Location US-AL-Mobile

Job Post Information* : Posted Date 50 minutes ago(8/14/2026 10:33 AM)

The Director of Finance is primarily responsible for overseeing all aspects of the financial agreements, including developing, coordinating, and supervising the accounting procedures related to the operation of the facilities. Including but not limited to maintaining formal accounting systems, supervising the organization of accounting records, supervising the preparation of monthly financial statements and event settlements, and preparing and managing the yearly budget. This position is on-site at the Saenger Theatre and/or Regions Arena or Mobile Convention Center. Standard business hours apply, with occasional flexibility required to support events, including mornings, evenings, and weekends as needed. Must maintain regular attendance and a professional presence.

This role pays an annual salary of $125,000 – $140,000 and is bonus eligible.

Benefits for Full-Time roles: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, 401(k) matching, and Paid Time Off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays).

This position will remain open until November 13, 2026.

• Manages and participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities of assigned programs and functions, including payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchasing, budgeting, and the general ledger.
• Manages and participates in the development and administration of the convention center's annual budget; directs and provides consultation to department managers in the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; directs the monitoring of and approves expenditures; implements budgetary adjustments as necessary.
• Prepares financial statements for the client and OVG Corporate Office and other financial reports, including monthly statements, annual budget, and annual report.
• Coordinates the accounting activities of the facility in relation to the annual audit; serves as liaison for the Accounting Section with other departments, divisions, and outside auditors; and negotiates and resolves significant and controversial issues.
• Analyzes balance sheet and P & L figures for monthly financial statements; prepares comments and explanations of performance trends.
• Reviews and executes all checks and deposits; reviews daily cash receipts and disbursements.
• Reviews financial statements with management personnel.
• Plans, develops, and recommends procedures to ensure the financial management of the facility is in line with corporate goals and objectives.
• Selects, trains, motivates, and evaluates Accounting Department staff; provides or coordinates staff trainings; works with employees to correct deficiencies.
• Plans, directs, coordinates, and reviews the workflow for the Finance Department; meets with staff on a regular basis to identify and resolve challenges; assigns work activities, projects, and programs; monitors workflow; reviews and evaluates methods and procedures.
• Monitors compliance with all provisions of the management contract.
• Assist with show settlement, including payments to promoters; compile all post-show financial info to enter GL; prepare show income/loss reports.
• Prepare appropriate state and local tax returns to be filed timely.
• Works cooperatively with other department directors on projects of mutual interest.
• Occasionally functions as Manager on Duty.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• 5-7 years of professional accounting experience, including at least three (3) years of leadership responsibility.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance, public or business administration, or a related field. Additional experience may be substituted for formal education.
• Experience with NetSuite and Oracle preferred.
• Previous Arena/Hotel/Convention Center accounting experience preferred.
• Certified Public Accountant preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, accounting systems software, and internet applications.
• Application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principals.
• Accurate interpretation and preparation of financial statements and budgets.
• Principles and practices of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
• Relevant federal, state, and local regulations.
• Terminology used in entertainment and convention settings.
• Principles of budget preparation and control.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, contractors, and facility users.
• Communicate clearly and concisely.
• Recruit, interview, select, train, manage, direct, and evaluate all subordinate employees in the Finance Department.
• Provide administrative and professional leadership and direction for all finance activities.
• Recommend and implement goals, objectives, and practices for providing effective and efficient customer service.
• Recognize challenges, analyze and identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of organizational objectives.
• Interpret and apply administrative and departmental policies and procedures.

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