Regional Director of Finance

Oak View Group

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, OVG360 will report to the Senior Regional Director of Finance of OVG360.  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.  

The 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. 

This role pays a yearly salary of $100,000 to $130,000 and is bonus eligible.

Benefits for FT roles: Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan, 401(k) matching, and paid time off (vacation days, sick days, and 12 holidays).

This position will remain open until November 20, 2024

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for the Facilities Division 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.
• Prepare venue budgets and forecasts as well as tracking reports, including explanation of variances.
• Provide timely analyses of results and perform balance sheet account reconciliations
• 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

Qualifications

Education & certification/ license credentials

• BS Accounting or Finance

• CPA preferred

functional competencies — skills, knowledge & experience

• 7+ years of progressive work experience in accounting & finance
• Prior experience in sports, entertainment, facility management
• Prior regional oversight of multiple venues preferred
• Demonstrated experience as a “hands-on” finance professional
• Strong understanding of accounting standards and practices
• 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
• 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
• Public accounting experience is a plus.
• NetSuite and Sage experience is a plus.

Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.