Job Summary:

Internal Auditor

Location: London, UK with International travel

Division: Live Nation Entertainment

Line Manager: EMEA Manager – Internal Audit

Contract Terms: Permanent, 40 hours per week

THE TEAM

The Internal Audit EMEA Department of Live Nation Entertainment International is based in London and reports into the International Group in London, UK.  It is responsible for auditing all Live Nation Entertainment businesses primarily in Europe.

THE JOB

We are currently recruiting for a dynamic Internal Auditor who will work as an integral part of our EMEA Internal Audit team. Confident in nature, the successful candidate will communicate effectively with staff at all levels to quickly understand business processes, identify potential risk areas and help devise practical solutions to issues affecting our company.  Working closely with the more senior members of the team, this person will evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of Live Nation’s operational and Sarbanes-Oxley controls and will be as comfortable working in a close-knit team environment as working independently. 

Given the nature of the department, you will enjoy travelling, as up to 35% of your time will be spent at various locations throughout the region.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

Assist in performing internal financial and operational control audits across Live Nation businesses.

Assist in testing and evaluation of internal controls related to the Group’s accounting and financial reporting functions in accordance with Sarbanes-Oxley.

Gain a detailed understanding of processes currently in operation within each location and identify key controls and risks.

Identify improper accounting or documentation, research issues and make recommendations to improve policies or procedures accordingly.

Prepare clear and concise flowcharts, narratives, and reports to document processes and controls.

Help the team to develop and foster Local Management relationships.

Participate in peer and upward feedback.

Ad-hoc reviews / projects.

Travelling for up to 35% of your time.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW (or TECHNICAL SKILLS)

Qualified accountant with 0-2 years PQE and at least 3 years of relevant experience

Exceptional communication skills (written and oral)

Able to think laterally to resolve issues

PC literate with demonstrated proficiency in MS Office suite

Understanding or previous experience in External Audit, Internal Audit, Risk/Internal Controls, and/or Compliance

Understanding or previous experience of Sarbanes-Oxley

Experience of working in a small to medium-sized business environment

Experience of working for a US listed company

Experience using Oracle

Interest or experience in the music industry

YOU (BEHAVIOURAL SKILLS)  

Flexible and able to adapt to a variety of roles and projects and changing demands

Proven ability to work independently on occasions with minimal supervision, reporting findings directly to Management

Able to manage multiple projects and conflicting priorities

Confident, assertive and self-motivated

Unquestionable integrity, credibility and moral character

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 homelife.  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, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status or caring responsibilities.

CULTURE

We’re fans who help fans everywhere get in to the live events they love.  A proud division of Live Nation Entertainment, Ticketmaster has changed the way the world connects with their favourite artists, teams, and shows, and we continue to shape innovation every day. We’re not just selling tickets (though we do that better than anyone else), we’re enriching lives one incredible experience at a time. And we think that’s pretty amazing. If you’re passionate about the magic of live entertainment like we are, and you want to work at a company dedicated to helping millions of fans experience it, we want to hear from you.

We have a ‘Fan First’ mindset, placing customers at the heart of everything we do. Whether working behind the scenes or engaging directly with the ‘Fan’ you will be part of a culture that supports and enriches the fan experience. Your work, our passion… delivering world class experiences – Fan First.