KFC Yum! Center - Director of Finance

ASM Global•Louisville, KY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The KFC Yum! Center is a 22,000 seat multi-use entertainment venue in Louisville, Kentucky, hosting a variety of world-class events. Legends Global is the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands, providing fully integrated solutions. The KFC Yum! Center is part of Legends Global's network of 450 venues worldwide. The culture at Legends Global is one of respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action, committed to building an inclusive workplace. Winning is an everyday thing at Legends Global, emphasizing teamwork and earned success.

Requirements

B.S. in Accounting or Finance from 4-year college/university or equivalent
Minimum 5-7 years of related work experience
Experience in developing and implementing policies and procedures as well as financial systems and controls
Capable of handling all aspects of the accounting cycle and principles and techniques of venue operation
Experience using Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Strong business acumen and ability to influence change and drive to results
Extensive knowledge of general and cost accounting
Excellent math skills; high aptitude for figures
Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and organizational ability
Ability to work with and maintain highly confidential information is required
Strong supervisory skills
Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate well both inside and outside the organization
Strong organization skills with attention to detail
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills essential
Extensive knowledge of accounting software, spreadsheets, and word processing software
Must be able to main strict confidentiality and judgment regarding privileged information.
Ability to work under above average pressure in meeting urgent deadlines.
Ability to work long, irregular hours and weekends as dictated by event schedules and projects.
Must be able to prioritize and complete work assignments on a timely basis

Nice To Haves

Experience in the facilities/arena management industry
CPA is preferred

Responsibilities

Manage and maintain internal controls and compliance in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Box Office/Ticketing. Maintain compliance for tax reporting purposes.
Review and sign off bank reconciliations, account reconciliations, and other analyses as needed.
Create, maintain, and manage budgeting and forecasting including, but not limited to, operating budget, monthly forecasting, capital budget, and cash flow analysis.
Perform and manage show related activities such as settlements, accounting, and event reporting.
Accounting for box office/ ticketing funds.
Supervise the process of recording manual journal entries and oversee various finance related processes (fixed assets, payroll, etc.) to ensure accounting records are complete and accurate.
Prepare and submit financial statements, budget reports, and event flash reports in a timely and accurate manner.
Provide analysis as requested for event and vendor contract terms.
Work with outside auditors to complete the annual audit and issue audited financial statements.
Prepare other financial reports and analyses as requested.
Manage the facility's cash flow needs, investing idle funds while maintaining a minimum operating account balance to fund operations.
Manage all Payroll, Accounts Payable, & Accounts Receivable functions.
Along with the General Manager, report on the financial performance of the arena operation to the Louisville Arena Authority Board of Directors.
Manage and execute Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions for the Louisville Arena Authority.
Hire, train, and retain finance and accounting staff.