Director of Finance

The Director of Finance is a member of the senior management team for OVG Facilities. We are looking for a proactive, driven, and collaborative professional who will be responsible for helping establish the financial infrastructure and oversee the daily operations of the accounting department. The Director of Finance must be detail-oriented and have a passion for rolling up his/her sleeves. The culture at OVG 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 Development and maintenance of accounting policies, procedures, and checklists Preparation of monthly financial statements and management reports. Projecting event deals, actual event P&L's, analysis, and "settlement" of shows on the night of events 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 Other duties and responsibilities as assigned 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 Be a business partner with other departments ensuring financial success of the venue 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 Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and ambiguous environment; handle multiple tasks with the ability to re-prioritize and shift priorities quickly 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 Working Conditions: Minimal Travel (40% travel): Travel between venues will be required. Trips may require air travel and/or overnight stay away from home for one or more nights Must be able to work a flexible schedule inclusive of weekends, nights and holidays as required Oak View Group Oak View Group is a sports and entertainment company engaged in a wide variety of activities, including arena development, facility management, arena and stadium alliance, sponsorships and partnerships, security services, publications, conferences, and consulting. The company, privately held, is headquartered in Los Angeles, California with offices throughout the world. We are committed to ensuring all of our buildings and office locations are the safest in the world for artists, teams, employees, and fans. Thus, OVG requires vaccinations of all employees, sub-contractors, and vendors. EEO Statement Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.