Reporting Manager

Job Summary:Company: Live NationDepartment: FinanceLocation: Farringdon, LondonReports to: Senior Finance ManagerLine Reports: After initial periodWorking hours: Full timeRole DescriptionThis position will be a key member of the Concerts Finance team reporting to the Senior Finance Manager, whilst also supporting the VP Finance with important deliverables to senior management. The role would suit someone who thrives working in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines, has very strong Excel knowledge and a keen attention to detail.What it’s like to work in the TeamOur team is made up of a diverse group of individuals, but we all share the same passion for achieving results as a team. We have a fun and supportive atmosphere within the team where we each take real ownership of our responsibilities, but with dedication to supporting each other.What we can offer youLive Nation offers impressive employee benefits including tickets to shows and festivals and unlimited annual leave. The newly opened Farmiloe Building in Farringdon, London is a beautiful office to work in. Staff can enjoy use of arcade games in the basement games room, onsite gym equipment plus fitness and meditation classes. In addition to this, the office has a fully stocked complimentary coffee bar with barista to serve you your favourite coffee as you walk into the office and offers heavily subsidised lunch options. We hold regular staff events in our atrium stage space including hosting speakers and open mic nights to showcase Live Nation employee talent.Who you areCompetencies / Skills / Knowledge / Experience• Significant experience within an accounting function. Whilst not essential, ACA / ACCA / CIMA is desirable• Previous experience closing a month end, working in a pressurised environment and to tight deadlines• Strong Excel skills, including Pivot tables / V Look ups etc.• Staff supervision experience is desirableBehavioursThe following attributes determine how the role will be carried out and are required to be a success• Excellent communication skills• Strong time management and prioritisation• Great attention to detail• Initiative and self-motivationWhat the role includes• Reviewing month end actuals, updating monthly forecasts, and producing month end reporting packs for certain divisions, along with supporting analysis and commentary. Assisting with preparation of consolidated reporting packs• Reviewing accruals and deferral reports and preparing reclass journals, as well as reviewing open project statuses and approving project close packs• Preparation of monthly business packs for certain divisions• Reviewing balance sheet reconciliations to comply with established SOX procedures handed down by Live Nation Corporate. This will also include provision of supporting documentation / analytical reviews / walkthroughs for external and internal audits• Providing cover for preparation of the weekly extrapolations of show performance which serves as an early risk warning for underperforming shows• Assisting in preparation of monthly schedules to review commissions due to Promoters and Executive Management to ensure the provision within the accounts is adequate, and prepare periodical Promoter statements for all individuals, including end of year statements• Developing and collaborating on new budget templates, assisting with system change and migration, and other adhoc reporting as required• Future line management of Finance AnalystEqual 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 identity, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status or caring responsibilities.The CompanyLive Nation Entertainment is the world’s leading live entertainment company, comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Media & Sponsorship. Ticketmaster is the global leader in event ticketing with over 500 million tickets sold annually and more than 12,000 clients worldwide. Live Nation Concerts is the largest provider of live entertainment in the world promoting more than 40,000 shows and 100+ festivals annually for nearly 4,000 artists in over 40 countries. These businesses allow Live Nation Media & Sponsorship to create strategic music marketing programs that connect over 1,000 brands with the 98 million fans that attend Live Nation Entertainment events each year. For additional information, visit www.livenationentertainment.comAPPLICATION DEADLINE: 20TH NOVEMBER 2023. We reserve the right to close applications at any time.#LI-SL1