Director of Finance

Department: Finance
Reports to: Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Supervises Others: Yes
DOL Status: Full-Time
Exemption Status: Salaried; Exempt

General Summary:
The Director of Finance oversees all aspects of finance, including accounting procedures and systems, budgeting, audits, compliance, and risk management. They will pair strategic vision with a hands-on approach and thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Equally important, they will demonstrate emotional intelligence, a collaborative spirit, and a passion for the entertainment industry and community engagement.

PMI Entertainment Group seeks an accomplished and visionary financial and operational leader to serve as its next Director of Finance. This is a rare opportunity to join an entrepreneurial organization. Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer (COO), the Director of Finance will be a key member of the leadership team and a true strategic partner to the COO. This leader will provide financial acumen and operational oversight of the Finance team. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned financial executive. This is an extraordinary opportunity for a dynamic and mission-driven financial leader.

Job Duties:

• Demonstrates and embodies the PMI Entertainment Group Culture and Customer Service values.
• Provides strategic financial leadership and operational oversight for the Finance department, ensuring alignment with PMI Entertainment Group’s goals, policies, and long-range planning objectives.
• Supervises and directs the preparation of financial reports, budgets, financial analyses, and studies related to revenues, expenditures, assets, liabilities, and equity.
• Reviews, develops, and recommends long-range fiscal programs, financial systems, and corporate planning initiatives.
• Develops, administers, and monitors accounting policies, procedures, internal controls, and corporate budgets to ensure consistency, accuracy, and compliance.
• Coordinates, maintains, and reviews existing and new financial and accounting systems and policies to ensure uniform operation across the organization.
• Oversees accounting operations, including general ledger activity, check writing, receipts and disbursements, payroll, bill review, expense and travel vouchers, and other claims submitted for payment.
• Reviews and monitors disbursements and receipts of all funds and determines appropriate accounting treatment.
• Provides technical and analytical guidance on financial matters to the President, COO, and department leaders to ensure compliance with approved accounting procedures, policies, and applicable laws.
• Prepares and presents regular and special financial reports, including monthly and annual reports for the Board and other stakeholders as necessary.
• Works closely with finance team to ensure alignment with policies and procedures, including settlements, audits, journal entries, and reconciliations.
• Prepares pre-event and post-event financial analyses, including financial proformas, to support event planning, evaluation, and decision-making.
• Conducts internal audits as requested or required and coordinates activities with outside auditors and other financial review bodies.
• Analyzes board resolutions, contracts, and agreements requiring the expenditure of funds and reviews draft resolutions related to financial matters.
• Participates with management in the development and negotiation of corporate contractual arrangements.
• Plans, develops, operates, and coordinates risk management, insurance management, purchasing, payroll, and companywide fixed asset programs.
• Oversees the detailed inventory of company property and equipment.
• Reviews and develops company information systems and programs that support effective financial operations and reporting.
• Interviews, hires, trains, supervises, evaluates, and, when necessary, disciplines or discharges Finance personnel in coordination with Human Resources.
• Directs and monitors Finance personnel to ensure proper accounting procedures are followed and department responsibilities are completed accurately and timely.
• Maintains open communication with all levels of staff and keeps employees informed of company and department goals, objectives, and expectations.
• Represents the organization at corporate, local government, and legislative meetings when necessary, including matters that may affect PMI operations.
• Maintains current knowledge of financial trends, regulations, and best practices through professional reading, research, conferences, seminars, and other learning opportunities.
• Takes ownership of the role by proactively learning new systems, processes, and expectations; demonstrates leadership, accountability, and self-direction while embodying PMI Entertainment Group Culture and Customer Service values.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field required.
• Must have eight to ten years of progressively responsible finance or accounting experience, including experience with budgeting, financial reporting, forecasting, analysis, internal controls, and accounting operations.
• Minimum of five years of supervisory or leadership experience, with demonstrated ability to develop, guide, and hold team members accountable.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Strong working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, accounting practices, financial reporting requirements, budget preparation, and fiscal control procedures.
• Ability to provide strategic financial guidance, analyze complex financial information, identify trends, and recommend sound business decisions.
• Demonstrated ability to take ownership of financial systems, processes, and reporting tools, including the ability to self-teach, troubleshoot, and improve workflows.
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy, accountability, and follow-through.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, including the ability to communicate financial information clearly to executive leadership, Board members, department leaders, and external stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and build effective working relationships.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, particularly Excel; experience with accounting, payroll, budgeting, or enterprise financial systems preferred.

Other Expectations:

• Frequent mobility and/or sitting or standing required for extended periods of time. 
• Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer and standard office equipment. 
• Normal range of hearing required plus vision correctable to 20/20 to read communications, reports, and computer terminals. 
• Must be able to communicate providing verbal feedback in a professional manner. 
• Must have ability to give, receive, and analyze information, formulate work plans, prepare written materials, and articulate goals and action plans.  
• Maintain a professional appearance, positive attitude, and commitment to exceptional customer service.
• Demonstrate strong judgment, discretion, and confidentiality when handling sensitive business information.
• Availability and ability to work irregular hours as dictated by facility schedule and project timetables to include nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.

PMI Entertainment Group is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer