Live Nation Entertainment

Senior Accountant

Live Nation Entertainment$76K — $95K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting; CPA candidate or CPA preferred, MBA is a plus.
  • 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally with a Big 4 firm; entertainment experience is an advantage.
  • Strong knowledge of US GAAP and SOX compliance requirements.
  • Fluency in Spanish is mandatory; Portuguese is a bonus.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills to manage multiple priorities effectively.
  • Excellent communication skills for collaboration across international teams.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure compliance of financial reporting with US GAAP, SOX, and internal policies.
  • Review and reconcile event P&Ls, show settlements, and financial reports for accuracy.
  • Collaborate with local and LATAM finance teams to support monthly corporate reporting.
  • Analyze and reconcile general ledger accounts, resolving discrepancies promptly.
  • Prepare and post month-end journal entries to support the close process.
  • Maintain complex balance sheet accounts and handle IFRS elimination entries.
  • Assist with audits and maintain internal control policies to meet compliance standards.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, vision, dental and mental health benefits, including concierge services.
  • Access to free concert tickets and generous paid time off, including holidays and personal days.
  • 401(k) program with company match and stock reimbursement program.
  • New parent support programs and assistance for fertility, adoption, and surrogacy.
  • Career development programs, tuition reimbursement, and student loan repayment assistance.
  • Volunteer time off and crowdfunding matching opportunities.
Full Job Description
Job Summary:

THE ROLE

As a Senior Accountant supporting our Latin America business, you will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of financial reporting across a dynamic and fast-paced international environment. This position partners closely with regional finance teams to oversee month-end close activities, reconcile complex financial data, and support corporate reporting while ensuring compliance with US GAAP and SOX requirements.

The ideal candidate is a highly organized, detail-oriented accounting professional who thrives in a collaborative, deadline-driven environment and is flexible to work extended hours or occasional weekends during peak periods, including month-end close.

WHAT THIS ROLE WILL DO
  • Ensure Latin America financial reporting complies with US GAAP, SOX requirements, and internal accounting policies.
  • Review and reconcile event P&Ls, show settlements, and other financial reports to ensure completeness and accuracy.
  • Partner with local finance teams and LATAM accounting teams to support monthly corporate reporting, including balance sheet and income statement reconciliations between third-party systems and corporate financial records.
  • Analyze and reconcile general ledger accounts, researching and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
  • Prepare and post month-end journal entries while supporting the monthly close process and meeting critical reporting deadlines.
  • Maintain and reconcile complex balance sheet accounts, including monthly IFRS elimination entries and adjustments.
  • Maintain internal control policies, assist in audits, and liaise with internal auditors.
  • Assist with quarterly reporting requirements, financial analysis, and special projects as assigned.
  • Collaborate across international teams to identify process improvements that enhance reporting accuracy and operational efficiency.
  • Support occasional travel to events as needed and maintain flexibility to work evenings or weekends during month-end close, show settlements, or other business-critical periods.


WHAT THIS PERSON WILL BRING
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, CPA candidate or CPA strongly preferred, MBA a plus.
  • 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably with a Big 4 public accounting firm; entertainment or live events industry experience is a plus.
  • Strong knowledge of US GAAP and SOX compliance requirements.
  • Fluency in Spanish is required; Portuguese language skills are a plus.
  • Exceptional attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and producing high-quality work.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across international teams.
  • Experience managing projects and meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
  • Experience with Oracle and/or SAP is preferred.
  • Willingness to work extended hours and occasional weekends during month-end close, financial reporting cycles, and event settlement periods to meet business needs.


BENEFITS & PERKS

Our motto is 'Taking Care of Our Own' through 6 pillars of benefits:
  • HEALTH: Medical, vision, dental and mental health benefits for you and your family, with access to a health care concierge, and Flexible or Health Savings Accounts (FSA or HSA)
  • YOURSELF: Free concert tickets, generous paid time off including paid holidays, sick time, and personal days
  • WEALTH: 401(k) program with company match, stock reimbursement program
  • FAMILY: New parent programs including caregiver leave, plus fertility, adoption, foster, or surrogacy support
  • CAREER: Career and skill development programs with School of Live, tuition reimbursement, and student loan repayment
  • OTHERS: Volunteer time off, crowdfunding match


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.

Live Nation recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. Live Nation may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms. Live Nation may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support application screening and assessment. All hiring decisions are made with human review.

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The expected compensation for this position is:
$76,000.00 USD - $95,000.00 USD
** Pay is based on a number of factors including market location, qualifications, skills, and experience.

Live Nation Entertainment will never request payment or equipment purchases as part of the hiring process. Recruiters will only contact candidates from official Live Nation or affiliated brand email domains.

About Live Nation Entertainment

Live Nation Entertainment is a producer, promoter, and seller of live concert tickets for artists and fans.

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Learn more about Live Nation Entertainment
Size
10,200 employees
Market Cap
$16 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$1.7 billion
Founded
2005
5 Year Trend
-5.6%
Revenue
$1.8 billion
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