Settlement Analyst (12month Fixed Term Contract)

JOB DESCRIPTION – Settlement Analyst (12month Fixed Term Contract) Location: Dublin (hybrid 2days in the office) Division: Ticketmaster Ireland Contract Terms:12month Fixed Term Contract, 37.5 hours per week plus additional time as required THE TEAM Become a key member of the Finance department at Ticketmaster Ireland, operating at the heart of the nation’s premier destination for live event tickets and as integral part of the global Live Nation Entertainment family. Ticketmaster has been operating in Ireland since 1997. Recognised as the market leader in ticketing, the business is constantly investing in technology innovation and has a commitment to deliver world class service across the entertainment, Arts and Sport ticketing sectors. Since launching its website in May 1998, Ticketmaster has established itself as the most popular and trusted destination for tickets North & South. Ticketmaster is a Live Nation Entertainment, Inc company.  Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE-LYV) is the largest live entertainment company in the world, consisting of five businesses: concert promotion and venue operations, sponsorship, ticketing solutions, e-commerce and artist management, connecting over 580 million fans across all of our concert and ticketing platforms in over 46 countries. Live Nation seeks to innovate and enhance the live entertainment experience for artists and fans: before, during and after the show   THE JOB As a member of the Finance Team, you will be interacting with all our clients, and all departments within the business to ensure that all our settlements are reconciled and paid in a timely fashion.  You will understand that no 2 clients are the same and that different approaches are needed to resolve the many issues that will arise.  We are not looking for just ‘a numbers person’, but someone who can work on their own to resolve issues as they arise. The role will be varied and involve working with a range of internal and external data sets, as well as building relationships with stakeholders internally and externally.  The individual will be working with a variety of systems and be able to use any and all means to get to the right numbers. The ideal candidate is reliable, efficient, understands the workings in a Finance Dept, and thrives in a challenging, fast-paced environment. Knowledge or passion of the music/entertainment industry is a must.

Client Settlements Gain an in depth understanding and knowledge of Client deals Weekly preparation and review of client settlement statements to strict deadlines Maintain required documentation in support of client settlement statements Process promoter payments and advances Liaising with clients and maintaining strong relationships by resolving queries promptly Weekly processing of adjustments against settled events Monitor client creditor reports and follow up older items for closure Other ad-hoc duties in support of client settlement team Management Accounts and Other Preparation of monthly account postings to assist client accountant Assisting in the preparation of monthly journals and reports as requested within prescribed deadlines Monthly reconciliation of assigned balance sheet accounts as requested Assist with the internal and external statutory audit process Other ad-hoc projects and duties as required WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW (or TECHNICAL SKILLS) Previous experience working in a finance department Experience of working in a multi-division and international company preferred Great teammate with strong communication and social skills Commercially astute with strong analytical skills Strong problem-solving skills including the ability to identify and prevent potential problems, as well as challenge and improve existing processes Strong attention to detail and knowledge of accounting basics Highly motivated and dynamic – ability to work to deadlines and achieve targets in a time-conscious manner Professional appearance