Manager, Accounting

Job Title: Manager, Accounting (AMRA)

The Role

The Manager, Accounting (AMRA) is responsible for ensuring the timely and accurate preparation of financial results, reporting, and audit readiness for the AMRA business unit. This role plays a critical part in translating complex digital revenue and operational activity into accurate financial reporting.

You will lead the close process, partner closely with operational and finance stakeholders, and help strengthen financial controls and reporting reliability. This is an opportunity to take ownership of a key business unit while mentoring staff and improving accounting processes within a fast-growing global music company.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes for AMRA, ensuring compliance with IFRS and internal standards.
• Prepare and review financial statements, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Partner with AMRA Operations to ensure accurate translation of operational activity into financial reporting.
• Collaborate with Financial Systems and Operations teams to improve invoicing and reporting workflows in NetSuite.
• Work closely with FP&A to ensure accurate reporting, analysis, and financial integrity.
• Investigate and resolve financial discrepancies, identifying root causes and implementing long-term solutions.
• Serve as primary contact for external auditors, managing audit preparation and execution.
• Manage and mentor accounting staff, supporting their development and performance.
• Drive process improvements to strengthen reporting efficiency and accuracy.

What You’ll Bring

Preferred:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
Strong understanding of revenue recognition and financial reporting.
Advanced Excel skills.
Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, or Oracle.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.
Ability to operate independently and manage multiple priorities.

Additional Skills That Could Add Value:
Music industry experience.
NetSuite experience.
Experience managing or mentoring staff.

What Success Looks Like

By Month 1:
You’ll understand AMRA’s financial structure, reporting requirements, and accounting workflows.

By Month 3:
You’ll be confidently managing close processes and supporting audit and reporting activities.

By Month 6:
You’ll be improving accounting workflows, strengthening reporting accuracy, and supporting the continued growth of the AMRA business unit.

Key Behaviours for Success

Technical Excellence:
Applies strong accounting expertise to ensure accurate and reliable reporting.

Problem Solving:
Identifies root causes and implements sustainable solutions.

Leadership and Ownership:
Supports and develops team members while taking accountability for outcomes.

Interview Process

Introductory call with Recruitment
Interview with Hiring Manager
Leadership interviews

We aim to finish the recruitment process within 3 working weeks from the initial recruiter screen. Feedback at each stage.

Why Choose Us

At Kobalt, we’ve championed creators since 2000. Our technology and music services are built to make the industry more transparent, fair, and rewarding for artists, songwriters, and rights holders. We’re proud to work with some of the world’s most influential talents including Phoebe Bridgers, Sam Fender, Paul McCartney, Foo Fighters, Karol G, Young Thug, Kali Uchis, and Andrew Watt as well as acclaimed writers like Simon Aldred (Rag’n’Bone Man, Liam Gallagher, Celeste) and Clarence Coffee Jr. (Dua Lipa, Lizzo, The Snuts).

We’re a company that thrives on creativity, collaboration, and progress. Our values: Music First, Transparent, Tech Powered, and Transformative. Shape how we work, build, and grow together. We are a community of people who care deeply about making a meaningful impact in music and technology.

Kobalt is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in equitable access to opportunities and are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities. If you need any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know we’re happy to help.

If this sounds like you, then please share your story by filling out the application below. To get you in the right mood, have a listen here to songs by our talented creators, especially curated to get you in the right mood when looking for the next challenge! 

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United Kingdom. A full DBS check will be conducted on acceptance of the offer. Kobalt is an equal opportunity employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.