Job Description

The DOF will oversee the finance and accounting functions of the MVP Arena and Parking Garage. Directly supervising Finance Department employees in the day-to-day functions involved in proper facility accounting. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Legend’s policies and applicable laws. Includes oversight of the Box Office. These responsibilities and tasks are coordinated with the General Manager, as well as Legend’s Regional Director of Finance.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists in the development and implementation of facility goals and priorities relating to financial management, budget, accounting, purchasing, and/or payroll in compliance with State and Federal law, and Legends policies and procedures. Monitors Legends compliance with all provisions of the management contract. Manages the Finance and Box Office teams. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of these units. Maintains contact with Legends’s Risk Management Department and Insurance broker for coordination of appropriate coverage.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Prepares financial statements for Client and Legends Corporate and other financial reports including monthly statements, annual budget and annual report
• Create, maintain, and manage budgeting and forecasting including, but not limited to, operating budget, and monthly forecasting
• Manage all aspects of the day-to-day accounting processes including sales recs, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and general ledger.
• Supervise and oversee various finance related processes to ensure accounting records are complete and accurate.
• Oversee all Payroll, Accounts Payable, & Accounts Receivable functions.
• Review and sign off bank reconciliations, account reconciliations, and other analyses.
• Prepare a revenue report after every event day.
• Assist in the design and development of internal control procedures to safeguard company assets.
• Review and prepare monthly financial results and externally required financial reports.
• Ensure a timely and accurate month-end closing process.
• Analyze the monthly balance sheet and P&L figures to prepare comments and identify performance trends.
• Assist in the preparation of ad hoc financial analysis for senior management including business forecasting.
• Provide strategic advice based on analyzing trends in the operation and the financial performance of the venue.
• Work with outside auditors
• Hire, train, review and retain finance and accounting staff.
• Build solid working relationships with business and department leaders.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• Acts as Executive on Duty as required.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• 3-5 years’ experience in Financial Management or CPA with 3-5 years’ experience in public accounting
• BA/BS in Accounting, Finance or related field required
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail are essential
• Must be highly analytical, can think creatively, and understand complex business dynamics
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and the ability to multi-task and prioritize in a deadline-oriented environment
• Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality and judgement regarding privileged information
• Ability to work with and maintain highly confidential information
• Prior supervisory experience
• Excellent computer skills. Knowledge of accounting software, spreadsheets and word processing software
• Ability to work long, irregular hours and weekends dictated by event schedules and projects.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essentials functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentials functions.

• Specific vision abilities include close vision review of statistical and other financial records and information
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time, standing and walking around the facility

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Some travel may be required.

NOTE: The essential responsibilities of this position are described under the headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

LOCATION: On-site, in person role

MVP Arena

51 S. Pearl Street

Albany, NY 12207

COMPENSATION:

• Salary: base starting at $85,000 annually, commensurate with experience
• This position is eligible to participate in the annual bonus program

FLSA Status: Salaried Exempt

Generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, and other voluntary benefits, paid time off and 401(k) plan

To Apply: Please submit resumes/applications online only. A resume is required.

Applicants that need reasonable accommodation to complete the application process may contact Christine Hayes at 518-487-2011.

Recruiter: Christine Hayes

MVP Arena 51 S. Pearl Street Albany, NY 12207

Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and

encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.