POSITION: Director of Finance
DEPARTMENT: Finance
REPORTS TO: Assistant General Manager
FLSA STATUS: Salary, Exempt
LEGENDS GLOBAL
Legends Global is the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands. We deliver a fully integrated solution of premium services that keeps our partners front and center through our white-label approach.
Our network of 450 venues worldwide, hosting 20,000 events and entertaining 165 million guests each year, is powered by our depth of expertise and level of execution across every component - feasibility & consulting, owner's representation, sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and content & booking - of world-class live events and venues.
The Legends Global culture is one of respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can be authentic, make an impact, and grow their career.
Winning is an everyday thing at Legends Global. We have the best team members who understand every win is earned when we come together as one unified team. Sound like a winning formula for you? Join us!
THE ROLE
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Other duties may be assigned. Some Travel Required.
Manage and maintain internal controls and compliance in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Box Office/Ticketing. Maintain compliance for tax reporting purposes.
Review, Approve and help complete 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 & event related activities such as settlements, accounting, and event reporting.
Accounting for box office/ ticketing funds.
Supervise the process of recording manual journal entries along with helping prepare journal entries. Manage and assist finance team with the full cycle accounting to ensure accounting records are complete and accurate. Prepare financial statements, budget reports, KPI reporting and event flash reports in a timely and accurate manner.
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
Manage accounting for commissions related to F&B sales
Maintain contracts with all parties
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with all Legends Global policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty with energy and enthusiasm. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
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 and experience all aspects of the accounting cycle and principles and techniques of venue operation
Experience using Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Experience in the facilities/arena management industry (Preferred not Required)
Experience with financial reporting, including budgeting and forecasting
Skills and Abilities
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
Computer Skills
Extensive knowledge of accounting software, spreadsheets, and word processing software
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
CPA is preferred
Other Skills and Abilities
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
COMPENSATION
Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Location: On Site - DeVos Place, Van Andel Arena, Acrisure Amphitheater
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision for review of statistical and other financial records and information.
NOTE:
The essential responsibilities of this position are described under the headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.
Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
