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We have an immediate need for a Communications Manager located out of Burbank, CA. This is a hybrid position and does require being local to the Burbank location:

Desired Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the WordPress platform. Basic HTML knowledge desirable.
• Solid graphic arts/design skills, including knowledge of key design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and others).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Working knowledge of SharePoint and associated plug-ins is desirable.
• Experience in a legal/contract environment desirable.
• Highly collaborative but also takes initiative and is comfortable working independently.
• Ability to work well under pressure and to deal well with competing priorities and a changing business environment.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal communication skills.
• Able to meet multiple project deadlines and demonstrate high-level attention to detail.
• Able to work in a multitasked environment.
• Passionate about employee communications/engagement – with an awareness of available tools, technologies, and trends.
• Experience developing creative, effective approaches to difficult communications challenges.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications or Graphic Design
• 5+ years of Communications Manager experience
• Entertainment industry background desired

Ultimate Staffing

Position Summary

The role will deal with the Head Quarter (HQ) reporting functions for both EMEA and UK entities. You will be working closely with the senior stakeholders across the business as well as colleagues in operations and central offices. This role will include overseeing a couple of direct reports. The wider Operations/Controls Finance team consists of 30 permanent staff headed up by the EMEA CFO. The department adds value to the agencies within Mediabrands by providing operational support and best practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing accurate and timely monthly, forecast and budget cost centre information for HQ stakeholders across our UK and EMEA businesses.
• Preparation of the annual budget and regular forecasts with insightful analysis.
• Provision of monthly analysis of HQ employees, salary-related information including pension and benefit analysis and headcount.
• Provision of central office cost analysis and maintenance for purposes of reporting to the Regional Controllers Team (RCT) and IPG Corporate in accordance with our US reporting framework.
• Maintaining a strong internal control environment across the business consistent with Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) requirements and wider IPG financial policies. A key area of focus will be monitoring staff travel and entertainment expenditure.
• Key liaison with external and internal auditor teams.
• Maintenance of HR-related finance information on the HR Link portal and liaison with HR on payroll changes.
• Completion of monthly and quarterly Balance Sheet reconciliation for HQ for local and regional review for all agencies within our location.
• Coaching, and development of two direct reports.
• Adhoc tasks as directed by the Financial Controller and Director, Financial Control.

Desired Skills & Experience

• Relevant degree / Studying towards ACA, ACCA or CIMA.
• Confident communication skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise tasks.
• Intermediate-level Excel skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure, working accurately with attention to detail, and meeting deadlines.

At Mediabrands and Kinesso, we celebrate differences and believe this makes us stronger. Mediabrands and Kinesso are equal-opportunity employers and are committed to championing an inclusive culture that provides a sense of belonging for all our employees. We do not discriminate against any applicant based on age, disability, race, colour, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, belief, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need any adjustments to ensure our recruitment process is fully accessible to you, then please contact us at [email protected].

Mediabrands UK

Company Description:

FIFTH SEASON is a recently formed global entertainment company and is already a multi-award winning creator / producer / distributor of feature films and premium television series, including the 14 Emmy nominated Severance, Roar, See and Truth Be Told on Apple TV+, Wolf Like Me for Peacock, Life & Beth, Nine Perfect Strangers and Emmy nominated McCartney 3,2,1 for Hulu, and Tokyo Vice for HBO Max.

FIFTH SEASON is also a trusted partner and handles global distribution for dozens of hit series, including Killing Eve, The Morning Show, Normal People and The Night Manager. Our aim is to deliver the best-in-class expertise of a big studio with a bold entrepreneurial spirit and a passion of a start-up.

Role We are looking for a FP&A Manager to join us on a 12-15 month FTC to cover maternity leave in our London based finance team. Reporting into the VP Finance, and working closely with the LA-based HQ Finance team, the position will lead across all FP&A matters for the global TV sales team.

Annual Budget / Forecasts Updates:

• Prepare / manage / deliver annual budget / forecasts / long range plans
• Providing executive communication, storytelling, dashboards and presentations
• Understanding changes / movements with variance analysis, bridges and walks
• Underlining secured business, identifying opportunities to close gaps and minimising business exposure to risk

Title Ultimates:

• Run and maintain ultimates (10 year sales projections) preparation with quarterly updates based on latest deal structures and underlying agreements,
• Detailed reporting against actuals and original projections

Monthly Revenue Recognition:

• Support revenue team with monthly actuals oversight
• Detailed reporting against actuals and original projections
• Managing deal Hit List to ensure delivery inline with expectations

Reporting to London SMT & LA HQ:

• Co-ordinate and prepare monthly performance analysis against budget and recent reforecast
• Detailed reporting of lifetime sales against ultimates
• Ad-hoc financial and operating reports and analysis

Adhoc:

• Provide deal terms validation in new rights system (Rights Line)
• Liaising with AR team to ensure prompt receivables with support on billing terms, withholding tax minimisation and other ad-hoc support,
• Drive improvements to and automation of management reporting & systems
• Liaising with Technical Accounting, Business & Legal Affairs, Sales & Marketing teams
• Proactively drive ideas for improved operations, analysis, cost savings and other efficiencies by presenting analysis to management and actively collaborating with key stakeholders
• Delivery of regular and ad-hoc financial analysis / management requests

Essential Requirements / Skills:

• Qualified Accountant: ACA / CIMA / ACCA or equivalent
• Advanced proficiency with Excel and financial modelling
• Ability to work in a large matrix organization with a resilient start-up can do mentality
• Excellent attention to detail
• Relevant experience working in a Media/Entertainment business
• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to interpret financial and research data
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to multi-task projects and stakeholders across the company
• Excellent interpersonal skills (when to deploy tact, diplomacy and discretion)
• Ability to organize workload to fit to a dynamic and fast-paced timeframe
• Experienced with SAP/BPC

Advantageous Skills:

• Previous experience in a sales or distribution environment and Ultimate Accounting
• Experience of Rights Management Systems such as Rights Line
• Experience in working in a multi-national company
• Interest in content, understanding of the ecosystem and the changing landscape of distribution

Working Conditions:

• This is a fixed term contract (13-15 months) role and will be based at Marylebone, London
• Hybrid working available (min 3 days in office)

FIFTH SEASON is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.

FIFTH SEASON

Why Join Us

Yotta’s huge fanbase has helped turn us into a globally ranked game developer with offices worldwide. Despite our success, at heart we are still players trying to create exciting and engaging, never-before-experienced games. That drive to make games that we want to play is what animates our well-resourced, ambitious, creative team members. Working together in a supportive, open workplace and taking cues from our gaming communities, we create products that entertain the world.

Responsibilities

As a User Acquisition Manager, you will design, improve, and execute strategies of multiple channels for paid user acquisition and reactivation, giving priority to sustainable growth that takes into account the current condition of the product. We are on the lookout for ideal talents who are data-driven, result-oriented, and responsible, and have great passion for video game marketing.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Manage a variety of user acquisition channels to acquire mobile users (include, but not limited to: Google, Facebook, Snapchat, Twitter, Tik Tok…etc);
• Responsible for UA optimization, A/B testing, and leading innovative improvement against assigned targets;
• Collaborate with Product, Research, Creative Art, and other teams to develop new and improve existing UA strategies and activities;
• Develop insights, testing methodologies, and process optimization for activities like UA, user analysis, and market trends monitoring;

Qualifications

We Expect You To Have:

• Bachelor degree or above, preferably in Economics, Mathematics, Marketing, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field;
• 3+ years of experience in media buying/user acquisition/performance marketing in 2C business;
• 1+ years of experience in video gaming companies;
• Strong proficiency with Excel;
• Passion for digital marketing & video games;

Even Better If You Have:

• Proficiency of SQL/Python;
• A strong understanding of funnel conversion metrics, retention rates, and LTV predictions;

Additional Information

• This is a hybrid role based in Los Angeles (currently hybrid because of pandemic);
• Current working hours: Monday – Friday, 11am – 8pm Pacific Time (including one-hour break);
• Salary depending on experience.

Yotta is committed to building an inclusive environment where creative professionals from a multitude of diverse cultural backgrounds collaborate to inspire audiences and each other. We are passionately supportive of equality in all its forms and never discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, orientation, identity, national origin, handicap, or any other category protected by applicable federal and state law.

Salary: $70,000 – $120,000

Location: El Segundo, CA

Work Schedule: Hybrid – 3 days in office

Yotta Games

The Position

The City of Cedar Rapids (City) is seeking an experienced and highly regarded strategist to serve as the City’s next Finance Director. The next Director will have the opportunity to join one of Iowa’s premier communities, with exceptional financial management, working alongside talented professionals in a dynamic environment. This position is a trusted financial advisor to the City Manager, Mayor and City Council, and departments, guiding the City in solid budget, financial systems, and long-term financial planning.

The Finance Director is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and managing all of the City’s financial activities. In this capacity, the Director interprets and applies the principles and practices of public finance administration and establishes Departmental policies and procedures. This includes executive-level management support for Finance, Risk Services, Purchasing/Contract Services, and City owned entertainment venues and parking system. The Finance Director provides ongoing financial forecasting and planning, tracks the adopted budget, and prepares periodic budget and fiscal reviews for submission to City departments. As the head of finance, this leader participates in the creation and management of the Finance Department’s (Department) annual work plan and budget through continually evaluating accounting, purchasing, and financial controls.

The Finance Director represents the Department internally and externally, responding to public inquiries. The Director fosters cooperative working relationships among City departments and with intergovernmental and regulatory agencies. The Director routinely presents to City Council and explains and interprets financial data. Similarly, the Director should be able to prepare, review, and organize well-conveyed summary financial information for City Council, the City Manager, department heads, City employees, and the public. In collaboration with staff, the Director also stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of finance, identifies opportunities for improvement, and implements necessary change.

Qualifications

Minimum requirements include a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field and at least seven years of experience in government accounting, budget administration, and financial planning. Extensive organizational leadership and staff management experience, excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with a diverse population are also required.

Strongly Preferred qualifications include a master’s degree and Certified Public Accountant or Certified Public Finance Officer designation. Experience with a GFOA-award-winning budget and financial reporting, long-term financial forecasting, and significant experience with utilities and financing large capital projects is also preferred. Work within a complex local government with strong financial performance is also strongly preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

The expected hiring range is $154,745.36 – $216,643.51 depending on qualifications, with an excellent benefits package. Learn more about our options and employee-based benefits here.

How to Apply

Applications will be accepted electronically by Raftelis at raftelis.hire.trakstar.com. Applicants complete a brief online form and are prompted to provide a cover letter and resume. The position will be open until filled with a first review of applications beginning March 20, 2023.

City of Cedar Rapids

Road America is looking for a dynamic finance director with a proven track record of success to oversee financial planning and accounting operations.
Primary Responsibilities:

• Oversee financial strategic planning by evaluating company performance and potential risks.
• Prepare and perform regular financial analysis, including financial statements, forecasts, cash flow, and changes in equity to executive decision-makers and stakeholders.
• Recognize patterns in company spending, and revenue and recommend solutions.
• Prepare and file various government agency reports as
• Ensure that effective internal controls are in place and in compliance with GAAP and applicable federal, state, and local regulatory laws.
• Supervise audit and internal control procedures.
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and year-end close reporting.
• Prepare budgets, financial forecasts, and strategic plans.
• Manage annual corporate budgeting process and prepare Corporate Annual
• Manage administrative payroll and administer
• Present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial information to the Board of Directors.
• Guarantee compliance with financial laws and regulations.
• Create and maintain relationships with external financial entities on behalf of the company.
• Process all corporate stock
• Leads accounting team to meet internal targets and company objectives.
• Complete other assignments as directed by
• This position reports to the President and works closely with the Board of Directors and the senior leadership team.

Qualifications:

• MBA in Accounting or CPA
• Minimum of 10 years of professional finance experience in a similar role with a comprehensive knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Dynamics Business Central experience preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft products among other software suites.
• Superior financial and analytical
• Self-motivated team player.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Established in 1955, Road America is conveniently located between Milwaukee and Green Bay in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin. The world’s best racers have competed at this legendary four-mile, 14-turn road circuit for over 65 years. Along with over 500 events held seasonally at the 640-acre facility, several major weekends are open to the public, which include the INDYCAR Series, the MotoAmerica Series, three vintage racing events, numerous Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) events, the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, the NASCAR Cup and NASCAR Xfinity series. Road America’s park-like grounds offer amazing viewing opportunities, numerous camping options, fantastic concessions, and high-speed excitement to hundreds of thousands of spectators each year. Fans can also stay and play in cabins located conveniently on the grounds and find all sorts of souvenirs, collectibles, and apparel at the 7,500 sq. ft Paddock Shop. Affectionately known by many as America’s National Park of Speed, Road America can accommodate groups of all sizes, including weddings and corporate events, in the Tufte Conference Center. In addition to public race weekends, Road America offers a variety of group event programs, including geocaching, disc golf, and off-road adventure tours, karting, and the Road America Motorcycle and Driving Schools. At Road America, our mission is to develop a facility and programs that provide the best motorsport and entertainment experience for all our customers. We create a connection in the workplace with shared passion for our vision and goals.

ELKHART LAKE’S ROAD AMERICA, INC.

Spartan Investment Group

Argosy Casino Hotel & Spa Riverside

Oak View Group hiring a Director of Audits and Compliance for our Philadelphia corporate office.

We are looking for an experienced, detail-oriented facility & safety compliance auditor. The auditor’s responsibilities include protecting the company’s assets, enforcing compliance with internal regulations, recommending improvements to our internal control structure, and ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. This role strongly focuses on OSHA requirements for maintaining safe public facilities.

To succeed, you should have excellent attention to detail, analytical skills, and multitasking skills. Ultimately, a top-notch candidate should be completely objective and possess a working knowledge of the operations and practices within the Sports & Entertainment industry. The primary purpose of the facility audits is to ensure the safety and security of our OVG employee and guests in every account we support. This role will make OVG site Managers accountable for following our corporate-mandated Standard Operating Procedures, auditing site visits for facility maintenance, operational safety, and security, and directing the corrective plan of action that addresses them.

Oak View Group is a sports and entertainment company engaged in a wide variety of activities, including arena development, facility management, arena and stadium alliance, sponsorships and partnerships, security services, publications, conferences, and consulting. The company, privately held, is headquartered in Los Angeles, California with offices throughout the world.

Responsibilities

• Developing compliance and auditing plans
• Conducting, managing, and overseeing external and internal audits focused on:
• Safety
• Training
• Planning
• Scheduling
• Equipment maintenance
• Maintenance practices and organization
• Management of documents, inventory, and purchasing
• Reviewing all relevant programs and activities affected by industry regulations, including records, reports, and software.
• Recommending and implementing changes to address procedures and practices.
• Analyzing potential risks within the company and its practices to avoid possible compliance issues.
• Compiling reports on the results of external and internal audits and presenting these reports to the relevant supervisors and department heads.
• Attending educational and professional development programs to improve your job knowledge and enhance the compliance department’s reputation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in the relevant industry,
• Completion of relevant industry-specific certification, such as a certified internal auditor.
• A minimum of 5-8 years of auditing experience
• An in-depth understanding of the industry’s rules, guidelines, and regulations.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical, and statistical skills.
• Good computer skills and experience with relevant software programs.
• Strong communication and multitasking skills.

Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference.

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.

Vaccination Statement

We are committed to ensuring all our buildings and office locations are the safest in the world for artists, teams, employees, and fans. Based on recent encouraging trends in the U.S. and Canada. We highly encourage our employees to continue to get vaccinate and boosted against COVID-19. Should circumstances change, we may need to reinstate vaccination requirements, in whole or in part, to safeguard the health of our employees, guests, performers, athletes, and partners.

EEO

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.

Oak View Group

Directors Guild of America Inc