Finance Manager

Job Summary:Job Title:          Finance ManagerLocation:          SingaporeDivision:            Ticketmaster SingaporeLine Manager:  Financial Controller - AsiaContract Term:  Full timeTHE TEAMThe Finance Operations team plays a vital role in the business, work closely with the internal stakeholders, clients, and the fans. The team supports the day-to-day finance operations including reconciling and investigate balances across Ticketmaster platforms and finance systems, providing Event Settlements in line with the contracted terms, performs Accounts Payable function and any ad-hoc projects from the Department Head. High standard of work ethics is expected to be demonstrated and to work in accordance with Ticketmaster processes and policies and audit requirements.THE JOBThe Finance Manager provides ongoing guidance and coaching to the direct report(s), requires an analytical mind and an eye for details to manage, support and oversee all aspect of the finance operations and ensure contractual obligations are met and the team delivers in line with the Ticketmaster and Live Nation compliance.This dynamic and fast paced role is for someone who likes working with tight daily and monthly deadlines and has a genuine desire to learn about the business. Most importantly demonstrates a macro management style and cultivates workplace transparency appropriately.This position manages the XERO accounting system, ensuring the reconciliation of the AP and AR subledgers, reviews the balance sheet schedules and month end duties including but not limited to rebates accruals, interest accruals, balancing of the suspense ledgers, and support the request of corporate from the Line Manager. You will lead the Event Settlements with Clients and needs to ensure contracts are implanted from the financial side of the business, event finance requirements are supported and met, and provide support to key clients when additional requests are made. Assist with client reporting and balancing to ensure that the settlements issued on time and are completely correct per the contractual terms.Other duties include cashflow management, administrative matters as requested from the Line Manager. Assist in ensuring compliance with statutory reporting in accordance with IFRS and other applicable local regulatory requirements.WHAT YOU WILL BE DOINGResponsibilities and Key Result AreasOversee sales are reconciled correctly and troubleshoot issues across the various TM systems.Ensure weekly payments are promptly processed with appropriate approvals, and duly authorizedResponsible for the timely submission of monthly, quarterly and yearly closingReview GST returns accurately and ensure timely submissionResponsible for the preparation of local income tax filingsReview Client contracts ensuring clients are paid and charged in accordance with rate card and schedulesPrepare audit work papers and perform analysis of accountsLead and adhere to Live Nation/Ticketmaster audit and policy requirements across the business and finance team.Primary DutiesReview daily reconciliation of Accounts ReceivablesReconcile AP and AR subledgers in compliance with LN policiesAnalyse balance sheet schedules and ensures appropriate explanatory notes are madePrepare bank account reconciliation for operating and escrow accountsEnsure contracted payments, advances are all SOX complianceLead compliance in the business across auditParticipate in the development of company policy and strategic plansManage TM and LNE Audit and compliance requirementsReview the monthly interest calculations and paymentsEnsure Operations meet safety and compliance best practice when managing cashOversee processing of all refund requestsProvide finance support to any large eventsProvide weekly and month end cash balance reportsAdmin support and set up all users banking systemsPrepare month end closing within the required timeline, usually Work Day 3Provide weekly and monthly special financial reports as required by Line Manager to make clear business decisionsResponsible for risk management of the business and ensure appropriate insurances are covered adequatelyWHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW (or TECHNICAL SKILLS)Leadership and management skillsGood time management skillsAbility to multitask and work under pressureSkilled in the use of Microsoft Office, Zoom, TeamsSkilled in the use of finance systems is desirable – Xero, Oracle, and SAPAbility to work effectively in a fast-paced, rapid changing environment, whilst managing stress and meeting deadlines under flexible working arrangements.Drive and motivate the direct reports and be a team player across the businessA strong analytical background across the AP and AR subledgersHigh attention to detailSolid Communication skillsMust be reliable and punctualProblem solve and investigate reconciling variancesTicketmaster Core ValuesRock Solid Reliability – I earn the trust of clients, co-workers and fans; I set clear expectations; I deliver high quality work on time and on task; I take the time to do things rightWinning Teamwork – I collaborate with others; I share information openly; I listen and take time to empathise and understand where others are coming from; I show recognition and appreciation for the contributions of othersAct with Integrity – I am proud of the way I represent myself and the company to others; I act with good intentions; I have direct, honest conversations while creating a safe work environment for open dialogue; I represent information and data accurately and completelyEQUAL OPPORTUNITIESWe are passionate and committed to our people and go beyond the rhetoric of diversity and inclusion.  You will be working in an inclusive environment and be encouraged to bring your whole self to work.  We will do all that we can to help you successfully balance your work and homelife.  As a growing business we will encourage you to develop your professional and personal aspirations, enjoy new experiences, and learn from the talented people you will be working with.  It’s talent that matters to us and we encourage applications from people irrespective of their gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status or caring responsibilities.CULTUREWe have a ‘Fan First’ mindset, placing customers at the heart of everything we do. Whether working behind the scenes or engaging directly with the ‘Fan’ you will be part of a culture that supports and enriches the fan experience. Your work, our passion… delivering world class experiences – Fan First.You would have got a first feel of what it is like working at Ticketmaster through our career site and looking at our Ticketmaster Values. Are you ready to start your journey with us? One of your first stops would be our Going Live Session, our own way of welcoming you to Team Ticketmaster.Ticketmaster is the world’s largest ticket marketplace and the global market leader in live event ticketing products and services. Through official partnerships with thousands of venues, artists, sports teams, festivals, performing arts centres and theatres, Ticketmaster now processes over 500 million tickets. As part of Live Nation Entertainment, the largest live entertainment company in the world, Ticketmaster is traded on the New York Stock Exchange as NYSE: LYV.Ticketmaster operates in over 30 countries across North America, South America, Europe and Asia Pacific. Overall, the company employs over 6,500 individuals. Ticketmaster was established in Phoenix, Arizona in 1976.#LI-NL1#LI-onsite#TMSG