Show Settlement Accounting

• Chase final venue settlements for all previous night shows each morning
• Liaise with promoters and budget holders when queries arise during the settlement process
• Review venue settlements upon receipt and post to the Xero accounting system
• Maintain accurate records of settlement status and processing progress
• Ensure all venue settlements are processed by month-end
• Provide monthly status reports on settlement processing to the Finance Director
• Maintain a clear audit trail of settlement activities and approvals
• Assist the Finance Director and Operations team with updates to show P&Ls
• Support the Finance Director with preliminary show reconciliations
• Identification and resolution of issues as they arise
• Apply a continuous improvement mindset to support robust and efficient processes and system improvements
• Develop strong relationships within finance and the wider business

Candidate Profile

• At least 2 years’ experience in concert promotions, event management or music industry finance.
• Excellent numeracy skills with strong attention to detail and intermediate level Excel proficiency
• Good understanding of VAT treatments
• Understanding of FEU taxation and withholding tax
• Studying towards a finance qualification such as AAT, CIMA or ACCA
• Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage daily deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work methodically through high-volume processing tasks
• Excellent understanding of financial processes and reconciliation principles
• Ability to work to tight deadlines in a pressured environment
• Xero and SAP accounting software experience preferred but not essential
• Self-motivated with strong initiative in daily chase-up activities
• Proactive approach to identifying and resolving settlement queries
• Ability to work independently while knowing when to escalate to the Finance Director
• Uses interpersonal skills to establish good working relationships with venue contacts and internal teams
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy in financial processing

What We Offer

• Join a vibrant global community with the opportunity to channel your passion every day
• A modern office environment designed for you, empowering you to bring your best
• Investment in your professional growth and development enabling you to thrive in our vibrant community
• The space to accelerate progress, positively disrupt and create what happens next
• The platform to champion positive change, with the opportunity to contribute to our social impact, diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
• An excellent range of benefits like private medical cover, a generous pension scheme, life assurance, income protection, plus loads of music industry perks. There’s also time off over winter break

Equal Opportunities

As an active part of a culturally and socially diverse society, Sony Music’s aim is that our workforce is diverse and inclusive. Sony Music is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity.

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Please note that applicants must be at least 18 years of age.