Regional Director of Finance | Full-Time | Remote

Oak View Group

25d•$105,000 - $130,000•Remote

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 As a key member of the management team, the Regional Director of Finance will report to the Senior Regional Director of Finance. In this role, the Regional Director of Finance will be an advisor to and collaborator with the Field finance division to provide information, analysis, and insights/recommendations with respect to corporate strategy, as well as financial and accounting matters. They will be responsible for overseeing all fiscal and fiduciary responsibilities for the Facilities organization. A successful candidate is someone with intrinsic motivation, someone who is energized by the challenges of driving the brand positioning and the customer relationship from a financial perspective, and as a result, maximizes the equity value of the organization.The Regional Director of Finance must be detail-oriented and have a passion for rolling up his/her sleeves. The culture at OVG supports those who possess a broad and strategic business perspective with a demonstrated tactical ability. This individual should possess a passion for the sports and entertainment industry, support team-first collaboration, and be able to adapt to a continually evolving business environment.

Requirements

BS Accounting or Finance
5-7+ years of progressive work experience in accounting & finance
Prior experience in sports, entertainment, facility management
Demonstrated experience as a “hands-on” finance professional
Strong understanding of accounting standards and practices
Detail-oriented with exceptional planning and organizational skills
Excellent oral and written communications skills
Self-starter with the desire to work with people, develop ideas, and drive efficiencies

Nice To Haves

CPA preferred
Prior regional oversight of multiple venues preferred
Experience managing back office capabilities (A/P, A/R, Payroll) is ideal but not required
Solid operations focus with diverse skill set in financial planning and analysis preferred
Public accounting experience is a plus.
NetSuite and Sage experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership for the Venue Management accounting, financial reporting/planning, functions with the ability to delegate, inspire and be “hands-on” in key areas.
Lead all accounting functions, including cash management, accounts receivable, accounts payable, fixed assets, revenue, GL, and all regulatory reporting requirements for a managed arena.
Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, including compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements.
Assist with preparing venue budgets and forecasts as well as tracking reports, including explanation of variances.
Reviews balance sheet reconciliations on a quarterly basis with their manage venues.
Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
Collaborate with on-site venue finance teams and General Managers to ensure industry best practices are in place at all managed facilities.
Partner with venue finance teams and General Managers in review and approval of venue budget in advance of presentation to clients.
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.
Assist with projecting event deals, actual event P&L's, analysis, and "settlement" of shows on the night of events.
Oversee payroll process for accuracy and timeliness of paychecks.