Job Summary:
Company:
Academy Music Group
Department:
Finance
Location:
Brixton, London
Reports to:
Financial Controller
Working Hours:
Full time
Contract Type:
Permanent
Role Description
The Senior Management Accountants lead on the monthly management accounts process, ensuring month end figures are presented and reported accurately, as well as updating, investigating, and reporting on forecast changes.
Senior Management Accountants are senior figures within the Finance team, supporting the Financial Controller, and may have direct line management responsibility for others within the Finance team.
The Team
The team comprises approximately 18 individuals with a wealth of experience working within Academy Music Group/Live Nation and other organisations.
Whilst the role has ownership of specific functions, the emphasis within the Finance department is on teamwork. The smooth running of the department, and the company, is dependent on all individuals focusing on team goals as well as individual. This is particularly important around tight deadlines, at month end, and year end. We support each other by maintaining an atmosphere of approachability and are committed to building authentic and valuable relationships within the team.
Who you are
Competencies / Skills / Knowledge / Experience
Essential: Experience of preparing and reporting month end accounts and forecasts Good working knowledge of debits and credits Advanced Excel skills Strong administration and time management skills Qualified or in final stages of qualifying (CIMA/ACCA/ACA), or qualified by experience Experience working in a busy finance department Leadership skills/experience Desirable:
Experience using Oracle Behaviours
The following attributes determine how the role will be carried out and are required to be a success:
Strong attention to detail Detailed and thorough approach Ability to work on own initiative and self-motivation to meet challenging deadlines Team player What the role includes
In collaboration with other senior members of the Finance team, leading on the month end management accounts processes Producing monthly accounts for multiple AMG/Live Nation venues with commentary Monthly forecasting for multiple AMG/Live Nation venues with commentary Producing annual budgets for multiple AMG/Live Nation venues with commentary Significant role in preparing year end accounts, reviewing, and responding to audit requests Writing reporting packs - e.g. month/year end, forecasting, budgets Cashflow preparation and reporting Balance Sheet reconciliations including accruals with commentary, for example, but not limited to:
Advanced ticket sales and other ticket accounts PRS/licensing
Capex accounts for Academy Music Group and Live Nation venues, including:
Monthly reconciliations and reporting Budgeting and forecasting Business partnering with the Property team and venue/divisional management.
Line management of Management Accountant(s)/Assistant Management Accountant(s) where required Ad-hoc analysis and tasks 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 home life. 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 Company
Academy Music Group (AMG) is the UK's leading owner and operator of live music and entertainment venues with award-winning credentials. Several of our historic theatres are unique institutions of British music and culture and our vision is to inspire artists and audiences by hosting unforgettable live performances.
AMG 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.
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Monday 6th January 2025. We reserve the right to close applications at any time so encourage early application where possible. We will be reviewing applications in the New Year. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Company:
Academy Music Group
Department:
Finance
Location:
Brixton, London
Reports to:
Financial Controller
Working Hours:
Full time
Contract Type:
Permanent
Role Description
The Senior Management Accountants lead on the monthly management accounts process, ensuring month end figures are presented and reported accurately, as well as updating, investigating, and reporting on forecast changes.
Senior Management Accountants are senior figures within the Finance team, supporting the Financial Controller, and may have direct line management responsibility for others within the Finance team.
The Team
The team comprises approximately 18 individuals with a wealth of experience working within Academy Music Group/Live Nation and other organisations.
Whilst the role has ownership of specific functions, the emphasis within the Finance department is on teamwork. The smooth running of the department, and the company, is dependent on all individuals focusing on team goals as well as individual. This is particularly important around tight deadlines, at month end, and year end. We support each other by maintaining an atmosphere of approachability and are committed to building authentic and valuable relationships within the team.
Who you are
Competencies / Skills / Knowledge / Experience
Essential: Experience of preparing and reporting month end accounts and forecasts Good working knowledge of debits and credits Advanced Excel skills Strong administration and time management skills Qualified or in final stages of qualifying (CIMA/ACCA/ACA), or qualified by experience Experience working in a busy finance department Leadership skills/experience Desirable:
Experience using Oracle Behaviours
The following attributes determine how the role will be carried out and are required to be a success:
Strong attention to detail Detailed and thorough approach Ability to work on own initiative and self-motivation to meet challenging deadlines Team player What the role includes
In collaboration with other senior members of the Finance team, leading on the month end management accounts processes Producing monthly accounts for multiple AMG/Live Nation venues with commentary Monthly forecasting for multiple AMG/Live Nation venues with commentary Producing annual budgets for multiple AMG/Live Nation venues with commentary Significant role in preparing year end accounts, reviewing, and responding to audit requests Writing reporting packs - e.g. month/year end, forecasting, budgets Cashflow preparation and reporting Balance Sheet reconciliations including accruals with commentary, for example, but not limited to:
Advanced ticket sales and other ticket accounts PRS/licensing
Capex accounts for Academy Music Group and Live Nation venues, including:
Monthly reconciliations and reporting Budgeting and forecasting Business partnering with the Property team and venue/divisional management.
Line management of Management Accountant(s)/Assistant Management Accountant(s) where required Ad-hoc analysis and tasks 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 home life. 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 Company
Academy Music Group (AMG) is the UK's leading owner and operator of live music and entertainment venues with award-winning credentials. Several of our historic theatres are unique institutions of British music and culture and our vision is to inspire artists and audiences by hosting unforgettable live performances.
AMG 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.
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Monday 6th January 2025. We reserve the right to close applications at any time so encourage early application where possible. We will be reviewing applications in the New Year. #J-18808-Ljbffr
