Corporate Technical & Reporting Controller

POSITION: Corporate Technical & Reporting Controller DEPARTMENT: Finance REPORTS TO: Global Accounting LeaderFLSA STATUS: Salaried, Exempt LEGENDS GLOBAL 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 u2014 feasibility & consulting, owneru2019s representation, sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and content & booking u2014 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 Key Responsibilities1. Financial Oversight and Reporting:u2022 Ensure monthly financials are prepared and distributed timely and accurately, while keeping up with the continuous changing tasks of the month month-end close process.u2022 Analyze financial reports pre-close and post-close to determine trends, estimates, and significant changes.u2022 Oversee accurate preparation of the Consolidate financial statements, including international entities under US GAAP.u2022 Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for internal and external stakeholders, including senior management, external lenders, and the board of directors.u2022 Recommend improvements to the month-end close processes as needed.u2022 Analyze, conclude and document technical accounting areas, including implementing new accounting pronouncementsu2022 Assist in handling the day-to-day operations, ensuring all basic accounting functions are being performed properly.u2022 Approve various account reconciliations and assist in resolving any discrepancies timely.2. Compliance and Internal Controls:u2022 Own the accounting policies, including incorporating enhancements due to changes within business, regulatory changes or accounting guidanceu2022 Develop and implement internal controls and process enhancements around the month-end close, and other business processes as required.u2022 Oversee compliance with corporate policies, including internal control requirements.u2022 Coordinate with the external auditors around audit planning, interim testing, and year-end testing for annual financial statement audit requirements.3. Strategic Financial Management:u2022 Provide financial insights to support decision-making, including variance analysis and KPI tracking.u2022 Lead financial integration for new entities, ensuring harmonized reporting and compliance.u2022 Partner with the FP&A team to deliver timely monthly results.4. Team Leadership and Development:u2022 Leverage strengths of the current team members, clearly define the roles and responsibilities and develop and implement training programs in order to maximize and reach optimal individual and organizational goalsu2022 Supervise and mentor accounting and finance teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.u2022 Provide leadership in strengthening internal communications with staff at all levels throughout the organization; create and promote a positive and supportive work environment.5. Process Improvement and Systems Management:u2022 Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, including ERP system implementation and upgrades.u2022 Lead initiatives to standardize financial processes and reporting.6. Stakeholder Engagement:u2022 Act as a liaison between regional finance teams, senior management, and external stakeholders, including external auditors.u2022 Assist in preparation of materials for lender reporting, board meetings and audit committees, providing clear and actionable financial insights. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESCarries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with all Legends Global policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty with energy and enthusiasm. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE u2022 Bacheloru2019s or Masteru2019s degree in Finance or Accounting and a CPA. u2022 15+ years of progressive experience in financial management, and prior experience in a similar role.u2022 Proven expertise in financial consolidation, reporting, and compliance.u2022 Strong experience in coordinating audit activities and managing reporting.u2022 Prior experience with ERP systems and advanced financial modeling tools u2022 Experience coordinating with auditors from a Controllership perspective. SKILLS AND ABILITIESu2022 Technical Skills:u2022 Strong knowledge of US GAAP, including financial reporting standards.u2022 Proficiency in forecasting, and variance analysis.u2022 Advanced Excel and data analysis skills. u2022 Soft Skills:u2022 Excellent leadership and team management abilities.u2022 Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.u2022 Strong interpersonal and communication skills; experience in effectively communicating key data, including presentations to senior management, board, or other outside stakeholders.u2022 Ability to translate complex financial concepts to individuals at all levels including finance and non-finance.u2022 Commitment to recruiting, mentoring, training, and retaining a diverse team; the foresight and ability to delegate accordingly. COMPENSATIONCompetitive salary, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan. WORKING CONDITIONSLocation: Norwalk, CT PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. NOTE:The essential responsibilities of this position are described under the headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Created: 2025-12-05