Events Management Accountant

Endeavor; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the sports and entertainment sector is seeking an Events Management Accountant to join their finance team in London. This role involves managing accounts for both UK and US entities, supporting financial reporting, and ensuring accurate management information across departments. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience in management accounting and a commitment to attention to detail and effective communication.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years’ experience in management accounting, owning P&L and Balance Sheet.
• Experience managing AP/AR processes is advantageous.
• Experience with small business accounts is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts for UK and US entities, including AP/AR processes.
• Deliver monthly management reports and VAT returns.
• Active management of invoicing, collections, and ledger management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Initiative

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Relevant accountancy qualification or progress towards one

Job description

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Who We Are:

Frieze is the world’s leading platform for modern and contemporary art, dedicated to artists, galleries, collectors, and art lovers. It comprises three magazines – frieze, Frieze Masters Magazine, and Frieze Week – and five international art fairs – Frieze London, Frieze Masters, Frieze New York, Frieze Los Angeles, and Frieze Seoul. In October 2021, Frieze launched No.9 Cork Street, a permanent space for visiting international galleries in Mayfair, London. Frieze is part of the IMG network. Endeavor is a global sports and entertainment company, home to many of the world’s most dynamic storytellers, brands, live events, and experiences. The Endeavor network includes talent representation through WME, sports operations and advisory, event management, media production and distribution, brand licensing through IMG, live event experiences through On Location, marketing via 160over90, and sports data and technology through IMG ARENA and OpenBet. Endeavor also owns TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO), comprising UFC and WWE.

Background

The Frieze business includes:

Events: Six contemporary art fairs under three brands (Frieze London, New York, Seoul, Los Angeles; The Armory Show; Expo Chicago) and one non-contemporary fair, Frieze Masters (London).

Media: Including Frieze Magazine (since 1991), Frieze Week titles, and a growing digital presence at Frieze.com and Frieze Studios.

Membership: A program consolidating media and event offerings across tiers like Frieze 91, In Person, In Print, and In Depth.

Offices are located in London, New York, Chicago, Seoul, and Berlin.

Job Purpose

The finance team manages all financial matters for Frieze’s UK, US, and international entities. The Events Management Accountant will oversee accounts for Frieze LA, New York, Seoul, and Masters, including AP/AR processes, and collaborate with departments to ensure accurate and timely management information. The role supports the Finance Manager in delivering monthly management reports, VAT returns, and group reporting, offering exposure to an international finance environment.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Management Accounts:

• Year-end, quarter-end, and monthly closes following US GAAP and policies, reviewing profit & loss and balance sheets.
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Review and reconcile budgets, revenue recognition, and balance sheet classifications.

2. Management of Accounting Functions:

• Manage AP/AR processes, working with third-party providers, invoicing, collections, and cash flow management.
• Oversee expenses, ensuring proper coding, tax treatment, and timely processing in SAP.

3. External Reporting:

• Complete UK VAT and US Sales Tax returns.
• Prepare group reporting templates as needed.

4. General Finance Support:

• Assist with ad hoc finance tasks, cover for team members, and support at art fairs.
• Support the Financial Controller during audits.

Required Experience

• 1-2 years' experience as a management accountant, owning P&L and balance sheet for a business unit.
• Experience managing AP/AR processes is advantageous.
• Relevant accounting qualification or progress toward one is preferred.
• Experience with small business accounts is a plus.

Required Competencies

• Attention to detail, strong communication, initiative, time management, work ethic, teamwork, quick learning, and flexibility.