Business Details
Specialist Music Industry Accountants
Music Business Associates (MBA) specialises in financial and business management for the music and media industry. Our team brings extensive experience from roles at MCPS/PRS for Music, record labels, TV stations, and accounting firms, ensuring clients receive tailored expertise. We prioritise individual treatment, combining industry-specific knowledge with a dedicated approach to meet each client's unique needs. Our services span royalty auditing, business management, tour accounting, and royalty processing, supported by partnerships with industry specialists. We focus on maximising income while minimising administrative burdens, allowing clients to concentrate on their creative endeavours.Our affiliation with Chartered Accountants in the entertainment sector reinforces our commitment to qualified, conscientious financial management. With a proven track record in handling complex tours and royalty systems, we provide comprehensive solutions for both individuals and companies. Our MCPS board auditor status and expertise in digital statement analysis further distinguish our service offerings. We are dedicated to transparency, reliability, and delivering actionable insights through meticulous financial oversight. Clients benefit from our deep industry connections and tailored approach to financial compliance and growth strategies.
Services
Royalty Auditing
Business Management
Tour Accounting
Royalty Processing
Licensing Services
Details
- Year established: 2025
Highlights and features
- We have decades of combined experience in music industry financial management
- Our team includes former MCPS/PRS for Music and record label professionals
- We provide tailored financial solutions specifically for entertainment sector clients
- Our director personally oversees all royalty audit engagements
- We maintain close links with industry specialists for comprehensive support
Associations and certifications
- MCPS/PRS for Music
Services
Royalty Auditing
Our royalty auditing service examines music industry income streams and contracts to ensure accurate payments. We conduct desktop reviews and comprehensive audits for record companies and distributors. As MCPS board auditors, we provide detailed reports and schedules to verify royalty compliance.
Business Management
We handle complete financial management for music industry clients, including PAYE, accounting, credit control, and cashflow management. Our Chartered Accountant partnerships ensure qualified oversight while industry connections help maximise income potential for artists and companies.
Tour Accounting
From budgeting to final accounts, we manage all financial aspects of music tours. Our services cover routing, payments, merchandising, insurance, and tax planning for UK and international tours of all scales.
Royalty Processing
We process royalty statements, match income against costs, and generate distribution reports. Our expertise includes digital statement analysis, revenue stream identification, and Counterpoint system management for comprehensive royalty administration.
People
Chris Bevis
Director
Chris Bevis oversees all royalty audit engagements at MBA. With extensive experience in music industry financial compliance, he provides expert guidance on royalty examinations and reporting for major industry clients.
Questions
What music industry accounting services do you offer?
We provide royalty auditing, tour accounting, business management, and royalty processing services specifically tailored to music and entertainment industry clients.
How does your royalty audit process work?
Our process includes contract reviews, income verification, and detailed reporting. As MCPS board auditors, we examine record company distributions to ensure accurate royalty payments.
Can you help with international tour accounting?
Yes, we manage financial aspects for UK and overseas tours, handling budgeting, payments, merchandising, and final accounts for artists at all levels.
What makes your music industry accounting different?
Our team combines Chartered Accountant qualifications with specialist music industry experience from roles at MCPS/PRS for Music and major record labels.
Do you work with emerging artists?
We support artists at all career stages, from individual summer shows to extensive international tours, providing tailored financial management solutions.
How do you handle digital royalty statements?
We process digital statements, identify growth potential, and convert data into actionable reports while maintaining Counterpoint system expertise.
