Accounting Manager | Full-Time | Ryan Field at Northwestern University

Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management hospitality and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015 the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas stadiums convention centers music festivals performing arts centers and cultural institutions spanning four continents.

The Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day accounting and financial operations of the organization. This position manages accounting processes financial reporting reconciliations accounts payable and receivable month-end close budgeting support and internal controls. The Accounting Manager works closely with operational leadership Finance Human Resources vendors and other internal stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely financial information and compliance with company policies and accounting standards. This position provides leadership and guidance to accounting staff and plays an important role in maintaining financial accuracy operational efficiency and fiscal accountability.

This role pays an annual salary of $75000 - $85000.

Benefits for Full-Time roles: Health Dental and Vision Insurance 401(k) Savings Plan 401(k) matching and Paid Time Off (vacation days sick days and 11 holidays).

This position will remain open until November 13 2026.

• Oversee the day-to-day accounting operations including accounts payable accounts receivable cash management general ledger and financial reporting.
• Manage and coordinate the monthly quarterly and annual financial close processes.
• Review and approve journal entries account reconciliations accruals and other accounting transactions.
• Prepare and review monthly financial statements management reports and financial analyses.
• Analyze financial results identify variances and communicate findings and recommendations to leadership.
• Ensure accurate recording and reconciliation of revenue expenses cash and other financial activity.
• Oversee accounts payable processes including invoice review coding approvals and payment processing.
• Oversee accounts receivable processes including invoicing collections and account reconciliation.
• Monitor cash handling and cash reconciliation procedures and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Assist with annual budgeting forecasting and financial planning processes.
• Monitor departmental and operational expenses and identify opportunities to improve financial performance.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls and accounting procedures.
• Ensure compliance with company policies generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with external auditors tax professionals and other financial service providers as needed.
• Assist with annual audits and provide requested financial documentation and support.
• Review contracts purchase orders invoices and other financial documentation for accuracy and compliance.
• Manage fixed asset records and assist with capital expenditure tracking.
• Support payroll accounting and reconciliation processes as needed.
• Assist with financial systems implementation process improvements and automation initiatives.
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records and documentation.
• Identify accounting discrepancies and investigate and resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Develop and maintain accounting policies procedures and standard operating practices.
• Manage train coach and develop accounting staff.
• Manage staff schedules workload distribution performance expectations and professional development.
• Partner with operational leadership to provide financial guidance and support business decisions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Business Administration or a related field.
• 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience including supervisory or management experience.
• Strong knowledge of general accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Experience with month-end close account reconciliations budgeting and financial analysis.
• Experience managing and developing accounting personnel.
• Strong analytical organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive financial information.

• CPA or MBA preferred.
• Experience in hospitality entertainment sports food and beverage or a high-volume operational environment.
• Experience with large-scale event operations or multi-department financial management.
• Experience with accounting/ERP systems such as Oracle SAP Workday Microsoft Dynamics or similar platforms.
• Experience with budgeting and forecasting software.
• Experience managing financial operations across multiple departments or business units.

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 ourpeople improves ourservice and raises ourexcellence. 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.

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (protected class) including but not limited to veteran status uniform service member status race color religion sex national origin age physical or mental disability genetic information or any other protected class under federal state or local law.