Financial Planning Analyst

Job Description

Awesome Job: FP&A Analyst

Great Location: Hollywood, CA

CULTURE

We're fans who help fans everywhere get into 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 amazing 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.

See what it's like working at Ticketmaster.

THE TEAM

The Financial Planning and Analysis (''FP&A'') team partners with and supports Ticketmaster business leaders by providing financial information to influence business strategy and decision making. We are also responsible for the consolidation of and reporting of Global divisional results, monthly forecasts and other ad hoc analysis to Live Nation.

THE JOB

The Ticketmaster FP&A Analyst is a newly created role and will be a key member of the FP&A team. The team partners with senior business leaders of the Ticketmaster Music, Distributed Commerce, Primary Marketing, Data Insights and Ticketmaster Marketplace teams.
Our ideal candidate possesses excellent quantitative, written and verbal skills and has the proven ability to work on projects independently. We are looking for someone who is hungry and eager to learn, contribute and grow.

The candidate must be able to consistently demonstrate the ability to be a trusted and reliable source of information and support.

It is an exciting time at Ticketmaster as we have returned to live following the pandemic and continue to integrate with our International finance counterparts.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
• Assist with FP&A month-end close reporting and analysis
• Support in the preparation of monthly reporting packages / results analysis for Senior Leaders
• Prepare monthly forecasts and annual budget for areas supported
• Compile data required for monthly ticketing and GTV metrics and load to financial system
• Liaise with Live Nation Corporate regarding metrics, monthly quarterly divisional reporting requests and subsequent inquiries
• Liaise with financial systems team for required customized reports, troubleshooting, etc.
• Partner with the Planning VP and Manager for quarterly preparation of the Quarterly Business Review (''QBR'') presentation and Live Nation Corporate templates, including Key Performance Indicators (''KPI''), key business trends and forecasts
• Partner with the Planning Manager, VP, CFO and Ticketmaster Strategy Team on ad hoc requests and analyses
• Enhance the development of Ticketmaster Global reporting, including working with Ticketmaster's International Finance team
• This role will report to the Manager of FP&A and have regular exposure to key business leaders including the CFO and COO

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW (or TECHNICAL SKILLS/COMPETENCIES)
• Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
• 2+ years related work experience
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel, its advanced functions, and modelling best practices; proficient MS Powerpoint user
• Keen attention to detail, particularly when working with large datasets, turning numbers into actionable insights
• Ability to help develop clear, data-driven business recommendations.
• Self-starter who thrives working in a fast paced, agile environment
• Public Accounting / Investment Banking / Corporate Finance FP&A experience a plus

YOU (BEHAVIORAL SKILLS/COMPETENCIES)

Rock Solid Reliability – I earn the trust of clients, co-workers and fans; I set clear expectations; I deliver high quality work on time and on task; I take the time to do things right

Winning Teamwork – I collaborate with others; I share information openly; I listen and take time to empathize and understand where others are coming from; I show recognition and appreciation for the contributions of others

Act with Integrity – I am proud of the way I represent myself and the company to others; I act with good intentions; I have direct, honest conversations while creating a safe work environment for open dialogue; I represent information and data accurately and completely

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.

Ticketmaster 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.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g4ejkq-3-142-144-40-42 in your application.