Controller - Western Operations

Controller - Western Operations

Apply locations Vancouver, BC, CA time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago job requisition id JR-75686

Job Summary:

WHO ARE WE?

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 550 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.

WHO ARE YOU?

Reporting to the Vice President, Operational Accounting, the Controller of Western Operations will be responsible for managing the western operational accounting team to ensure the timely and accurate reporting of events and venue operations. This role is responsible for the proper full-cycle accounting of events including income statement and balance sheet activity, and the adherence to internal reporting requirements.

THE ROLE

• Lead and manage day-to-day responsibilities of the operational accounting team.
• Finalize event profit & loss statements.
• Act as primary point of contact for various internal departments, venue management, artist representatives and production staff.
• Assist with pre-settlement and on-site artist settlements for larger arena and stadium events.
• Review and perform income statement, balance sheet, and general ledger reconciliations.
• Take lead on month-end close to ensure completeness and accuracy of balance sheet and P&L statements.
• Prepare and review complex journal entries.
• Perform financial analysis on event metrics and venue & co-promoter contracts.
• Review and approve work completed by direct reports.
• Ensure compliance with a documented system of accounting policies and procedures and internal controls.
• Assist corporate accounting team with various audits throughout the year.
• Hire, onboard, and train team members.
• Coach, monitor and appraise job results of direct reports, focusing on process efficiency and effectiveness.
• Other tasks as assigned.
• Some travel may be required.

WHAT THIS PERSON WILL BRING

Skills & Qualities Desired:

• Experience in managing the month-end close in a tight deadline.
• Experience working in a large, complex organization. Preference given to those with public company reporting.
• Experience in filing and remitting tax (GST/HST, NRW, PST).
• Strong organizational & time management abilities.
• Strong analytical skills and very detail-oriented.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task, proactively solve problems, prioritize, and meet time-critical deadlines.
• 5+ years full cycle accounting experience at a senior level.
• Strong computer skills with demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with Oracle preferred.

Education & Knowledge Desired:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent education.
• Accounting Designation preferred.

BENEFITS & PERKS

Our motto is ‘Taking Care of Our Own’ through 6 pillars of benefits:

• HEALTH: Medical, Dental and Vision benefits for you and your family, along with Employee Assistant Programs through Modern Health and ComPsych.
• YOURSELF: Generous paid time off policy including holiday closures, and sick time for you and dependents, along with free concert tickets.
• WEALTH: RRSP program with company match, Stock Program Reimbursement.
• FAMILY: New parent programs & support including caregiver leave and baby bonus, and infertility support.
• CAREER: Tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, internal growth and development programs & trainings.
• OTHERS: Volunteer time off, crowdfunding network, gender reassignment support.

We thank all candidates for their interest, only those who will be selected for an interview will be contacted.

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.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

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.

HIRING PRACTICES:

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

$115,000 - $130,000 CAD **

**Please note that the compensation information provided is a good faith estimate for this position only and is provided pursuant to the British Columbia Pay Transparency Act. It is estimated based on what a successful British Columbia applicant might be paid.