Finance Manager | Full-Time | Ovintiv Events Centre

Spectra; Dawson Creek; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in venue development is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee financial transactions and payroll operations. The role involves significant accounting responsibilities, requires a minimum of 5 years’ experience, and offers a competitive salary range. Benefits include health insurance and pension matching. The position provides opportunities for administrative support related to event management.

Benefits

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Pension matching

Paid Time Off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays)

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of modern office procedures and related computer equipment.
• Experience in financial reporting and analysis.
• Clear and concise communication skills, both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day processing of financial transactions.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records for accounts receivable/payable.
• Assist in payroll processing and maintain employee records.

Skills

Knowledge of payroll functions and procedures

Knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable/collections

Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and Outlook

Excellent time-management and organizational skills

Education

Minimum of 5 years related education and experience

Tools

Mid-Range Accounting Systems such as Netsuite

Payroll Processing Software such as Ceridian or ADP

Job description

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

The Finance Manager will provide administrative (25%) and accounting (75%) support in all aspects of the Finance Department and business transactions. Main accounting tasks consist of – but are not limited to - payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, collections, daily reporting and office administration. They will work some scheduled evenings and weekends assisting in the preparation and execution of all events by assisting with the management of the event financial requirements, artist payments, and merchandise settlements. They work directly with all building departments and corporate clients and must provide a high level of customer service, keeping immaculate records and an organized filing system. They will work with minimal supervision, using resources and time management skills to reach deadlines and complete tasks with a high level of accuracy.

This role pays an annual salary of $57,000-$60,000 CAD

Benefits for Full-Time roles: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, Pension matching, and Paid Time Off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays)

This position will remain open until September 19, 2025.

About the Venue

The Ovintiv Events Centre operated by Oak View Group is the premier event facility providing a wide range of sports and entertainment opportunities for the Alberta and British Columbia Peace Region.

Responsibilities

• Perform the day-to-day processing of financial transactions to ensure that finances are maintained in an effective and accurate manner
• Verify that transactions comply with financial policies and procedures
• Maintain accurate records of accounts receivable and payable
• Compile vendor lists and handle distribution of yearly correspondence
• Process and prepare accounts payable invoices
• Prepare monthly cheque run, bank efts and manual cheques as required
• Prepare accounts receivable invoices
• Prepare and email monthly accounts receivable statements
• Reconcile box office accounting and sales reports
• Record and maintain contract agreements
• Receive payments; preparing deposits and posting cash receipts
• Review timecards and clocked time to process scheduled payroll
• Provide time clock/ADP/payroll training to supervisors
• Submit and receive payroll and prepare required payroll reports
• Maintain employee records
• Follow strict confidentiality protocol
• HR functions including submitting employee benefits forms and reconciling benefits payments
• Updating Employee records such as vacation/sick forms
• Assist as required during scheduled or other audits
• Assist IT with network – computer issues, updates, and scheduling
• Administrative duties for Assistant/General Manager such as typing, record-keeping, researching, scheduling, expense reporting, filing
• Oversee receiving/shipping of office mail and courier
• Ensure the office is equipped with adequate equipment/stationary supplies
• Attend and participate in meetings
• Attend and participate in fundraising, marketing initiatives, corporate events as required
• Perform related professional accounting work in support of accounting functions
• Prepare a variety of financial reports and analyses
• Operate a ten key calculator by touch at a speed necessary for successful job performance
• Operate a computer to perform accounting functions
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required
• Manage merchandise sales: schedule and supervise sellers, setup, inventory counts, settlements
• Prepare artist and day of show payments
• Management of cash machines: order cash, stock, track transactions, and troubleshooting
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years combined related education and experience
• Knowledge of payroll functions and procedures
• Knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable/collections, and maintaining general ledgers
• Knowledge of modern office procedures, methods and related computer equipment
• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in preparing and entering financial and payroll information
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and Outlook is required
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Experience in Mid-Range Accounting Systems such as Netsuite and in Payroll Processing Software such as Ceridian or ADP.
• Excellent time-management and organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple assignments.

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 ourpeople, improves ourservice, and raises ourexcellence. 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.