KFC Yum! Center - Director of Finance

Legends Global • Louisville, KY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Finance (DOF) will oversee the finance and accounting functions of the KFC Yum! Center. This role directly supervises Finance Department employees in the day-to-day functions involved in proper facility accounting. The DOF carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Legends Global's policies and applicable laws. These responsibilities and tasks are coordinated with the General Manager, as well as Legends Global’s Regional Director of Finance. The DOF serves as a part of the senior leadership team of the venue and includes serving as Executive on Duty for select events. KFC Yum! Center is a 22,000 seat multi-use entertainment venue in Louisville, Kentucky, offering a variety of world-class events. Legends Global is a premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands, delivering a fully integrated solution of premium services. The Legends Global culture is one of respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action, committed to building an inclusive workplace.

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
• 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

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager