Assistant Finance Director (Etihad Park- Food and Beverage

Assistant Director of Finance

Legends Global is the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands. We deliver a fully integrated solution of premium services that keeps our partners front and center through our white-label approach. Our network of 450 venues worldwide, hosting 20,000 events and entertaining 165 million guests each year, is powered by our depth of expertise and level of execution across every component feasibility & consulting, owner's representation, sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and content & booking of world-class live events and venues.

The Legends Global culture is one of respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can be authentic, make an impact, and grow their career. Winning is an everyday thing at Legends Global. We have the best team members who understand every win is earned when we come together as one unified team.

The Role

The Assistant Director of Finance assists in planning, directing, and overseeing the financial and accounting operations of the facility. This role supports the Director of Finance and General Manager by ensuring accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, strong internal controls, and effective financial processes. Responsibilities are carried out personally or through the supervision of assigned staff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists in the development and implementation of facility goals and priorities related to financial management, budgeting, accounting, purchasing, and payroll in compliance with State and Federal regulations and Legends Global policies.
• Supports compliance with all provisions of the Legends Global management contract.
• Maintains coordination with Legends Global Risk Management and insurance providers to ensure appropriate coverage.
• Reviews contracts for clients, events, subcontractors, and food and beverage or concessionaires.
• Assists with the preparation and review of event settlements.
• Reviews and processes checks and deposits; reviews daily cash receipts and disbursements.
• Assists in monitoring and projecting daily cash flow; supports investment of excess cash as directed.
• Reviews purchasing activity for capital assets, office supplies, and facility supplies.
• Assists in the preparation of financial statements and reports for the Client and Legends Global Corporate, including monthly statements, annual budgets, and annual reports.
• Helps maintain accounting records showing receipts, expenditures, and financial position.
• Supports the maintenance of general and subsidiary ledgers, accounts receivable, revenue distribution, depreciation, cost accounting, property, operating expenses, and insurance records.
• Analyzes departmental financial performance and costs; assists in identifying trends and recommending corrective actions.
• Prepares reports and statements estimating future costs and revenues.
• Supports internal audits through review of accounting and administrative controls.
• Coordinates with the Director of Finance on client or external audit preparation and implements recommendations as assigned.
• Assists in year-end fiscal reporting for inclusion in the General Manager's annual report.
• Helps implement and maintain accounting, payroll, timekeeping, inventory, and financial control procedures.
• Reviews financial statements with department and management personnel.
• Assists with union labor contract administration and maintains positive working relationships with union representatives, as applicable.
• Acts as Manager on Duty as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support facility financial operations.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Assists in supervising finance staff in accordance with Legends Global policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities may include training, work assignment, performance feedback, and support in disciplinary actions, as directed by senior leadership.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance from a four-year college or university.
• 35 years of experience in accounting or financial management, preferably in venue, hospitality, or entertainment environments.
• Prior experience in a supervisory or lead role preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong working knowledge of general and cost accounting principles.
• High aptitude for numerical analysis and financial reporting.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle highly confidential information with discretion.
• Proficiency with accounting software, spreadsheets, and word processing applications.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• CPA preferred, but not required.

Compensation

Competitive salary between $90,000-$120,000 commensurate with experience, plus a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan.

Working Conditions

Location: On-site at Etihad Park

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

The responsibilities listed are representative and may be modified due to business needs or reasonable accommodations. This document does not constitute an employment contract.

Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and Protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.