Svp, Global Controller Job at Legends Global (Norwalk, CT)

Job Description

Legends Global is the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands. We deliver a fully integrated solution of premium services that keeps our partners front and center through our white-label approach. Our network of 450 venues worldwide, hosting 20,000 events and entertaining 165 million guests each year, is powered by our depth of expertise and level of execution across every component — feasibility & consulting, owner’s representation, sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and content & booking — of world-class live events and venues. The Legends Global culture is one of respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can be authentic, make an impact, and grow their career. Winning is an everyday thing at Legends Global. We have the best team members who understand every win is earned when we come together as one unified team. Sound like a winning formula for you? Join us!

Job Responsibility

Ensure monthly financials are prepared and distributed timely and accurately
Recommend improvements to the month-end close processes
Assist in handling the day-to-day operations, ensuring all basic accounting functions are being performed properly
Approve various account reconciliations and assist in resolving any discrepancies timely
Analyze financial reports pre-close and post-close to determine trends, estimates, and significant changes
Oversee accurate preparation of the Consolidate financial statements, including international entities under US GAAP
Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for internal and external stakeholders
Coordinate with leadership and the FP&A team around the group-wide budgeting and forecasting processes
Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable functions to monitor vendor payments and customer collections
Oversee timely completion of the statutory audit financial statements for international entities
Own the accounting policies, including incorporating enhancements due to changes within business, regulatory changes or accounting guidance
Coordinate with the Tax department around the provision and timing requirements of tax forms due
Ensure adherence to local and international tax regulations, including VAT and income tax reporting
Develop and implement internal controls and process enhancements across all as needed around the month-end close, and other business processes as required
Oversee compliance with corporate policies, including internal control requirements
Coordinate with the external auditors around audit planning, interim testing, and year-end testing for annual financial statement audit requirements
Provide financial insights to support decision-making, including variance analysis and KPI tracking
Lead financial integration for mergers and acquisitions, ensuring harmonized reporting and compliance
Coordinate with Treasury around cash flow management and forecasting
Partner with the FP&A team to deliver timely monthly results to the C-Suite
Leverage strengths of the current team members, clearly define the roles and responsibilities and develop and implement training programs
Supervise and mentor accounting and finance teams across the group, including international locations
Provide leadership in strengthening internal communications with staff at all levels throughout the organization
create and promote a positive and supportive work environment
Coordinate with local and international finance teams to ensure consistent application of group policies and procedures
Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, including ERP system implementation and upgrades
Ensure local ERP systems align with group requirements and support business activities
Lead initiatives to standardize financial processes and reporting across all entities
Act as a liaison between regional finance teams, senior management, and external stakeholders, including external auditors
Assist in preparation of materials for lender reporting, board meetings and audit committees
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with all Legend Global policies and applicable laws

Requirements

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance or accounting and a CPA
15+ years of progressive experience in financial management, and prior experience in a similar role
Proven expertise in financial consolidation, reporting, and compliance
Strong experience in coordinating audit activities and managing reporting
Prior experience with ERP systems and advanced financial modeling tools
Experience coordinating with auditors from a Controllership perspective
Strong knowledge of US GAAP, including financial reporting standards
Proficiency in forecasting, and variance analysis
Advanced Excel and data analysis skills
Excellent leadership and team management abilities
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
experience in effectively communicating key data, including presentations to senior management, board, or other outside stakeholders
Ability to translate complex financial concepts to individuals at all levels including finance and non-finance
Commitment to recruiting, mentoring, training, and retaining a diverse team
the foresight and ability to delegate accordingly

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401k plan

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