The Director, Finance & Operations will report to the Chief Executive Officer and will be responsible for all functions related to (1) financial documentation, reporting and budgeting and (2) overseeing all matters relating to non-revenue generating operations, including but not limited to “back office” operational and administrative tasks. This leader will be incredibly hands-on, i.e., someone who will build the business ground-up by implementing company financial policies and also by continuously analyzing key business inputs that will guide the company’s high-level business decisions.

JOB DESCRIPTION - WHAT YOU WILL DO:

FINANCE

Spearhead the annual and quarterly budgeting and forecasting processes
Prepare financial documents including business reports, financial forecasts and statements to understand the financial state of business (i.e., tracking KPIs across key revenue-generating departments)
Manage and communicate cash flow related issues, including accurate and timely preparation of monthly financial statements: cash flow statements, management of receivables, payables, cash balances, control mechanisms and timely deposits of all funds
Create annual budget and monthly variance analysis; investigate and critique variances to budget or to prior year and offer practical improvement methodologies
Oversee all internal and external financial audits, including coordination of work with CPA firms and delivering information requested by auditors on a timely basis
Provide analytical input and support to all major strategic evaluations and pursuits
Ensure appropriate allocation of business development resources and identify opportunities for performance improvement across the business
Reconcile back accounts, balance sheet analysis and maintain accounts receivable
Establish accounts payable policy and ensure vendors are paid in a timely manner
Provide general office, administrative and accounting support, event reporting
Reviews and executes all checks and deposits, reviews daily cash receipts and disbursements
Communicate with CEO to ensure alignment between strategic priorities and overall financial and operational plans
Collaborate with VP, Ticket Sales & Strategy and Head of Corporate Partnerships on data analytics in relation to sales and pricing strategies to achieve revenue goals

OPERATIONS

Work closely with CEO and GM to ensure that employees across the organization have a clear understanding of the short-term and long-term goals and are executing accordingly
Oversee box office, ticket sales receipts and reporting
Oversee all key organizational events and function as the main liaison during execution phases
Leverage company output to improve ranking in the competitive field
Oversee payroll and HR functions for the organization
Manage full-time and part-time hiring process, including recruiting, interviewing, and hiring
Tackle unforeseen issues and troubleshooting

CANDIDATE PROFILE – WHO YOU ARE:

5+ years of finance, accounting and business background
- Hospitality/sports industry experience preferred but not required
Proven track record of financial, operational and administrative management
Ideally, an understanding of the hospitality, sports, and entertainment marketplace in Las Vegas
A get-your-hands-dirty doer excited about placing their stamp on a start-up sports and entertainment franchise
- Must be effective in handling problems, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.
- Must be able to understand and evaluate complex information, data, etc. from various sources to meet appropriate objectives
An individual committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace who will be thoughtful in this respect when hiring, training, and providing performance management to employees
BA in finance, accounting, economics or related field
MBA preferred

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

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