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Director, Finance & Accounting

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Overview

Concord is the world’s leading independent music company. The Company supports more than 125,000 artists and songwriters whose works are licensed, marketed, and performed globally. Concord's growing catalog of 1.3 million songs, compositions, sound recordings, films, plays, and musicals is one of the most impactful and culturally relevant collections of creative rights in history.

Concord is headquartered in Nashville with additional offices in Los Angeles, New York, London, Berlin, Melbourne, and Miami.

As the Director, Finance & Accounting, you'll be responsible for the day-to-day functions of payment processing between business units and third parties. The Director will also perform complete review of Concord Label Group’s overhead expenses for accuracy and accrue marketing expenses as communicated by the FP&A team. Works under general direction.

Responsibilities

What you’ll do:

Oversee and manage the day-to-day operations of the Accounts Payable and Purchase Order teams. Train and develop staff to ensure staff has necessary skills needed to complete tasks efficiently.
The Director is responsible for the oversight and review of all overhead expenses and marketing expenses accrued. This role will continually monitor team workflows including, but not limited to, credit cards, expense reports, and purchase order processes, and implements new changes/work processes to improve operations.
Complete all month-end closing duties as they relate to Accounts Payable, marketing, and overhead expenses.
Maintain balance sheet schedules for accuracy on a monthly basis for accounts including, but not limited to, Trade Payable, Royalties Payable, Accrued Liabilities, Accrued Bonuses, Escheatment, and Accrued Vacation
Review weekly cash requirement & work closely with staff to complete weekly payment run
Work with Royalty and Corporate on 1099 reporting and escheatment filing
Properly handle escheatment tasks and communications with Royalties and Corporate
Oversee overhead within the business unit for accuracy and timeliness by accruing and reclassing expenses as needed
Review overhead expenses with the finance team on a monthly basis to understand the budget and coding for incoming transactions
Research and resolve issues in a timely manner and with urgency as needed
Communicate and build various professional relationships with outside contacts (i.e. vendors, customers, banks) as well as within the organization
Complete various ad hoc requests by management and other departments as needed.
Performs all duties inherent in a managerial role

Qualifications

What you’ll need:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related discipline or the equivalent combination of education and experience required. CPA designation preferred.
Knowledge of accounting principles and general ledger functions required, and strong knowledge and prior experience in Accounts Payable.
Minimum of seven years’ progressively responsible accounting experience preferably in an entertainment organization. Minimum of three years’ supervisory experience required.
Prior entertainment experience preferred but not required
Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Adaptable to evolving needs of the organization
Excellent reconciliation and analytical skill with intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel
Thorough understanding of accounting workflows, so to implement proper accounting methods and principles
Experience with verification of W-8, W-9, and 1099 forms
Proactive self-starter; ability to take the lead and work with little direction
Extremely high attention to details
Outstanding communication and organization skills
Ability to handle multiple concurrent projects and deliverables.
Well-developed communication and presentation skills
General agreement and acceptance of the Company’s core values

*This job is hybrid- requiring 3 days a week minimum on site.

At Concord, we offer comprehensive medical and wellness benefits, generous time off, parental leave, charity match, paid time off for volunteering, and other fun company perks. We have beautiful new offices and a culture committed to supporting everyone’s growth and development.

Concord is an equal opportunity employer. We employ, train, compensate and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. We believe that diversity, inclusion and equity is paramount for the creation of music, theater and film that celebrates and empowers all cultures.

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What You Should Know About Director, Finance & Accounting, Concord

Are you ready to take your finance career to the next level? Concord, the world’s leading independent music company, is on the lookout for an enthusiastic and experienced Director of Finance & Accounting to join our Nashville team. In this pivotal role, you'll be at the heart of our operations, managing the day-to-day functions of payment processing between various business units and external parties while ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently. You'll have the opportunity to lead and mentor a talented team, ensuring they have the skills to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Your responsibilities will include overseeing Accounts Payable and Purchase Orders, conducting thorough reviews of our overhead and marketing expenses, and ensuring compliance with all reporting requirements. Your keen attention to detail will be key as you handle month-end closings, manage cash requirements, and collaborate with other departments to resolve any issues promptly. With a minimum of seven years in progressive accounting roles, preferably in the entertainment industry, and a CPA designation preferred, your experience will ensure you can adapt to our evolving needs. At Concord, we believe in fostering growth and development, offering a hybrid work environment, comprehensive benefits, and a culture that values diversity and inclusion. If you’re passionate about finance and looking for a place to make a significant impact, Concord could be your next home!

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What are the responsibilities of the Director of Finance & Accounting at Concord?

The Director of Finance & Accounting at Concord is responsible for overseeing various financial operations, including day-to-day management of Accounts Payable and Purchase Orders. This role involves training staff, ensuring the accuracy and accrual of overhead and marketing expenses, overseeing month-end closings, and maintaining balance sheet schedules. Additionally, the director is tasked with building professional relationships with external partners and creating a smooth workflow within the finance team.