Financial Analyst/Event Accountant
About The Position
The Financial Analyst / Event Accountant is the primary finance contact for a portfolio of live events, owning performance reporting and supporting each event through closeout. Working closely with the Senior Financial Analyst, event P&L leads, and Operations, this role turns financial and operational data into clear, timely insight that drives decisions. It suits someone who is proactive, adaptable, and curious about how the business works and what drives its results. The role manages event financial analysis and reporting; supports budgeting, forecasting, and ongoing reforecasts; reviews month-end financial results and coordinates accurate event accruals and accounting; and prepares weekly cash flow requests and other ad hoc reporting. The position has a 40-hour baseline workweek, with additional flexibility during peak periods and occasional evening and weekend work, including on-site at events.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
- Solid foundation in accounting, finance, and budgeting.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong proficiency across Microsoft Office.
- Ability to manage and reconcile large data sets across multiple systems.
- Strong organizational and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines without sacrificing accuracy.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present analysis to management.
- Critical thinking and a resourceful, proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Collaborative style and ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Process-minded approach, with a strong eye for detail and finding efficiencies.
Nice To Haves
- 1–2 years of relevant experience in corporate FP&A, corporate accounting, or the live events / media industry.
- Experience with SAP or NetSuite.
- CPA, or progress toward licensure.
Responsibilities
- Partner with event P&L leads and Operations teams to manage event finances and provide clear, concise information for decision-making.
- Analyze operational and financial data, including monthly results, event projections, channel planning, and product performance.
- Deliver weekly variance analysis against budget, forecast, and prior year.
- Identify, consolidate, and manage reporting data from multiple sources.
- Proactively flag risks and opportunities.
- Support budget and forecast builds by summarizing actuals as a baseline for strategic planning discussions.
- Maintain ongoing event projections and reforecasts as conditions change.
- Review the month-end P&L and balance sheet against forecast and provide commentary on variances.
- Coordinate with Operations to ensure event accruals are recorded accurately and in accordance with GAAP.
- Ensure accurate accounting coding so actuals are reported efficiently and reliably.
- Prepare accurate, complete, and clearly communicated weekly cash flow requests for management.
- Complete ad hoc reports and projects as needed.
Benefits
- Health care
- Retirement
- Vacation and other paid time off
- Growth and developmental opportunities
- Short- and long-term incentives, as applicable
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
