Job Summary:

Company: Academy Music Group    

Location: Brixton, London

Reports to: Financial Controller

Working hours: Full time

Job type: Permanent

Role

The Accounts Payable Manager (AP Manager) looks after the Accounts Payable function within the Finance Team of Academy Music Group. Requiring a high level of attention to detail and organisation, the role is to ensure timely and accurate payments to suppliers, investigate AP queries, and to supervise and manage the AP Clerks ensuring that they are well trained and supported.

Our Team

The team comprises approximately 17 individuals with a wealth of experience working within Academy Music Group/Live Nation and other organisations.

Whilst the role has ownership of specific functions, the emphasis within the Finance department is on teamwork. The smooth running of the department, and the company, is dependent on all individuals focusing on team goals as well as individual. This is particularly important around tight deadlines, at month end, and year end. We support each other by maintaining an approachable atmosphere and are committed to building authentic and valuable relationships within the team.

About You

Competencies / Skills / Knowledge / Experience

Essential:

Experience working in a busy AP teamComputer literacy – Excel, OutlookStrong administration and time management skills

Desirable:

SOX (Sarbanes Oxley) experienceExperience using OracleExperience using InspyrusSupervisory experienceExperience using SAP Concur

Suitable candidates may have held jobs with titles similar to: Accounts Payable Clerk, Accounts Payable Accountant, Accounts Payable Manager.

Behaviours

Thrives in a very fast- paced environment with tight deadlinesStrong attention to detailDetailed and thorough approachAbility to work on own initiative and self-motivation to meet challenging deadlinesTeam player and leaderships qualities with a positive attitude

What the Role Involves

Managing the AP function of the Finance Team, reviewing processes, identifying/proposing process improvementsManaging and reviewing expenses in SAP Concur for approvals, coding, and paymentSetting up payments for – Bacs runs, same day payments, and international paymentsMaintain/Supervise the shared AP email inbox, ensuring that invoices and queries are dealt with in a timely mannerInputting invoice onto Oracle/InspyrusTraining new AP ClerksManaging and supporting AP Clerks, reviewing their work and ensuring that tasks are completed accurately and within deadlinesAssisting with, and responding to, queries from internal and external stakeholdersCompleting monthly creditor reconciliations from supplier statementsReviewing and maintaining system information such as Inspyrus approvals and Oracle suppliersRegularly reviewing and maintaining purchase ledgers for inaccuracies and aging invoices, ensuring that they are neat and accurateReviewing and approving Oracle supplier set upsReviewing and processing expense paymentsComplying with all relevant SOX proceduresOther ad-hoc duties as required

Equal Opportunities

We are passionate and committed to our people and go beyond the standard 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 home life. As a growing business, we’ll 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.

Reality Check

While this is a great opportunity in an exciting industry, this is not just a chance to see shows for free! The role is not your ordinary nine-to-five and the industry is demanding, with sometimes long and unsociable hours. The excitement and energy of the shows and events we create comes from the hard work and dedication we commit to our work, and this position is no exception so get ready to bring your very best to the role.

Our Company

Academy Music Group (AMG) is the UK’s leading owner and operator of live music and entertainment venues with award-winning credentials. Several of our historic theatres are unique institutions of British music and culture and our vision is to inspire artists and audiences by hosting unforgettable live performances.

AMG is part of Live Nation Entertainment which is the world’s leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, LN Media and Artist Nation Management.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Tuesday 22nd July 2025. We reserve the right to close applications at any time so encourage early application where possible.

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