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 Accounting Manager is responsible for the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting and accounting of multiple operating locations. This position also has oversight responsibilities to enforce the application of all internal controls to secure all assets including cash, accounts receivable, and physical inventory. 

This role will pay an annual salary $50,000-$60,000. 

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 July 31, 2025. 

Santander Arena, located in downtown Reading, Pennsylvania, is a versatile venue that serves as the home arena for the Reading Royals, the ECHL affiliate of the Philadelphia Flyers. The Santander Arena has hosted an array of live events including concerts, Disney on Ice, and other family friendly events attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors annually. 

• Assist the Director of Finance with overseeing staff with the day-to-day, monthly and year-end operations of the Finance Department.  

• Ability to “step in” and perform any of the duties by a vacant position when necessary. 

• Perform the processing and recording of accounts payable transactions and ensure that all invoices are coded correctly, paid accurately and in accordance with Finance policies and procedures. 

• Review and process credit card expense reports and receipts submitted by cardholders on a monthly basis. 

• Accounts Receivable duties include invoice preparation and cash receipts processing. 

• Safeguard company assets through close monitoring of accounting procedures; conduct audits as needed. 

• Import box office daily sales and reconcile sales accounts prior to month end postings. 

• Collect data from multiple sources and generate reports of Spectra’s event operating results to venue management team and the corporate Finance Department. Includes flash reports, catering activity recaps and sales reports. 

• Provide accounting support to company departments to ensure accurate forecasting. 

• Perform account reconciliations, analyze discrepancies, and suggest a course of corrective action. 

• Reconcile bank deposits to sales reports, inventory levels, payroll reporting, A/P and A/R activities. 

• Assist Director of Finance as needed in generating accurate financial statements in a timely manner. 

• Support the Director of Finance with month-end close responsibilities and event settlement preparation, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and compiling financial documentation. 

• Assist with basic Human Resources duties, including maintaining employee records, supporting onboarding processes, and coordinating staff communications.

• B.S. in Accounting or Finance from a four-year college or university. 

• 3 to 5 years of experience in public accounting and/or financial management at a supervisory level. 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in the English language required. 

• High level of proficiency with computers, Microsoft applications, extensive experience in Excel preparing spreadsheets and reports.  

• Knowledge of accounting software recommended (NetSuite preferred). 

• Thorough understanding of accounting and financial reporting principles and practices. 

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.

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.