Director of Finance | Full-Time | Stormont Vail Events Center

Oak View Group•Topeka, KS

About The Position

The Director of Finance plans and directs the venue’s financial, accounting, purchasing, and internal control functions, personally or through subordinate supervisors. Reporting directly to the General Manager, this role supervises the Finance Department and is responsible for assigning and directing work in accordance with company policies and applicable laws. The position supports the venue’s financial success and client relationships in coordination with the General Manager and Corporate Finance. The role pays an annual salary of $80,000–$95,000 and is bonus eligible. The position will remain open until December 31, 2026.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Accounting or Finance from a four-year college or university.
5–7 years of experience in public accounting and/or financial management.
Effective leadership skills.
Ability to become a business partner with other departments to ensure the venue’s financial success.
Extensive knowledge of general and cost accounting.
Excellent math skills and a high aptitude for figures.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Availability to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays if required.

Nice To Haves

MBA.
CPA; preferred.
At least 3 years of experience at the director level or as a department head; preferred.
Experience with ADP payroll and Sage accounting.
Industry experience.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing and implementing facility goals and priorities for financial management, budgeting, accounting, purchasing, and payroll in compliance with applicable laws and company policies and procedures.
Monitor compliance with all provisions of the management contract.
Coordinate appropriate insurance coverage with the Risk Management Department and insurance broker.
Review contracts for clients, events, subcontractors, food and beverage, and concessionaires.
Review and/or prepare event settlements.
Review and execute checks and deposits; review daily cash receipts and disbursements.
Oversee box office operations, ticket-sale receipts, and reporting.
Oversee food and beverage accounting.
Assist with show settlement, including promoter payments; compile post-show financial information for general-ledger entry and prepare show income/loss reports.
Oversee venue payroll and HR functions.
Prepare applicable state and local tax returns for timely filing.
Prepare financial statements for the client and corporate, along with monthly statements, the annual budget, annual report, and other financial reports.
Direct the installation and maintenance of accounting records for receipts and expenditures.
Direct maintenance of general and subsidiary ledgers, accounts receivable, revenue distribution, depreciation, cost, property, operating expense, and insurance records.
Analyze financial performance and departmental costs; prepare monthly financial statements and recommend actions or changes to meet business goals.
Prepare statements and reports of estimated future costs and revenues.
Coordinate preparation of client or external audit materials and financial reporting, and implement client recommendations as requested.
Work closely with the General Manager to support positive client relationships and with Corporate Finance on projects and initiatives.
Supervise the Finance Department, including planning, assigning, and directing work.
Act as Manager on Duty as required.