Accounting Coordinator

Who we are: Founded in 2001, Vivid Seats (NASDAQ: SEAT) is a leading online ticket marketplace committed to becoming the ultimate partner for connecting fans to the live events, artists, and teams they love. We believe in the power of experiences and are fiercely dedicated to building products that inspire human connections. Named as one of Built In's top places to work in 2024, we believe that our People are our greatest competitive advantage. To support our People, we have built a company culture that empowers our employees to embrace challenges, encourages unity through collaboration, and seeks to constantly evolve by leveraging data and inspiring innovation.

The Opportunity: 

As the Accounting Coordinator, you will support the accounting department as it manages the finances of the company. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a fast-moving team and learn more about general accounting principles and our industry.

How your role contributes to the success of Vivid Seats:

• Ensures seamless transactions between buyers and sellers through our marketplace.
• Supports the accounting team in day-to-day processes.
• Assists vendors and employees with timely payment of company expenses.
• Maintains accurate and timely records that impact financial statements and reporting.

How your role expectations will progress as an Accounting Coordinator in the first 30, 90, and 180 days:

30 days in

• Complete new hire orientation, gaining the resources you need to be successful.
• Learn how ticket marketplaces operate and how you’ll contribute to providing great experiences for our customers.
• Acclimate to team and company norms, business objectives, and Vivid Seats values.
• Reconcile banking activity to ensure proper recording of transactions.
• Understand the accounting structure for many aspects of our business.

90 days in

• Contribute to our approaches, methods, or technologies to support overall business goals and drive team efficiency.
• Maintain, develop and aid internal and external relationships to achieve progress and advance objectives.
• Collaborate with various levels of the accounting team to assist in daily tasks.
• Create daily journal entries to record large volumes of transactions.
• Assist with accounts payable for vendor payments, employee reimbursements and proper categorization of employee credit card expenses.

180 days in

• Apply methods to execute individual tasks that positively impact the team.
• Play an active role in continued learning to advance skill sets necessary for team goals.
• Assist in providing audit support as needed.
• Complete account reconciliations that impact our month-end close.

What You’ll Bring:

• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks at the same time
• Eagerness to learn, and then own, new responsibilities
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Products (Excel, Word, Outlook), particularly Excel

Vivid Seats provides competitive compensation; bonus incentives and equity for all employees; FLEX PTO; mental health days; medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401K matching; monthly credits and discounts for attending live events; remote work and snack allowances; and a variety of additional workplace perks. 

Location: Chicago, IL  

We believe in a hybrid working model which provides employees the flexibility to take advantage of in-person and remote collaboration. Check out our brand new HQ office, bursting with the energy of live events fandom and the vibrancy of Chicago’s rising tech scene. 

Our Commitment: 
We are an equal opportunity employer that values the critical importance of a diverse workforce and sense of belonging. Many of our roles have flexible requirements and we encourage you to apply regardless of whether you meet every qualification.