Operations Accountant, Live Nation
$70-85k
+ RRSP program with company match, Stock Program Reimbursement
Entertainment events promoter and producer
Be an early applicant
Entertainment events promoter and producer
1001+ employees
Be an early applicant
$70-85k
+ RRSP program with company match, Stock Program Reimbursement
1001+ employees
Company mission
To help live music fans more easily and quickly find concert tickets and information about their favourite artists and venues.
Role
Who you are
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent; progress toward or completion of a CPA designation
- 3–5 years of accounting experience, with demonstrated strength in reconciliation (accounts payable, accounts receivable, accruals and cash)
- Strong Oracle and/or Salesforce capability; advanced Excel
- Practical use of Claude, AI platforms, BI and automation tooling to reduce manual work
- Experience in live entertainment, events or another high-volume, deadline-driven transactional environment is an asset
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to complete multiple time-sensitive settlements and close activities on schedule
- Highly detail-oriented, with a strong ability to multi-task and maintain accuracy under tight night-of-show timelines
- Strong written and verbal communication and excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with promoters, artist representatives, production staff and colleagues across the organization
- Proficiency applications, especially Microsoft Excel
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends around show schedules, and to travel for large shows and festivals
What the job involves
- Working in close collaboration with the promoter and production teams, the Operations Accountant ensures accurate and timely night-of-show settlements. The role covers full-cycle accounting for each show: recording the income statement and balance sheet entries that capture the settlement, reviewing and approving transactions, and reconciling payables and receivables through to month-end close
- This position owns the accounting for each show, from pre-settlement through month-end reporting,
- Assist with pre-settlement and night-of-show artist settlements, working directly with promoters, artist representatives and production staff
- Act as the primary accounting point of contact for the talent department, artist representatives and production staff
- Enter show settlements into the accounting systems and distribute settlement reports to stakeholders
- Review all show settlements to confirm proper documentation and backup are on file for audit purposes
- Prepare and code artist final settlement wires per contract ensuring withholding taxes, charity and album bundles are correctly recognized
- Settle venue expenses, shared ancillary revenues and co-promotion deals
- Finalize the profit and loss statement for each show
- Code, approve and distribute show invoices and cheques for Accounts Payable input
- Prepare and upload show entries, along with accounts receivable and accounts payable settlements
- Reconcile revenues, project costs and accruals, resolving variances promptly
- Reconcile accounts receivable, review balances for accuracy and follow up to ensure timely collection
- Complete the month-end close and report per-show contribution margin
- Maintain and adhere to internal controls
- Travel and provide on-site support for large shows and festival properties as required
- Take on ad hoc projects as assigned by management
- Physical Requirements/Work Environment
- Sits for extended periods of time at a computer station or work desk; stands and walks throughout the day; occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.; uses hands and fingers to operate computers and office equipment for up to 8 hours each day; lifts up to 10 pounds regularly; exposed to typical office environment conditions and noise levels
Our take
Live Nation is the world's leading live entertainment company, sitting at the top of the market in live events and ticketing. Formed in 2005, it is a major international company, with key business segments made up of concerts, ticketing, and sponsorship and advertising.
Despite its dominant position in the market, the company saw an 84% drop in revenue during 2020 and the closure of live events. Since then, however, demand has been stronger than ever for their ticket sales. This is a reflection that live events remain a clear priority for consumers and has been further reflected in Live Nation's acquisitions of companies, like Goodlive, that complement and bolster Live Nation's portfolio.
In addition to live events, a key area to watch for Live Nation will be the rise of online concert streaming, like that undertaken by competitors such as Driift. Major festivals such as Glastonbury have trialled online concerts with mixed reviews. If it proves successful, this could be a major new section of the entertainment market and a big potential part of Live Nation's future ventures.
Freddie
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
11% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Company benefits
- HEALTH: Medical, Dental and Vision benefits for you and your family, including Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
- YOURSELF: Paid time off policy including holidays, sick time, and day off for your birthday, free concert tickets
- WEALTH: 401(k) program with company match, Stock Program Reimbursement
- FAMILY: New parent programs & support including caregiver leave and baby bonus, infertility support
- CAREER: Tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment internal growth and development programs & trainings
- OTHERS: Volunteer time off, crowdfunding network
Company HQ
Beverly Hills, CA
Leadership
Michael Rapino
(CEO & President)Michael joined Live Nation Entertainment in 2005 as CEO and President. Previously, he spent 10 years in various Marketing and Entertainment roles at Labatt's Breweries of Canada. He also held several roles at Clear Channel Communications, including CEO and President of Global Music.
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