Finance Manager

Oak View Group; Chester, Greater Manchester; On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Finance Manager, overseeing crucial financial operations in a dynamic environment. This role involves preparing financial statements, managing accounts, and ensuring compliance with accounting principles. You'll be part of a diverse team committed to innovation in the live event industry, where your contributions will directly impact financial success and operational excellence. With a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career while making a difference in a vibrant sector.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of accounting or finance experience, supervisory experience is a plus.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and hospitality industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements and oversee accounts payable and receivable processes.
• Establish system controls for new financial systems and ensure compliance.

Skills

Accounting

Financial Reporting

GAAP

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Associate or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Sage

NetSuite

PeopleSoft Financials

ADP Payroll Software

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.

Overview

The Finance Manager will play a crucial role in the financial operations of Subaru Park. Reporting to the General Manager with a dotted line to OVG Field Finance leadership, the Finance Manager will oversee a range of accounting functions, including financial reporting, closing the books, consolidating financial results, and managing accounts receivable and payable.

This role pays an annual salary of $80,000-$85,000.

Benefits for FT roles: Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan, 401(k) matching, and paid time off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays).

This position will remain open until May 23, 2025.

Responsibilities

• Accounting and Financial Reporting:
  • Prepare financial statements, including monthly statements, annual budget, and annual reports.
  • Oversee and assist in closing the books and consolidating financial results.
  • Perform and/or supervise accounts payable and receivable processes.
  • Ensure accuracy of general ledger coding and post original entries.
  • Reconcile bank statements and select balance sheet accounts.
  • Conduct cost analyses and rate studies.
  • Oversee document coding and reconcile sales reports to month-end postings.
  • Provide accounting support to various departments and coordinate with them on labor allocation costs.
• Financial Systems and Controls:
  • Establish system controls for new financial systems and improve existing procedures.
  • Safeguard company assets through close monitoring of accounting procedures and conduct audits as needed.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations in accounting and audit work.
• External Relations and Reporting:
  • Coordinate the preparation of external audit materials and financial reporting.
  • Work with auditors to verify financial information and procedures.
  • Manage the calculation and reporting of sales tax, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
  • Assist with payroll processing and benefits administration.
  • Provide general office and administrative support as needed.
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Qualifications:
  • Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business management, or a closely related field preferred.
  • At least 3-5 years of accounting, finance or comparable work experience, supervisory experience is a plus.
  • Solid understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
  • Hospitality industry experience is highly preferred.
  • Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word), accounting software experience is a plus (Sage, NetSuite, PeopleSoft Financials, ADP Payroll software).
  • Excellent facilitation, collaboration, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • High level of organization, self-motivation, and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Flexibility to work extended hours, including late nights, weekends, and holidays, as required by business needs.

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.