Office Manager (Lake Barrington & Libertyville)

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Lake Barrington, IL, USA
In-Office
49K-52K Hourly
Mid level
Events • Fitness • Sports • Hospitality
The Role
Manage daily office operations for two sports complexes, handling onboarding, payroll and accounting tasks, sales contract finalization, AR/AP, health & safety committee leadership, and regular manager-on-duty shifts to support staff and operations across locations.
Summary Generated by Built In

Canlan Sports exists to create experiences where people find their people through the power of play, because we believe everyone deserves a team. As North America's largest private sector owner and operator off recreational sports complexes, Canlan Sports brings that belief to life across 15 multi-sport complexes and more than 70 playing surfaces spanning Canada and the United States. From ice and court to turf and digital, we offer a wide array of recreational sports experiences designed to build community, foster connection, and change lives for the better.

Rate of Pay: $49,000 - $52,000/ hour

*Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location

Job Summary

The Office Manager plays a vital role in maintaining efficient office operations by overseeing administrative processes and serving as the first point of contact for sports complex employees regarding onboarding, employment policies, and employee relations. They lead Joint Health & Safety Committees, ensuring compliance with legislative requirements and workplace safety standards.

Additionally, they manage daily financial transactions, including invoicing, receipts, adjustments, vending, banking, and manual cheque issuance. And ensure timely payroll submissions and the completion of month-end processes and financial reports (AR & AP)

Once a client accepts a quote from the Sales Manager, the Office Manager handles the creation of sales contracts, finalizes contracts with signatures and payments, and updates the booking system with confirmed client details.

This role will support operations at both Canlan Sports Lake Barrington and Canlan Sports Libertyville. The successful candidate will be expected to work across both locations as needed to meet operational and business requirements.

Accountabilities

This role is accountable for:

  • Sports Complex Accounting and Reporting Support
  • Sports Complex Employee Onboarding
  • Sports Complex Health & Safety
  • Sales Contracts
  • Account receivables reporting and collection support
  • Invoice submission and payment support
  • Regular Manager-On-Duty shifts
Qualifications and Education
  • Diploma or Degree in Business, Recreation, Facility Management or a combination of experience and education an asset.
  • Certification in Standard First Aid/AED an asset.
  • Possess or willing to obtain and submit a satisfactory background check.
Abilities, Attributes and Experience
  • At least 3 years successful office management experience in a sports related business
  • Previous experience with accounting and payroll systems.
  • Demonstrated strong Computer Skills (Microsoft Office).
  • Proven ability to prioritize effectively & work well with customers, coworkers & management.
  • Creativity and innovation combined with excellent organizational skills.

If you are interested in this role and becoming part of the Canlan team, please apply online.

NOTE: Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted. Please accept our utmost appreciation for your interest. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions or any other classification protected by federal, provincial, and local laws and ordinances. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request. This Equal Employment Opportunity policy applies to all practices. As part of our recruitment and hiring practices, we may use AI-based tools to assist in the initial screening and assessment of applications. All final hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.

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Skills Required

  • Diploma or Degree in Business, Recreation, Facility Management or equivalent experience
  • Certification in Standard First Aid/AED
  • Willingness to obtain and submit a satisfactory background check
  • At least 3 years office management experience in a sports-related business
  • Experience with accounting and payroll systems
  • Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office)
  • Proven ability to prioritize and work well with customers, coworkers and management
  • Creativity, innovation, and excellent organizational skills

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The Company
570 Employees
Year Founded: 1956

What We Do

Canlan Sports provides inclusive, accessible, and environmentally friendly spaces for people to stay active, play sports, and connect with their communities. They operate state-of-the-art multi-purpose recreation and entertainment facilities, offering a wide range of hockey, soccer, and multi-sport leagues, tournaments, and instructional programs for both youth and adults across North America, focusing on delivering extraordinary sports experiences.

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