KFC Yum! Center - Director of Finance
On-siteLouisville, Kentucky, United States
Job Summary
Oversee the finance and accounting functions of the KFC Yum! Center, directly supervising department employees in day-to-day facility accounting and internal controls. Manage and execute Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and box office/ticketing funds, while reviewing bank reconciliations and maintaining compliance for tax reporting and annual audits. Create, maintain, and manage budgeting and forecasting including operating, capital, and cash flow analysis, preparing financial statements and event reports for the Louisville Arena Authority Board. Supervise show-related activities such as settlements and accounting, manage payroll, and coordinate with outside auditors. Serve as Executive on Duty for select events and report financial performance alongside the General Manager. Requires 5-7 years of accounting experience, CPA preferred, and ability to work long, irregular hours and weekends.
Required Qualifications
- B.S. in Accounting or Finance from 4-year college/university or equivalent
- Minimum 5-7 years of related work experience
- Experience in developing and implementing policies and procedures as well as financial systems and controls
- Capable of handling all aspects of the accounting cycle and principles and techniques of venue operation
- Experience using Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Extensive knowledge of general and cost accounting
- Excellent math skills; high aptitude for figures
- Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and organizational ability
- Ability to work with and maintain highly confidential information is required
- Strong supervisory skills
- Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate well both inside and outside the organization
- Strong organization skills with attention to detail
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills essential
- Extensive knowledge of accounting software, spreadsheets, and word processing software
- Must be able to main strict confidentiality and judgment regarding privileged information
- Ability to work under above average pressure in meeting urgent deadlines
- Ability to work long, irregular hours and weekends as dictated by event schedules and projects
- Must be able to prioritize and complete work assignments on a timely basis
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in the facilities/arena management industry (Preferred not Required)
- CPA is preferred
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