Finance Manager

Company: Live Nation — Department: VIP Nation International Europe. Location: Farringdon, London. Reports to: Vice President VIP Nation International. Full‑time, with some evening and weekend work required for attendance at shows, including national and international travel. Fixed‑term contract, September 2026 to November 2027.

Within VIP Nation International you will oversee all finance aspects of the business, supporting the team in delivering and planning events. You will work alongside event organisers to develop VIP concepts and products that enhance the fan experience and generate revenue for artists, festivals, or rights holders.

The team is diverse and shares a passion for events. We maintain an open, approachable environment, build authentic relationships with stakeholders internally and externally, and partner to achieve collective wins.

Live Nation offers impressive employee benefits, including tickets to shows and festivals, unlimited annual leave, an office in the Farmiloe Building with a basement games room, onsite gym, fitness and meditation classes, a complimentary coffee bar with a barista, and heavily subsidised lunch options. Staff events are regularly hosted in the atrium stage space.

Who you are – Competencies / Skills / Knowledge / Experience

• Experience in music tour finance/tour accounting along with AR/AP.
• In‑depth knowledge of UK/European VAT, PRS and WHT application (advantageous).
• ACCA or CIMA (or equivalent) qualified with strong accounting knowledge.
• Excellent numeracy skills, exceptional attention to detail and proficiency in using Excel at a high level.
• Strong organisational skills and proven ability to multi‑task, prioritise, manage tasks and work under pressure.
• In‑depth knowledge of Oracle and BIS.
• Ability to liaise directly with tour directors and artist teams.
• Experience managing and supervising people.

Behaviours

• Proactive and demonstrates initiative.
• Organised and deadline focused.
• Self‑motivated and takes ownership for personal and technical development.
• Adaptable in any given situation.
• Committed and willing to learn.

What the role includes

• Prepare monthly and quarterly forecasting and reporting for VIP Nation International Touring; report to stakeholders including VP.
• Lead implementation and application of BIS systems across the department.
• Review processes and accuracy of recharge invoicing throughout EMEA.
• Conduct variance analysis, budgeting, forecasting and revenue reporting.
• Track and update touring deals across EMEA/UK.
• Review relevant artist payments to ensure correct and prompt payment to artist teams.
• Review WHT tax application and submit quarterly FEU returns.
• Reconcile and review final GL, cash positions, payroll and associated final journal postings to close projects.
• Analyse, prepare and lead VIP settlement process including revenue audits with local promoters and artist teams.
• Manage AR/AP processes and purchase order elements as required.
• Manage finance function and oversee tour accountants’ duties and workload.
• Liaise with internal teams (AP, AR, management, and tour accounting) and VIPN departments to align finance elements.
• Approve and apply knowledge of expense and costing systems.
• Continuously identify risks to delivery, propose solutions, and effectively manage stakeholder expectations throughout.

Equal Opportunities

We are passionate and committed to an inclusive environment. We encourage applications from people irrespective of gender identity, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status or caring responsibilities. We support work‑life balance and professional growth. All decisions are made in compliance with anti‑discrimination laws.