Accounts Assistant - Co-op Live

Oak View Group
Manchester, England
Full time
2 days ago
About the Venue:

We connect with up to 23,500 fans per show, Co-op Live continues to attract world-class talent and events, drawing comparisons to and surpassing the world’s greatest live entertainment venues in show programming, sound, fan experience, premium hospitality, food and beverage, and more. The UK’s largest live entertainment arena is driven by a dedicated team of music and live event lovers, passionate about offering every visitor, fan, artist, and partner an unrivalled experience, before, during and after every event, as well as giving back to our local community and our planet. Partnership is at our heart, with Co-op Live excelling through meaningful alliances with the likes of naming rights partner Co-op, united by a joint vision to be the very best. The first venue in the UK for owners and operators Oak View Group (OVG), Co-op Live spearheads expansion into Europe and rest of world, a jewel in the crown of a globally renowned portfolio.

Role Purpose:
If you’re looking to take your finance career into a world that’s fast-paced, creative, and filled with unforgettable moments, then this could be the perfect opportunity for you. We are searching for an experienced Accounts Assistant to join our team in the live entertainment industry, where no two days are ever the same and every number you crunch helps bring world-class events to life.
Responsibilities:
In this role, you’ll be at the heart of our finance team, supporting everything from invoice processing and reconciliations to month-end accounts and reporting. You’ll work closely with colleagues across the business, helping ensure the venue keeps pace with the excitement happening on stage. As shows light up our arena and fans create memories that last a lifetime, you’ll know that your work behind the scenes has played a key part in making it all possible.

What Co-op Live will give to you!

Alongside the benefit of working with an team of talented people, we want to help you get the best out of your work and have a work life balance.
  • Provide you with development opportunities and regular one to ones
  • Set you up to succeed in your role
  • Your wellbeing is at the forefront of our minds, we understand the importance of balancing work and personal commitments
  • This is a onsite role, it’s really important we work together to mobilise the biggest music and live entertainment arena in the UK
Salary: Up to £30,000 + Benefits
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Employer pension scheme
  • Private Health Care scheme – Vitality
  • Life Assurance 4 x basic salary
  • Eyecare vouchers
  • WeCare Employee Assistance Programme to support you and your family
  • Company sick pay scheme
  • Enhanced family friendly benefits
  • Office fruit & snacks
  • Team social events
Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
We’re looking for someone with a head for figures and an eye for detail, but also a passion for being part of something bigger. You’ll be eager to learn, ready to roll up your sleeves, and thrive in an environment where collaboration and adaptability are key. Finance experience is important, but what really matters is your drive to grow, your curiosity, and your ability to bring energy to the team.


Joining us means more than just starting a new job - it means becoming part of a team! Our team is inclusive, ambitious, and passionate about making live entertainment accessible to everyone. Whether it’s supporting a sold-out concert, a once-in-a-lifetime performance, or the day-to-day running of our venue, you’ll play a crucial role in delivering experiences that fans will never forget.


This is your chance to combine your love of numbers with your love of live entertainment. So, if you’re ready to step out of the ordinary and into a career that’s as exciting as the shows we host, we’d love to hear from you.


Our Inclusion Commitments
Our venue is for the fans, the artists, everyone! Attracting a diverse workforce which reflects our local community is what will make our venue the best music venue in the UK!

We understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. We are committed to creating a great place to work amplifying voices from all different backgrounds. There is something for everyone at Co-op Live, come and get involved.

If you do require any additional support or reasonable adjustments to support your application, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure you have everything you need. We will consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the required skills necessary to fulfil the role.
Employee Screening and Eligibility to Work:
We recognise the importance of safeguarding, dependent on role you may be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service Check, details of which will be shared with you at interview.

If successful in your application, you will be required to provide eligibility to work evidence in line with the ‘Eligibility to Work in the UK’ requirements.
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