Posted:
12/18/2024, 6:02:18 AM
Location(s):
New York, New York, United States ⋅ New York, United States
Experience Level(s):
Senior
Field(s):
Finance & Banking
Workplace Type:
On-site
Who We Are:
On Location is a premium experience provider, offering world class hospitality, ticketing, curated guest experiences, live event production, and travel management across sports, entertainment, and fashion. From unrivaled access for corporate clients to guests looking for fully immersive experiences at marquee events, On Location is the premier and official service provider to over 150 iconic rights holders, such as the IOC (Paris 2024, Milano Cortina 2026, LA 2028), NFL, NCAA, UFC and PGA of America, and numerous musical artists and festivals. The company also owns and operates a number of unique and exclusive experiences, transforming the most dynamic live events into a lifetime of memories. On Location is a subsidiary of Endeavor, a global sports and entertainment company.Endeavor is a global sports and entertainment company, home to many of the world’s most dynamic and engaging storytellers, brands, live events, and experiences. The Endeavor network specializes in talent representation through entertainment agency WME; sports operations and advisory, event management, media production and distribution, and brand licensing through IMG; live event experiences and hospitality through On Location; full-service marketing through global cultural marketing agency 160over90; and sports data and technology through IMG ARENA and OpenBet. Endeavor is also the majority owner of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO), a premium sports and entertainment company comprising UFC and WWE.Position Overview:
Finance Manager FP&A/Mgmt. Accounting is a hands-on finance position working on all FP&A and Management Accounting activities within this On Location division.
The position will report to the Senior Finance Manager FP&A/Mgmt. Accounting – FIFA and proactively support the business team in the delivery of the hospitality products. The ideal candidate possesses strong technical analytics and accounting experience (preferably within Events or Hospitality) along with the adaptability, resilience to change and inter-personal skills necessary to thrive in large people-oriented organizations.
Assume position as one of the lead finance contacts for the central overheads in the On Location FIFA division
Manage and develop 1 or more Event Accountants either permanent or fixed term
Perform the management accounting deliverables for monthly, quarterly and yearly reporting
Assist with the project’s core financial process including annual plans, quarterly, and monthly forecasts.
Business Partner with functional areas to track spend and forecast future performance
Able to partner cross functionally and at all levels.
Analysis of operating results compared to plan, prior periods, and forecasts.
Prepare area specific forecasts, budgets, and multi-year financial plans and analyze trends in revenue, expense, capital expenditures, and other related areas.
Maintain financial models to adjust forecasted results for changes in currency, economic environment, additional headcount, and efficiency improvements.
Be the onsite eyes and ears for finance, fostering a no-surprises culture where finance is integral to all discussions involving financial impacts. Ensure finance has a key seat at the table for informed and strategic decision-making.
This role will be specifically focused on OPEX while also supporting the wider team initiatives.
Qualifications
3+ years of progressive experience in Finance and Accounting
Bachelors Degree in Finance or Accounting; ACA, Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and/or MBA (Ideally)
Experience in Events or Hospitality
Ability to hold themselves and others accountable for performance.
Travel as required
Skills and abilities
Leadership qualities and ability to manage a team
Entrepreneurial attitude towards the business and a strong work ethic
Credibility and trustworthiness in their dealings with others
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Financial Statements and reports
Pro-active
Flexible and ability to adapt approach
Strong communication and relationship building skills
Collaborative and team player
Ability to prioritize and balance work
Per local requirements and in the interest of transparency, the range shown below reflects the prevalent current hiring range for this position. Hiring pay rates are based on a number of factors, including location and may vary depending on job-related qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. Endeavor strives to provide locally competitive rewards packages, which include base rate along with, as applicable, short- and long-term incentives, growth and developmental opportunities, and robust benefits, such as health care, retirement, vacation and other paid time off, and additional offerings.
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Hiring Range Maximum:
$80,000 annuallyWebsite: https://thegistsports.com/
Headquarter Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Employee Count: 1-10
Year Founded: 2017
IPO Status: Private
Last Funding Type: Debt Financing
Industries: eSports ⋅ Media and Entertainment ⋅ Sports