Job Summary:
Company: Cuffe & Taylor/Live Nation (Music) UK Ltd
Department: Finance
Location: Farringdon, London
Reports to: Account Management
Working hours: Full time
Role Description
This position will be a key member of the Cuffe & Taylor Finance team whilst also being part of the wider Live Nation Management Accounts team. The role will be responsible for preparation of all budget, forecast, and month end reporting for the business, as well as certain weekly reporting deliverables. 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.
The Company
Cuffe and Taylor is a promoter of live indoor and outdoor entertainment events at sites including Cardiff Castle, Lytham Festival, Live at the Piece Hall and Scarborough Open Air Theatre.
The company has experienced significant recent growth promoting 143 outdoor events, across 18 different sites in 2024, in addition to a varied indoor theatre programme.
Cuffe and Taylor is a trading name of Live Nation (Music) UK Ltd, part of Live Nation Entertainment, the world’s leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Media & Sponsorship. For additional information, visit www.livenationentertainment.com.
What it’s like to work in the Team?
Our 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.
Who you are?
Competencies / Skills / Knowledge / Experience
- Proven experience within an accounting function.
- Whilst not essential, AAT or part-qualified ACA / ACCA / CIMA is desirable
- Previous experience closing a month end and forecast reporting
- Experience working in a pressurised environment and to tight deadlines
- Strong Excel skills, including Pivot tables / V Look ups etc.
Behaviours
The 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 & self-motivation
What the role includes?
- Prepare month end actuals reporting and produce month end reporting packs
- Update monthly forecasts, along with supporting analysis and commentary and submit figures into the financial reporting systems
- Prepare annual budget files and budget reporting packs
- Prepare accruals and deferral reports and post monthly reclass and provision journals
- Prepare and post ad-hoc journals and ensure they have appropriate supporting documentation and rational
- Review open project statuses, support with post-show project reconciliations and prepare project close packs
- Preparation of monthly business packs for management
- Prepare 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
- Prepare the weekly extrapolations of show performance which serves as an early risk warning for underperforming shows
- Other ad-hoc financial reporting tasks as required
Equal Opportunities
We 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.
Reality Check
While this is a great opportunity in an exciting industry this is not just a chance to see shows for free! The role is not your ordinary 9-5 and the industry is demanding with sometimes unsociable and long hours. The excitement and energy of the shows, tours and festivals we create comes from the hard work and dedication we commit to our work, and this role is no exception to this. So, get ready to bring your best to the role.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 25th November 2024. We reserve the right to close applications at any time.
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What We Do
Recognized three years in a row by Great Place to Work® and named one of People Magazine’s Top 50 Companies that Care, Live Nation Entertainment is the global leader in live events and ticketing. With business operations and corporate functions across 5 major divisions, Ticketmaster, House of Blues, Concerts, Media & Sponsorship, and Artist Nation, we offer exciting opportunities across every discipline.
