Finance Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California, +3 more states.

📋 Description

• Act as the primary finance partner for the Core Events portfolio, taking ownership of event-level P&L oversight and reporting.

• Be responsible for Finance approval of event P&Ls, which includes the review, challenge, and validation of revenue, costs, and margin outcomes before closure and reporting.

• Collaborate closely with the Controllership team to guarantee the accuracy of accounting practices, completeness of accruals, and compliance with financial reporting standards.

• Manage and mentor Event Accountants, providing feedback on their work and supporting their professional development.

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes, including the review of journal entries, variance explanations, and management reporting outputs.

• Take charge of budgeting, forecasting, and multi-year planning processes for the assigned event portfolio.

• Work collaboratively with business leaders to track revenue performance, identify cost drivers, and optimize margins.

• Deliver variance analysis against plans, prior years, and the latest forecasts, accompanied by actionable insights.

• Maintain and improve financial models related to ticketing, hospitality packages, and event operations.

• Assist in contract analysis and accounting procedures (such as revenue recognition, cost capitalization, and principal vs. agent considerations).

• Ensure compliance with corporate finance policies, audit requirements, and internal control standards.

• Serve as the finance lead for major events, guaranteeing financial visibility, governance, and control in real-time.

⛳️ Requirements

• 5–7+ years of increasing responsibility in Finance, FP&A, or Accounting.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting; CPA and/or MBA is preferred.

• Strongly preferred background in live events, hospitality, sports, or entertainment industries.

• Proven experience managing junior team members or leading project workstreams.

• Comprehensive understanding of accounting principles and financial closing processes, with experience in reviewing or owning P&L accuracy.

• Excellent financial modeling, Excel, and data analysis capabilities.

• Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and thrive in fast-paced environments.

• Strong knowledge of event P&L structures, cost allocation, and profitability drivers.

• Experience interacting with senior leadership and producing executive-level deliverables.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health care

• Retirement

• Vacation and other paid time off