position involves contact with label executives, artist managers and attorneys, and therefore requires a great deal of self assurance and professionalism. Must be discreet and respect company confidentiality.
Job Requirements: Requirements:

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Professional demeanor, presence, attitude, and punctuality
• Excellent written, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strong Windows, MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint skills
• Typing 60wpm
• Ability to multitask with minimal supervision
• Ability to meet tight deadlines, safeguard confidential information, and work overtime as required
• Strong filing and retrieval abilities

Preferences:

• Knowledge of the music/concert industry
• Business legal affairs experience

Business Title: Administrative Assistant
Business Unit: Fharro Entertainment Corp.
fharropublishing@gmail.com

Fharro Entertainment Senior Rolalty Analyst

Post Date: 11/30/2011
Job Title: Senior Royalty Analyst
City: Atlanta
State: GA
Job Description: Overview:
This position is responsible for supervising the accounting functions of the Royalty Department. Dealing with clients and upper management in a high volume multitasking environment. Excellent accounting, communication and organizational skills are a must, as well as being computer savvy.

Responsibilities:
•Oversees general ledger to royalty system reconciliations.
•Reconcile royalty revenue between cashbook system and royalty system.
•Oversees and maintain unclaimed property files and escheatment to the states.
•Analyze contracts for royalty rates and payment information.
•Calculate and set up of royalty rates for clients.
•Answer and communicate with royalty clients, intercompany department management and outside companies regarding Royalty Department matters.
•Review all royalty account adjustments and submit all royalty financial work to Finance Department.
•Prepare Joint Venture accounting statements.
•Act as intermediary between Royalty Department and Finance Department.
•Review, research and adjust data in the Royalty system for client adjustments and special projects.
•Calculate and review royalty costs and fees.
•Maintain special handling data base in Access for the Royalty Department.
•Special projects as requested.



Job Requirements: Skills and Requirements:
•Experience with Music Publishing business preferred.
•Must possess strong skills in Microsoft Excel and be proficient in a Windows environment.
•Access and JDE skills preferred.
•Bachelor degree in Finance or Accounting preferred.
•Experience in accounting or finance preferred.
•Royalty and Copyright knowledge a plus.
•Strong written and verbal communication skills.
•Strong organizational skills a must.
•Highly detail oriented.
•Ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure in a fast paced environment.


Business Title: Senior Royalty Analyst
Fharro Entertainment a Publishing Company
Fharropublishing@gmail.com
Atlanta/Los Angelos/New York