WHAT THIS ROLE WILL DO
This position owns the accounting for each show, from pre-settlement through month-end reporting, including:
- Assist with pre-settlement and night-of-show artist settlements, working directly with promoters, artist representatives and production staff.
- Act as the primary accounting point of contact for the talent department, artist representatives and production staff.
- Enter show settlements into the accounting systems and distribute settlement reports to stakeholders.
- Review all show settlements to confirm proper documentation and backup are on file for audit purposes.
- Prepare and code artist final settlement wires per contract ensuring withholding taxes, charity and album bundles are correctly recognized.
- Settle venue expenses, shared ancillary revenues and co-promotion deals.
- Finalize the profit and loss statement for each show.
- Code, approve and distribute show invoices and cheques for Accounts Payable input.
- Prepare and upload show entries, along with accounts receivable and accounts payable settlements.
- Reconcile revenues, project costs and accruals, resolving variances promptly.
- Reconcile accounts receivable, review balances for accuracy and follow up to ensure timely collection.
- Complete the month-end close and report per-show contribution margin.
- Maintain and adhere to internal controls
- Travel and provide on-site support for large shows and festival properties as required.
- Take on ad hoc projects as assigned by management.
WHAT THIS PERSON WILL BRING
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent; progress toward or completion of a CPA designation
- 3–5 years of accounting experience, with demonstrated strength in reconciliation (accounts payable, accounts receivable, accruals and cash).
- Strong Oracle and/or Salesforce capability; advanced Excel
- Practical use of Claude, AI platforms, BI and automation tooling to reduce manual work
- Experience in live entertainment, events or another high-volume, deadline-driven transactional environment is an asset.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to complete multiple time-sensitive settlements and close activities on schedule.
- Highly detail-oriented, with a strong ability to multi-task and maintain accuracy under tight night-of-show timelines.
- Strong written and verbal communication and excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with promoters, artist representatives, production staff and colleagues across the organization.
- Proficiency applications, especially Microsoft Excel
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends around show schedules, and to travel for large shows and festivals.
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
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The expected compensation in Ontario is $70,000-85,000
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.
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