Job Summary:

　　Company: Live Nation

　　Department: UK & Ireland Concerts Finance

　　Location: Farringdon, London (hybrid working flexibility)

　　Reports to: Head of FP&A

　　Working Hours: Full time

　　Contract Type: fixed term contract, initial expected duration, 1 year

　　Role Description

　　We are looking for a Finance Analyst to join the UK & Ireland head office Finance team, reporting to the Head of FP&A. The Finance Analyst will need to have a keen eye for attention to detail when assisting in the preparation of the business’ consolidated actual, forecast, and budgeted reports and in regularly preparing key metric analysis for our US head office team for strategic decision making to drive the business forward.

　　The successful candidate will have a strong finance analytical background, be forward thinking with a positive attitude to change and be looking to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

　　Live Nation is part of Live Nation Entertainment which is the world’s leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, LN Media and Artist Nation Management.

　　What we can offer you

　　Live Nation offers impressive employee benefits. 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 are

　　Competencies / Skills / Knowledge / Experience

　　Essential

　　Qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA).

　　Financial / Management reporting experience working to tight deadlines.

　　Strong Excel skills.

　　Excellent communication skills.

　　Strong attention to detail.

　　Ability to take a higher-level view of data to highlight important points.

　　Desired / Not Essential

　　Experience of US GAAP.

　　Experience of variance reporting.

　　Experience with a consolidating forecast tool (BPC/EPM).

　　Media and entertainment/FMCG background.

　　Behaviours

　　The following attributes determine how the role will be carried out and are required to be a success

　　Strong work ethic with a can-do attitude.

　　Forward thinking with a positive attitude towards change.

　　Ability to multi-task and work in a challenging fast paced environment.

　　What the role includes

　　Review monthly business unit report submissions of forecast vs. actual and prior forecast variances.

　　Preparation of consolidated UK & Ireland Budget, Forecast and Actuals reporting packs to be delivered to head office, involving both financial and non-financial information with supporting commentary.

　　Prepare monthly internal forecast and actual operational reports with supporting commentary and analysis.

　　Working with key areas of the business to maintain the biweekly concert pacing schedules in accordance with the US reporting timetable.

　　Regular preparation and distribution of key metrics for senior management to facilitate decisionmaking towards the achievement of the budget and strategic plans.

　　Assist and support the Head of FP&A to ensure relevant information is provided and deadlines are met during the preparation of consolidated monthly forecasts and annual budgets.

　　Assist the Head of FP&A to maintain, create and produce key business analytical reports.

　　Project work on testing and delivery of new Global Accounting and FP&A system being rolled out during 2024.

　　Other ad hoc analysis reports 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 identity, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status or caring responsibilities.

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　　The Company

　　Live 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.com

　　About Us

　　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 entertainment and ticketing. Our world-class portfolio reaches all aspects of the live event and ticketing industry, from ground-breaking software in Ticketmaster, mix of legendary venues and restaurants in House of Blues, production leaders in Concerts, exceptional brand partnerships in Media & Sponsorship, and unparalleled team of artist managers in Artist Nation supported by diverse professionals in all facets of Corporate operations.

　　We recognize that our most important assets are our employees, the rock stars who keep the live experience going. Generous vacation, healthcare, and retirement benefits are just some of the great perks we offer to support our global workforce of more than 38,000. For any stage in your career, our many unique benefit programs are designed to help you live life to the fullest. We offer student loan repayment to support recent grads, six months of paid caregiver leave to support new parents, perks like Roadie Babies (bring your little ones & a caretaker along with you on work trips) and Music @ Home (stipend to cultivate your little ones’ music interest), and tuition reimbursement to fuel your ongoing professional development. Plus, working for the world's largest live event and ticketing company means you'll have access to free concerts, festivals, sports games, and more through our exclusive employee ticket concierge.

　　There is no bigger stage for your career. See what your future looks like at Live Nation Entertainment.