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THE JOB

Live Nation Entertainment is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Construction Accounting Manager to oversee the financial management of new venue construction projects. This role requires an accomplished professional with expertise in construction accounting, cost controls, and capital project financing. The Construction Accounting Manager will take ownership of financial processes across the Blueprint Studio portfolio, ensuring transparency, compliance, and alignment with organizational goals.

WHAT THIS ROLE WILL DO

Advanced Financial Oversight:

• Lead construction accounting processes, from budget creation through project close-out.
• Produce, review, and present detailed cost reports to senior leadership, offering insights into financial performance, risks, and opportunities.
• Develop and maintain project forecasting models to proactively identify budget variances.

Cost Control and Compliance:

• Review and reconcile pay applications, invoices, change orders, and commitments, ensuring contractual, GAAP, and corporate compliance.
• Oversee construction draw processes with lenders, auditors, and corporate finance teams.
• Establish and enforce standardized reporting and financial controls across the Blueprint Studio portfolio.

Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement:

• Partner with project managers, executives, and design teams to align financial objectives with project delivery.
• Act as the primary financial liaison between Blueprint Studio, corporate finance, contractors, and external stakeholders.
• Communicate financial insights in a clear and actionable manner for both technical and non-financial audiences.

Leadership and Team Development:

• Mentor junior accounting staff and strengthen financial acumen within the design and construction teams.
• Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, and collaboration across Blueprint Studio.

WHAT THIS PERSON WILL BRING

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA or CMA strongly preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years in construction or real estate development accounting.
• Strong knowledge of construction accounting principles, cost reporting, and capital project financing.
• Proficiency with construction accounting/project management systems
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

BENEFITS & PERKS

Our motto is ‘Taking Care of Our Own’ through 6 pillars of benefits:

HEALTH: Medical, vision, dental and mental health benefits for you and your family, with access to a health care concierge, and Flexible or Health Savings Accounts (FSA or HSA)

YOURSELF: Free concert tickets, generous paid time off including paid holidays, sick time, and personal days

WEALTH: 401(k) program with company match, stock reimbursement program

FAMILY: New parent programs including caregiver leave and baby bonuses, plus fertility, adoption, foster, or surrogacy support

CAREER: Career and skill development programs with School of Live, tuition reimbursement, and student loan repayment

OTHERS: Volunteer time off, crowdfunding match