Licensing & Royalties Finance Analyst

THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF AR; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

403(b) retirement plan

Staff cafeteria

Museum discounts

Paid time off

Job summary

The Metropolitan Museum of Art seeks a Financial Analyst, Licensing & Royalties to manage, analyze, and report royalty and licensing revenue and expenses across a global brand portfolio. You will ensure accurate calculation, payment, collection, and reconciliation of obligations while delivering insights to support strategy and profitability.

Ideal candidates combine strong financial analysis with contract interpretation and experience with licensing agreements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3-4 years of experience in financial analysis, royalty accounting, or licensing finance.
• Strong Excel, financial modeling, and data analysis skills.
• Understanding of accrual accounting and revenue recognition principles.
• Experience reviewing contractual financial terms and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Calculate and validate royalty revenues and expenses per licensing agreements.
• Review and interpret licensing contracts for accurate royalty rates, guarantees, advances, deductions and terms.
• Prepare and process royalty accruals, settlements, invoices and payment schedules.
• Investigate discrepancies in sales, usage metrics, royalties, and payments.
• Develop monthly, quarterly and annual royalty reports to identify trends and risks.
• Prepare ad hoc analyses to support decision-making and business initiatives.
• Develop forecasts and planning models for licensing revenues and expenses.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and internal policies.
• Support audits and coordinate with licensors and licensees.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to interpret contracts and advise on financial implications.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Financial analysis

Royalty accounting

Contract interpretation

Brand Comply

Workday

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics/Business Administration

Tools

Brand Comply

Workday

Job description

The Metropolitan Museum of Art seeks a Financial Analyst, Licensing & Royalties to manage, analyze, and report royalty and licensing revenue and expenses across a global brand portfolio. You will ensure accurate calculation, payment, collection, and reconciliation of obligations while delivering insights to support strategy and profitability.

Ideal candidates combine strong financial analysis with contract interpretation and experience with licensing agreements.