As a key member of the management team, the Area Finance Director, you will report to the Regional Vice President and/or Regional Finance Director. In this role, you will be at the forefront of driving financial excellence across multiple venues within your designated region, specifically Rogers Stadium in Toronto and First Ontario Place, and First Ontario Concert Hall in Hamilton. Collaborating closely with various departments, you'll provide invaluable financial insights to support regional focuses aligned with company goals. Your leadership will be instrumental in developing and guiding Unit Finance Managers and General Managers (GMs) in budgeting, financial planning, and compliance activities, ensuring operational excellence across the region. Additionally, you will support decision-making with the hiring, onboarding, and performance management of the field finance team, ensuring their professional development and alignment with the region's objectives.

The Area Finance Director must be detail-oriented and have a passion for rolling up his/her sleeves. The culture at OVG supports those who possess a broad and strategic business perspective with a demonstrated tactical ability. This individual should possess a passion for the hospitality industry, support team-first collaboration, and be able to adapt to a continually evolving business environment.

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

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

This position will remain open until July 18, 2025.

• Ensure the team meets financial deadlines, including but not limited to weekly and monthly financial reporting and period close.
• Assess and improve processes and procedures to gain efficiencies and cost savings by driving continuous improvement; utilizing standardization, simplification, and automation when possible
• Ensure the team meets financial deadlines, including but not limited to weekly and monthly financial reporting and period close.
• Support the implementation of policies and programs in collaboration with District Managers, VP’s, and General Managers to achieve the region's financial and operating objectives.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, regulations, and accounting standards across all venues.
• Support new and current business start-ups by providing financial analysis and guidance.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement in partnership with leadership.
• Assist the Regional Finance Director and Division VP of Finance the presentation of Quarterly Management Operating Reviews.
• Conduct ongoing training sessions for the Unit’s finance team on new procedures and financial programs.
• Oversee payroll functions across the venues.
• Monitor accounts receivable administration and collection, with the goal of driving down AR outstanding through proactive practices.
• Review the controls of balance sheet reconciliations, including AR, Change Fund, Customer Deposits, Deferred Income, and Accrued Expenses at field locations.

• 5 to 7 years of experience in public accounting and/or financial management at a supervisory level or as department head.
• Acts as Manager on Duty as required. Must work nights and weekends if required.
• Previous experience in providing third-party services and overseeing operations across multiple sites is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience as a “hands-on” leader.
• Experience managing back-office capabilities (A/P, A/R, Payroll) is ideal.
• Excellent understanding of compliance requirements, financial processes and deadlines.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with a focus on coaching, mentoring, and developing teams.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and senior leadership.
• Commitment to fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• NetSuite and Sage experience is a plus.
  Industry experience is preferred.
• CPA or MBA a plus.
• Willing to travel 20-40% and provide key locations venue support.