Director of Finance

Job Summary

The Director of Finance must be detail-oriented and have a passion for rolling up his/her sleeves. The culture at this company supports those who possess a broad and strategic business perspective with a demonstrated tactical ability. This individual should possess a passion for the sports and entertainment industry, support team-first collaboration, and be able to adapt to a continually evolving business environment. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Ensuring data integrity and accuracy
• Preparing the budget and monthly financial forecasts
• Preparation of monthly financial statements and management reports.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings
• Oversee the revenue and expense recognition process that follows contract terms and GAAP
• Lead with the annual GAAP audit
• Lead other special projects as requested by leadership
• Monitors compliance with all provisions of the management contract
• Maintains contact with Risk Management Department and Insurance broker for coordination of appropriate coverage
• Oversee payroll and HR functions in the venue  
• Requirements
• B.S. in Accounting or Finance from a four-year college or university 
• CPA or MBA a plus 
• 5 to 10 years of relevant work experience in public accounting and/or financial management at a supervisory level or as department head
• Venue/Live Entertainment Industry experience is preferred

Skills and Abilities:

• Willing to work nights and weekends as required
• Extensive knowledge of general and cost accounting
• Superior Excel skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Demonstrated attention to detail
• Ability to learn quickly, open to change and enjoy the challenge of unfamiliar tasks
• Written/Oral communications - ability to speak and write clearly and concisely, get messages across that have the desired effect
• Experience with Paylocity payroll, and Net Suite accounting system preferred