Legends Global · 16 hours ago
Director of Finance (Etihad Park)
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$85K/yr - $90K/yr
7+ years expLegends Global is the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands. The Director of Finance serves as a strategic business partner and financial leader for the stadium, overseeing all financial planning, reporting, controls, and compliance across event and non-event operations.
HospitalityMarketingSports
Responsibilities
Serve as a strategic financial partner to the General Manager and other relevant stakeholders in driving financial initiatives
Provide analytical insights to improve profitability, efficiency, and financial controls
Advise operational leaders on the interpretation of financial data, trends, and variances, recommending actionable strategies to maximize revenue, manage costs, and mitigate risk
Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with ownership, client representatives, and senior venue leadership
Oversee all day-to-day accounting and finance functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger, and cash management
Train, coach, and mentor the finance department team members, supporting skill development and performance standards
Manage daily reconciliation of cash, credit card, and electronic payment transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal controls
Prepare and distribute post-event flash reports summarizing revenue performance and key financial metrics following each match or event
Develop weekly, monthly, and annual financial forecasts, analyzing results against budget and prior periods, and communicating risks and opportunities
Coordinate and oversee the preparation of monthly financial statements, ensuring timely and accurate month-end close in accordance with corporate and accounting standards
Analyze monthly balance sheets and profit-and-loss statements, preparing detailed commentary on financial performance, variances, and emerging trends
Lead the annual budgeting and reforecasting process
Oversee inventory controls and cost-of-goods analysis, partnering with operations to improve margins, reduce waste, and enhance accountability
Provide financial guidance to executive leadership to support matchday operations, non-event revenue, and special events
Oversee capital planning, capital expenditure tracking, and major projects, ensuring adherence to approved budgets and return-on-investment objectives
Ensure compliance with all company policies, contractual obligations, accounting standards, and applicable to federal, state, and local regulations
Support internal and external audits as required, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to control standards
Perform additional duties and responsibilities assigned by senior management
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and 7+ years in Financial, Accounting leadership role; preferably in the hospitality industry
Advanced knowledge of MS Excel and other MS Office software is required
Excellent organizational and communication skills and attention to detail essential
Demonstrated financial knowledge and strategic planning experience
Must be highly analytical, have the ability to think creatively, and understand complex business dynamics
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to multi-task and prioritize in a deadline-oriented environment
Must be flexible to work extended hours due to business requirements including nights, weekends and holidays
Some physical exertion is required
Supervises all team members by assigning and directing work. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's 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
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life and disability insurance
Paid vacation
401k plan
Company
Legends Global
Legends Global is the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues and brands.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
New Mountain Capital
2017-05-04Series Unknown
Leadership Team
Shervin Mirhashemi
Chief Executive Officer
Scott Aronsky
Chief Financial Officer
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