Staff Accountant

Live Nation Canada, Inc.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision benefits

RRSP with company match

Free concert tickets

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Live Nation Canada, Inc. is hiring an experienced accounting professional in Vancouver, BC. You will manage day-to-day accounting, month-end close, reconciliations, and supporting audits and regulatory filings.

The role requires 5 years of progressive accounting experience, a degree in accounting or finance, and strong Excel/ERP skills. Compensation ranges from $75,000 to $85,000 CAD and includes comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• CPA designation or active progress toward CPA is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and GST/PST; proficiency with Excel and ERP software.

Responsibilities

• Complete bank reconciliations.
• Complete balance sheet and intercompany reconciliations.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable with customer setup and inquiries.
• Prepare schedules for audits, tax filings, and internal reporting.
• GST/PST filings and other regulatory reporting requirements.
• Review GL accounts and investigate variances.
• Post journal entries, accruals, and adjusting entries.
• Ensure data accuracy, completeness, and compliance with policies.
• Help improve accounting processes, controls, and documentation.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to resolve accounting questions.

Skills

Progressive accounting experience

Education

Accounting degree or diploma

Tools

Excel

ERP software

Job description

Job Summary

WHO ARE WE? Live Nation Entertainment is the world’s leading live entertainment company, comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Media & Sponsorship. Ticketmaster is the global leader in event ticketing with over 620 million tickets sold annually and approximately 10,000 clients worldwide. Live Nation Concerts is the largest provider of live entertainment in the world promoting more than 50,000 events annually for nearly 7,000 artists in 40+ countries. These businesses allow Live Nation Media & Sponsorship to create strategic music marketing programs that connect more than 1,200 sponsors with the 145 million fans that attend Live Nation Entertainment events each year. For additional information, visit www.livenationentertainment.com.

WHO ARE YOU?

Passionate and motivated. Driven, with an entrepreneurial spirit. Resourceful, innovative, forward thinking and committed. At Live Nation Entertainment, our people embrace these qualities, so if this sounds like you then please read on!

THE ROLE

This role is responsible for day-to-day accounting, month-end close activities, account reconciliations, and ensuring accurate, timely financial records. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

WHAT THIS ROLE WILL DO

• Complete bank reconciliations.
• Complete balance sheet and intercompany reconciliations.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable with customer setup, inquiries, and reviewing of subledgers and aged balances.
• Prepare supporting schedules and documentation for audits, tax filings, and internal reporting.
• GST/PST filings and other regulatory reporting requirements.
• Review general ledger accounts and investigate variances.
• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjusting entries.
• Review financial data for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Help improve accounting processes, controls, and documentation.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to resolve accounting questions and support operational needs.

WHAT THIS PERSON WILL BRING

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• CPA designation or active progress toward CPA certification is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and familiarity with GST/PST Proficiency with Excel and accounting/ERP software.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines independently.

BENEFITS & PERKS

• 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

We thank all candidates for their interest, only those who will be selected for an interview will be contacted.

The expected compensation in British Columbia is: $75,000-85,000

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.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

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. Live Nation strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of age (40 and over), ancestry, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), family and medical care leave or the denial of family and medical care leave, mental or physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), marital status, domestic partner status, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, military and veteran status, political affiliation, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, race, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law, rule, ordinance or regulation. We also afford equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability. For this reason, Live Nation will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual with a disability who is an applicant consistent with its legal obligations to do so, including reasonable accommodations related to pregnancy in accordance with applicable local, provincial and / or federal law. As part of its commitment to make reasonable accommodations, Live Nation also wishes to participate in a timely, good faith, interactive process with a disabled applicant to determine effective reasonable accommodations, if any, which can be made in response to a request for accommodations. Applicants are invited to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made to assist them to perform the essential functions of the position they seek. Any applicant who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should contact a Human Resources Representative to request the opportunity to participate in a timely interactive process. Live Nation will also provide reasonable religious accommodations on a case‑by‑case basis.

HIRING PRACTICES

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job Live Nation recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. Live Nation may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms. Live Nation may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support application screening and assessment. All hiring decisions are made with human review. This job description is a summary of duties that are expected to be performed. Duties outlined on this job description may not be all-inclusive, and can be modified at any time if requested by management. Live Nation Entertainment will never request payment or equipment purchases as part of the hiring process. Recruiters will only contact candidates from official Live Nation or affiliated brand email domains. Recognized for seven years as a Great Place to Work® and named one of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies, Live Nation Entertainment is the world’s leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Media & Sponsorship. Our world-class teams specialize in all aspects of the live entertainment industry, from ground‑breaking innovations in ticketing, global venue development and operations, concert promotion and production, sales and brand partnerships, and unparalleled artist management supported by professionals in all facets of corporate operations. We believe in taking care of the countless employees helping artists bring live music to fans all around the world. Our many unique benefit programs are designed to help our teams live life to the fullest including generous vacation, healthcare, retirement benefits, student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, six months of paid caregiver leave for new parents including fostering and perks like Roadie Babies helping new parents care for their babies on work trips. And of course, access to free live events through our exclusive employee ticketing program. There is no bigger stage for your career. See what your future looks like at Live Nation Entertainment.