Director of Finance

Legends Global•Laredo, TX

21d

About The Position

The Director of Finance plans and directs all financial and accounting activities at the facility, personally or through subordinate supervisors. The role supports the facility’s financial management, budgeting, accounting, purchasing, payroll, reporting, and compliance activities. It reviews the facility’s financial performance and works with management, the client, Legends Global corporate, auditors, and union representatives. The position is based at Sames Auto Arena and reports to the General Manager. The Director of Finance also leads and supervises department employees, including hiring, training, work assignment, performance appraisal, and handling employee concerns. The individual may serve as Manager on Duty as required. The position is salaried and exempt.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science 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 a department head.
Extensive knowledge of general and cost accounting.
Excellent math skills and a high aptitude for figures.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Ability to handle and maintain highly confidential information.
Effective supervisory skills.
Extensive knowledge of accounting spreadsheets and word processing software.

Nice To Haves

Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

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.
Monitor compliance with the provisions of the management contract.
Coordinate insurance coverage with Legends Global’s Risk Management Department and insurance broker.
Review contracts involving clients, events, subcontractors, food and beverage, or concessionaires.
Review and/or prepare event settlements.
Review and execute checks and deposits, and review daily cash receipts and disbursements.
Monitor and project daily cash flow and invest excess cash as needed.
Review purchases of capital assets, office supplies, and facility supplies.
Prepare financial statements and other financial reports for the client and Legends Global corporate, including monthly statements, the annual budget, and annual report.
Direct the installation and maintenance of accounting records documenting receipts and expenditures.
Direct maintenance of general and subsidiary ledgers and records for accounts receivable, revenue distribution, depreciation, costs, property, operating expenses, and insurance.
Analyze financial performance and costs across departments, prepare monthly financial statements, and recommend actions or changes to meet business goals.
Prepare reports of estimated future costs and revenues.
Direct internal audits reviewing accounting and administrative controls.
Coordinate client or external audit materials and financial reporting, and implement client recommendations as requested.
Coordinate the year-end fiscal performance report for the General Manager’s report.
Direct installation and maintenance of accounting, timekeeping, payroll, inventory, property, and related procedures and controls.
Review financial statements with management personnel.
Participate in union labor contract administration and maintain effective working relationships with union representatives.
Act as Manager on Duty as required.
Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with company policies and applicable laws, including interviewing, hiring, training, assigning and directing work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints, and resolving problems.