Event Controller - Sports & Entertainment

$115k - $130k

NorthPoint Search Group Inc

Atlanta, GA

Event Controller – Sports & Entertainment

Who: Sports & Entertainment organization

What: Event Controller

When: ASAP

Where: Metro Atlanta, GA

Why: Growth

Office Environment: Hybrid

Salary: $115,000 – $130,000 commensurate with experience plus potential performance-based incentives.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Event Controller to oversee financial operations for live sports and entertainment events. This individual will manage the full financial lifecycle of events—from initial budget creation through post-event reconciliation—while partnering closely with event operations, production, sponsorship, and leadership teams. The ideal candidate understands the financial complexities of ticketed live events, including vendor management, production costs, revenue tracking, and real-time expense monitoring.

Key Responsibilities:

Build and manage comprehensive event budgets for live sports and entertainment productions.
Track and monitor event-related expenses in real time to ensure alignment with approved financial plans.
Perform detailed post-event reconciliations including ticket revenue, sponsorship income, production costs, and vendor payments.
Partner with operations and executive leadership to forecast financial performance across the event calendar.
Analyze budget variances and provide actionable insights to improve profitability.
Establish and maintain financial controls for event spending and on-site processes.
Prepare financial reports, summaries, and executive presentations.
Support compliance requirements and external or internal audits as needed.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. 5+ years of accounting or finance experience within sports, live events, entertainment, or production environments. Proven experience developing and reconciling event budgets from pre-production through final settlement. Strong understanding of revenue recognition, accrual accounting, and cost tracking in ticketed event environments. Advanced Excel skills and experience with accounting/ERP systems. Ability to manage multiple events simultaneously in a deadline-driven setting. Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally.

If you're interested in learning more about this opportunity or would like to discuss your qualifications, please apply now.

Apply

Vacancy posted 4 days ago

Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Event Controller - Sports & Entertainment in Atlanta, GA vacancy

Controller
...hotel ensuring accuracy and compliance with company internal controls and local hotel polices.• Prepare the daily report for circulation... ...of such• Monitor and record all house account meals and entertainment expenses and report any non-compliance• Prepare reports such...
Suggested
Work at office
Local area
Flexible hours
Night shift
Afternoon shift
Hotel-Indig
Atlanta, GA
4 days ago
Controller
...Controller Location: North Metro Atlanta, GA (Hybrid - 4 days in office) Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt Reports... ...companies and organizations across retail, transportation, sports and entertainment, corporate, education, broadcast, government, and many other...
Suggested
Full time
Work at office
Local area
Birddog Talent LLC
Atlanta, GA
1 day ago
Interim Controller
...anything else that has drifted Accounting system transition or ERP financial module implementation and data migration Internal controls and process documentation Audit preparation and management of the external audit relationship Day-to-day management of the...
Suggested
Contract work
Interim role
VDS Consulting Group
Atlanta, GA
2 days ago
Operations Controller
$70k
Job Description Job Description Position Title: Operations Controller Delta ATL (Remote) Pay Grade: 14 Reports To: Salary $70,000 Other Forms of Job Description As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career...
Suggested
Work at office
Local area
Remote work
Flexible hours
Eurest
Atlanta, GA
1 day ago
Controller
$120k - $140k
...Preferred Education and ExperienceBachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance preferred 5-7 Years of proven work experience as Assistant Controller or Controller or 2+ yrs. of leadership experience required Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Required Knowledge, Skills and...
Suggested
Minimum wage
Ongoing contract
Full time
Work experience placement
Work at office
Local area
Remote work
Worldwide
ZOLL Medical
Atlanta, GA
3 days ago
Controller
$130k - $150k
...us your resume. Salary: $130,000 - $150,000 per year A bit about us: We are seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented Permanent Controller to join our dynamic Accounting and Finance team. This role will be pivotal in guiding the financial decisions of our organization...
Permanent employment
Temporary work
Local area
Immediate start
Jobot
Atlanta, GA
3 days ago
Controller
We are looking for a Controller to work for our client. The ideal candidate aligns with the responsibilities and qualifications outlined below.This is a great opportunity for an experienced accounting leader to own the full accounting function and play a key role in financial...
Remote work
Ringside Talent Acquisition Partners
Atlanta, GA
2 days ago
Controller
...Controller To Apply Now - email your resume to ****@*****.*** Who: Leading public company seeking a Controller to oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance functions. What: Lead month-end...
Full time
Work at office
Flexible hours
NorthPoint Search Group Inc
Atlanta, GA
3 days ago
Controller
...for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Controller Regular Full-Time Atlanta, GA, US 30+ days ago Requisition... ...and represents the Bank at business, professional, and community events, functions, meetings, organizations, associations, programs,...
Full time
Temporary work
Work at office
Local area
Flexible hours
Ctbconnect
Atlanta, GA
5 days ago
Controller
...Controller An established and growing real estate investment firm is seeking an experienced Controller to lead all accounting and financial reporting functions. The Controller will oversee all accounting procedures, policies, financial reporting, and financial controls...
Full time
Immediate start
NorthPoint Search Group Inc
Decatur, GA
2 days ago
Controller
...optimal organizational structure as the company grows. Implement approved structural or process changes to improve efficiency, internal controls, and reporting quality. Third-Party Accounting Team Oversight Serve as the primary point of contact for the outsourced...
For contractors
Meridian Group Partners
Atlanta, GA
1 day ago
Construction Controller
...Construction Controller An established and growing civil construction company operating in the Southeast is seeking an experienced Controller with deep heavy construction accounting expertise. Position Overview: Our client is seeking a seasoned Controller to...
Local area
NorthPoint Search Group Inc
Atlanta, GA
4 days ago
Divisional Controller
...Divisional Controller The Divisional Controller is a hands-on finance position that will direct the financial affairs of one of the largest Business Units across the company. Reporting to the VP Finance and Administration, this role will be managing the AR, AP, payroll...
Local area
Staff Financial Group
Atlanta, GA
3 days ago
Controller
...Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Employee discounts Paid time off Controller Gammon Theological Seminary Department: Finance & Administration Reports To: President/CEO and CFO FLSA Status: Exempt Employment Status: Full-Time The Controller is an individual...
Full time
Work from home
Flexible hours
Gammon Theological Seminary
Atlanta, GA
5 days ago
Controller
$140k
...caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential. A growing, private equity-backed SaaS organization is seeking a Corporate Controller to lead and scale its accounting and financial operations. This is a high-visibility opportunity for a hands-on finance leader...
Permanent employment
Temporary work
GHJ
Atlanta, GA
4 days ago
Plant Controller
...We are partnering with a private equity-backed manufacturing company in the Des Moines area that is looking for a Plant Controller for its Grimes facility. Highlights: Serve as the key finance partner to plant leadership and operations Own plant financials...
Havenridge Talent Advisory
Atlanta, GA
1 day ago
Chemical Operator
...ideas to take Nexus to the next level.As an HMI (Human Machine Interface) operator in a manufacturing plant, your main role is to control and monitor the industrial and manufacturing processes in the plant or factory. You will be responsible for operating the HMI software...
Worldwide
Shift work
Nexus Circular
Atlanta, GA
3 days ago
Controller Consultant
...Controller Consultant — Atlanta, GA Dak Consulting Group (DCG) is seeking experienced Controller Consultants to support clients through interim leadership needs, accounting transformations, process improvement initiatives, and complex financial projects. As a Controller...
Interim role
Remote work
Dak Consulting Group (DCG)
Atlanta, GA
3 days ago
Quality Coordinator
...effectiveness of our products. Working closely with senior management, the Quality Coordinator will develop and implement quality control measures, monitor performance of our products, and identify opportunities for improvement. The successful candidate will have a strong...
CorDx
Atlanta, GA
1 day ago
Chemical Operator
...ideas to take Nexus to the next level. As an HMI (Human Machine Interface) operator in a manufacturing plant, yourmain roleis to control andmonitorthe industrial and manufacturing processes in the plant or factory. You willbe responsible foroperatingthe HMI software...
Worldwide
Shift work
Insperity
Atlanta, GA
13 hours ago
Construction Controller
Rapidly growing Commercial General Contracting company located in Atlanta, GA is searching for a Construction Controller to join their team. Primary Responsibilities Full charge accounting and financial responsibility for general and administrative functions of the firm...
For contractors
Immediate start
Staff Financial Group
Atlanta, GA
2 days ago
Controller
Controller Position Summary A well-established organization is seeking a hands-on accounting and finance leader to oversee financial reporting, treasury management, compliance, and accounting operations. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with executive leadership...
For contractors
Work at office
Local area
Vaco
Atlanta, GA
5 days ago
Controller
$130k - $150k
Controller $130000 - $150000 per year | Atlanta, GA | On-site | Permanent Incredible opportunity to join an industry leading, stable Atlanta based company, flexible hybrid & remote capabilities & competitive compensation and bonus! A bit about us: We are seeking a highly...
Permanent employment
Temporary work
Local area
Remote work
Flexible hours
Australia-Employment
Atlanta, GA
5 days ago
Controller
Accountants One is working an exclusive search for a Controller role with a growing Manufacturing Company PE owned in the Metro Atlanta area. The company is growing and adding this role to the team to support the key leadership in the organization. The Controller will...
Accountants One
Atlanta, GA
3 days ago
Controller
...Environment: Hybrid or In-Office. Salary: Base, Bonus, Pension, Outstanding benefits and generous PTO Position Overview: The Controller will lead the accounting function for a growing construction firm, driving accurate financial reporting, operational efficiency,...
Work at office
Immediate start
Staff Financial Group
Atlanta, GA
3 days ago
Controller
Director of Recruiting & Marketing at The Sack Company | Trades Advocate The Controller is a senior leadership role that blends financial stewardship with operational oversight, particularly in Accounting and HR. This role is responsible for managing the company’s financial...
Full time
Contract work
For contractors
Local area
The Sack Company
Atlanta, GA
1 day ago
Controller
Growing, private equity-backed organization in Buckhead is seeking a Controller to join its leadership team. This role offers significant exposure to both accounting and finance, including operational analysis, KPI reporting, forecasting, strategic planning, and acquisition...
Pine Tree Recruiting LLC
Atlanta, GA
5 days ago
Controller
...services business in NE Atlanta. The company is continuing to scale through organic growth and acquisitions and is seeking a Corporate Controller to oversee the accounting function and help drive the continued professionalization and transformation of the finance...
BCS Finance
Atlanta, GA
1 day ago
Dealership Controller
Automotive Controller - Dealership Comptroller We are looking to help a dealership find an experienced Dealership Comptroller. Are you up for a New Challenge? Qualifications Have at least a few years of Dealership Controller/Office Manager experience Control all aspects...
Work at office
CarGuys Inc.
Atlanta, GA
4 days ago
Controller
$175k - $220k
...resume. Salary: $175,000 - $220,000 per year. A bit about us We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated Permanent Controller to join our dynamic team in the regenerative infrastructure industry. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing...
Permanent employment
Summer work
Immediate start
Flexible hours
Jobot
Atlanta, GA
1 day ago

Do you want to receive more vacancies?

Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Event Controller - Sports & Entertainment. Be the first to apply!