Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.

The Director of Finance is responsible for all day-to-day business/finance and human resources functions for OVG at Canada Life Place. The Position will interact with all departments, external finance related organizations, City of London, venue partners (such as promoters and London Knights) and OVG corporate offices.

This role pays an annual salary of $115,000-$125,000 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 December 19, 2025.

Canada Life Place opened in October of 2002 with a seating capacity of 9,036 for hockey and ice events and over 10,000 for concerts, family shows, and other events. The venue not only strives to meet the needs of the community through diverse programming, it also stands as a landmark of civic pride and community accessibility, promoting a sense of vibrancy and culture while also providing a wide range of public sports and entertainment. With a reputation and standard of excellence in the industry, Canada Life Place is a top stop for fans and performers alike. Canada Life Place is home to the London Knights of the Ontario Hockey League and the London Lightning of the Basketball Super League.

• Assists in the development and implementation of facility goals and priorities relating to financial management, budget, accounting, purchasing, and/or payroll in compliance with Provincial and Federal law, and policies and procedures.
• Monitors compliance with all provisions of the management contract and the Participatory Occupancy Lease.
• Maintains contact with Risk Management Department and Insurance broker for coordination of appropriate coverage.
• Reviews all contracts for client, events, subcontractors, food and beverage or concessionaires as needed.
• Prepares and participates in all event settlements, which involves working nights and weekends.
• Reviews and executes all checks and deposits; reviews daily cash receipts and disbursements.
• Monthly bank reconciliations for all accounts
• Develop, implement, and update Finance policies and procedures and all internal control.
• Review and approve the monthly financial statements and update the rolling forecast
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports for GM, LCC, City of London and OVG Corporate Offices
• Oversee and maintain LCC financial records and associated reporting
• Oversee all general accounting functions; including: General Ledger, Accounts Receivable, and Accounts Payable.
• Complete annual Financial reconciliations.
• Maintain records of non-resident tax payments and prepare annual T4-NRA summary and slip.
• Coordinate the annual budget process for Canada Life Place
• Direct completion of other reports and analysis as required
• Responsible for human resources functions; policies, records and requirements
• Research and negotiate for services in the areas of credit card processing, audit and other professional services
• Hire, train, direct and supervise finance department staff
• Act as liaison with Working Committee and LCC on Financial Issues
• Perform other duties as assigned by the General Manager or Assistant General Manager
• Prepare and file monthly HST returns, and WSIB returns
• Directs the maintenance of general and subsidiary ledgers, accounts receivable, revenue distribution, depreciation, cost, property, and operating expenses, and insurance records.
• Analyzes financial performance and cost analyses for all departments; prepares monthly financial statements, recommends appropriate actions/changes in order to meet business goals.
• Coordinates preparation of Client or external audit materials and financial reporting; implements recommendations of Client as requested.

• B.S. in Accounting or Finance from a four-year college or university.
• 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 be able to work nights and weekends if required.
• Be a business partner with other departments ensuring financial success of the venue.
• Extensive knowledge of general and cost accounting.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills and organizational ability.
• Effective supervisory skills.
• Experience in HR supervision and management. Including understanding benefits and Provincial regulations.
• Experience with ADP payroll, NetSuite and Coupa an asset.
• Industry experience is preferred.
• CPA or MBA preferred

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.