Director of Finance | Full-Time | Palm Springs Plaza Theatre

Oak View Group•Palm Springs, CA

6d•$80,000 - $95,000

About The Position

Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet . Position Summary The Director of Finance plans and directs all aspects of financial, accounting, purchasing, and internal control functions for the venue by performing the following duties, personally or through subordinate supervisors. The Director of Finance directly supervises the Finance Department and Box Office employees and carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Oak View Group’s policies and applicable laws. Other responsibilities include overseeing the interviewing and hiring of full-time employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; performance appraisals; disciplining employees in conjunction with Human Resources; and addressing complaints and resolving problems. This role pays an annual salary of $80,000-$95,000 and is bonus eligible. Benefits for full-time roles: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, 401(k) matching, and Paid Time Off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays) This position will remain open until March 13, 2026. About the Venue Our goal is to prepare this one-of-a-kind community facility for its “Next Act” by replacing or restoring most systems, installing new seats, sound, and lighting, adapting the structure to meet current ADA requirements, and providing the theatre with modern facilities needed to provide Palm Springs and the Valley with a venue accessible and affordable for everyone. Exciting new developments include: S AVE, RESTORE, REOPEN When we began this project, our ‘slogan’ was “Help Save the Plaza Theatre” but now that the restoration is in progress, we’re focusing on the finish line, and are now saying “Help REOPEN the Plaza Theatre.” The restoration project is well underway. Woodcliff Construction of Los Angeles has been working on comprehensive renovation of the historic building since March, 2024. The restoration work will take approximately one year to complete, allowing the Palm Springs Plaza Theatre to open in late 2025. ThePlaza Theatre will once again become a major economic driver for the City, generating millions in economic activity by bringing hundreds of visitors and locals per week to the downtown to see quality entertainment. The Foundation has partnered with Oak View Group to bring diverse high-quality programming.When restored, the Plaza Theatre will be the only place available for the entire community to come together and utilize it as an affordable community venue showcasing diverse programming for all people, local youth organizations, promoting multicultural programming in film, music, live theater, education, comedy, and entertainment for all.

Requirements

B.S. in Accounting or Finance from a four-year college or university.
5 to 7 years of experience in public accounting and/or financial management at a supervisory level or as department head.
Acts as Manager on Duty as required.
Must work nights and weekends if required.
Be a business partner with other departments insuring financial success of the venue.
Extensive knowledge of general and cost accounting.
Excellent math skills; high aptitude for figures.
Excellent communication, interpersonal skills and organizational ability.
Effective supervisory skills.
Must pass background and credit check per guidelines

Nice To Haves

Experience with ADP payroll, and Sage accounting preferred.
Industry experience is preferred.
CPA or MBA a plus.

Responsibilities

Assists in the development and implementation of facility goals and priorities relating to financial management, budget, accounting, purchasing, and/or payroll in compliance with State and Federal law, and policies and procedures.
Monitors compliance with all provisions of the management contract.
Maintains contact with Risk Management Department and Insurance broker for coordination of appropriate coverage.
Reviews all contracts for client, events, subcontractors, food and beverage or concessionaires.
Reviews and/or prepares event settlements.
Reviews and executes all checks and deposits; reviews daily cash receipts and disbursements.
Oversees merchandise and food and beverage accounting
Assist with show settlement including payments to promoters, compile all post-show financial info to enter into GL, prepare show income/loss reports
Oversee payroll and HR functions in the venue.
Prepare appropriate state and local tax returns to be filed timely
Prepares financial statements for the Client and Corporate, and other financial reports, including monthly statements, Annual Budget and Annual Report.
Directs the installation and maintenance of accounting records to show receipts and expenditures.
Directs the maintenance of general and subsidiary ledgers, accounts receivable, revenue distribution, depreciation, cost, property, and operating expenses, and insurance records.
Analyzes financial performance and cost analyses for all departments; prepares monthly financial statements, recommends appropriate actions/changes in order to meet business goals.
Prepares statements and reports of estimated future costs and revenues.
Coordinates preparation of Client or external audit materials and financial reporting; implements recommendations of Client as requested.