We are looking for a dedicated and experienced VP/Director of Finance to lead and oversee financial operations at our client's facility in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This role involves supervising the finance and accounting teams, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations, and managing all aspects of budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with the General Manager and Regional Director of Finance to maintain financial integrity and support the organization's goals. Responsibilities:• Manage and enforce internal controls for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Box Office/Ticketing operations, ensuring compliance with tax reporting requirements.• Review and approve reconciliations, including bank and account reconciliations, and perform detailed financial analyses as needed.• Develop, implement, and oversee budgeting processes, including operating budgets, monthly forecasts, capital budgets, and cash flow analyses.• Handle financial aspects of events, including settlements, accounting, and generating detailed event reports.• Supervise processes related to journal entries, fixed assets, payroll, and other financial operations to ensure accuracy and completeness of records.• Approve financial statements, budget reports, and event flash reports, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.• Coordinate with external auditors to complete annual audits and issue audited financial statements.• Prepare specialized financial reports and analyses as requested by leadership.• Oversee and manage the facility’s cash flow, balancing operational needs and investing idle funds appropriately.• Direct the Payroll, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable functions to ensure smooth operations.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance from a four-year accredited institution or equivalent.• Minimum of 5-7 years of relevant experience in financial management and accounting.• Proven ability to develop and implement financial systems, policies, and procedures.• Strong knowledge of the accounting cycle and principles related to venue operations.• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.• Experience in the facilities or arena management industry is preferred but not required.• Expertise in handling annual budgets, month-end close processes, financial reporting, and cash flow forecasts.• Demonstrated ability to recruit, train, and retain skilled finance and accounting staff. For confidential consideration, please reach out to Emily Schneller, Robert Half Recruiting Mananger, at 504-264-5922. Thank you for your interest in Robert Half.

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Baton Rouge, LA
onsite
Permanent
80000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a dedicated and experienced VP/Director of Finance to lead and oversee financial operations at our client's facility in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This role involves supervising the finance and accounting teams, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations, and managing all aspects of budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with the General Manager and Regional Director of Finance to maintain financial integrity and support the organization's goals. Responsibilities:• Manage and enforce internal controls for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Box Office/Ticketing operations, ensuring compliance with tax reporting requirements.• Review and approve reconciliations, including bank and account reconciliations, and perform detailed financial analyses as needed.• Develop, implement, and oversee budgeting processes, including operating budgets, monthly forecasts, capital budgets, and cash flow analyses.• Handle financial aspects of events, including settlements, accounting, and generating detailed event reports.• Supervise processes related to journal entries, fixed assets, payroll, and other financial operations to ensure accuracy and completeness of records.• Approve financial statements, budget reports, and event flash reports, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.• Coordinate with external auditors to complete annual audits and issue audited financial statements.• Prepare specialized financial reports and analyses as requested by leadership.• Oversee and manage the facility’s cash flow, balancing operational needs and investing idle funds appropriately.• Direct the Payroll, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable functions to ensure smooth operations.
2026-01-19T21:44:31Z

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