Coordinator, A&R Administration – Hollywood, 90028

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Universal Music Group


Coordinator, A&R Administration – Hollywood, 90028, United States of America

How we LEAD:
Were looking for a Coordinator, A&R Administration to join a fast-paced, high-visibility team that supports recording projects acrosssix major labels. This role sits at the center of the creative processhelping A&R, Finance, Business & Legal Affairs, and Production keep projects moving, budgets accurate, and payments on track. If youre detail-obsessed, love Excel, and enjoy being the person who brings structure to a dynamic environment, youll thrive here.

How youll CREATE:

  • Own vendor maintenance end-to-end (adds/updates), including guiding payees through the Uniport portal registration process; partner closely with Financial Services Vendor Team and serve as the primary contact for new payees tied to new signings.
  • Input Purchase Order Requests into Uniport and track approvals to ensure timely processing.
  • Coordinate travel and accurately code recording-related costs.
  • Manage accounts payable activity in partnership with Corporate Finance; help troubleshoot payment and budget issues with A&R.
  • Deliver strong customer service to internal and external partnersensuring accuracy, responsiveness, and clear guidance throughout the recording process.
  • File and process union-related contracts (SAG-AFTRA and AFM) as applicable; gather tax forms and required paperwork to support compliance.
  • Prepare reports, project summaries, and budget status updates for cross-functional teams and senior leadership.
  • Maintain organized documentation and accurate records to support proper auditing and corporate compliance.

What success looks like (first 90 days):

  • Vendor setups and Uniport submissions are accurate, complete, and processed on time.
  • Purchase orders and coding are clean, consistent, and easy to track.
  • Key stakeholders (A&R/Finance/Production) have timely updates and fewer last-minute escalations.

Bring your VIBE:

  • Strong working knowledge of basic Accounts Payable procedures and accurate data entry.
  • Advanced Excel skills (formulas, spreadsheets, reconciliations).
  • Knowledge and comfortabilitywith internal AI initiatives (ChatGPT, Copilot etc.)
  • Excellent organization, follow-through, and ability to manage multiple priorities at once.
  • Comfortable learning proprietary systems (ex: Uniport) quickly.
  • Budgeting experience (recording industry a plus).
  • Experience in A&R Administration or a similar coordination role.
  • Familiarity with SAG-AFTRA and/or AFM paperwork.