Job Posting for Manager/Director, Finance Operations and Administration at Lansing Lugnuts
The Manager/Director of Finance Operations and Administration is a critical member of the Lugnuts team, responsible for executing all day-to-day tasks of the Lugnuts accounting/finance functions and overall operational administration of the business needs of the team. This position in our team would be comparable to an operational controller.
JOB DUTIES:
Work closely with management to set the organizational budget on an annual basis and ensure that all financial operations follow through.
Handle BOOKKEEPING daily duties that flow to the GL and engage in analysis of each entry to ensure the team is on track to budget.
Actively manage the A/R and A/P processes for the Lugnuts. Including creating invoices, managing payments, handling all cash activities, entering bills, cutting checks and perform monthly bank reconciliations.
Pull gameday flash reports and monthly budget trackers, special event reconciliations and other reports as needed.
Compile commission reports and tips.
Process full-time payroll and work with Director of Human Resources to review hourly payroll bi-weekly.
Attend select Lugnuts Games and various special events to represent the team, meet fans and sponsors, familiarize yourself with other areas of the operation and assist with execution.
Create quarterly City of Lansing lease reconciliations and process payments to City.
Work with CPA firm to complete year end financial statements, tax returns and annual audit.
Prepare and submit monthly and annual PDL financial reports to MLB.
Maintain current and accurate property taxes records and payments; process monthly/annual sales tax reports and payments.
Provide oversight to the Lugnuts PDL reimbursement process with the Oakland Athletics, including verifying hotel, meal money, petty cash, etc. expenses.
Obtain an in-depth knowledge of our IT environment, email system, and our point-of-sale systems so that direct support and assistance can be provided during baseball games and events. The Lugnuts maintain a relationship with an external IT provider and other support companies to assist with complex issues; however, a working knowledge of our IT environment is needed to provide immediate, on-site support when needed.
Attend the weekly sales/staff meetings to stay up to date and support team initiatives and sales efforts.
Utilize SCORE CRM and work with the Sales Department to maintain proper sales reports, pacing and infrastructure.
Learn ProVenue and be able to assist in management of on-line ticket sales and ticketing infrastructure.
Analyze financial agreements (credit card fees, merchant processing, etc.) and make recommendations of best processes to be the most cost effective and efficient.
Working with ownership to oversee and renew liability and property insurance policies.
Any other duties and responsibilities as designated by the General Manager.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Ten years of experience in operational hands on accounting and finance, this is a one person position managing a department that will be able to use part-time assistance in season.
Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, QuickBooks a plus); organizational and interpersonal skills; attention to detail.
Ability to work with and maintain highly confidential information required.
Extensive knowledge of general and cost accounting
Excellent math skills; high aptitude for figures
Ability to work flexible hours as understanding the action and being at select games and events will further knowledge base.
Experience in sports and or an event venue preferrred.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
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