Director Of Finance

Wasserman operates at the epicenter of sports, music, entertainment and culture, serving talent, brands and properties on a global scale. Headquartered in Los Angeles, Wasserman's presence spans 28 countries and more than 70+ cities, including New York, London, Abu Dhabi, Amsterdam, Hong Kong, Madrid, Mexico City, Toronto, Paris and Sydney. For more information, please visit .

Job Description

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

We are seeking a proactive and commercially minded Director of Finance to serve as a key business partner to the Group Vice President and leadership team of Wasserman Live – Phoenix. This individual will lead day-to-day financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, project accounting, and internal controls, while supporting broader business planning and performance analysis. The ideal candidate is hands-on, collaborative, and excited to be embedded in a fast-paced, project-based environment.

This position is ideally based in Phoenix, Arizona.

Responsibilities:

• Strategic and Commercial Finance
  • Act as a business advisor to the Group Vice President on business planning, pricing, performance and investments.
  • Develop clear and concise variance analyses, margin reviews, and financial scenario modeling.
• Financial Management and Reporting
  • Lead the site-level budgeting and reforecasting processes in alignment with corporate timelines.
  • Prepare and review monthly management accounts and financial performance dashboards.
  • Report monthly financial results to divisional and corporate stakeholders.
• Operational Finance and Controls
  • Manage job costing, WIP tracking, and gross margin performance across branding and signage, custom fabrication and live event projects.
  • Ensure accurate cost allocations, budget-to-actuals reviews, and timely reconciliations.
  • Oversee approval of operating expenses, payroll, and vendor coding accuracy.
• Business Support and Audit
  • Coordinate site-level audit documentation and serve as the primary liaison for external and internal audits
  • Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with Wasserman Live policies and procedures.
  • Manage risk-related items including insurance policies and documentation.
• Growth and Pipeline Support
  • Support client and sales teams on new business efforts including RFP pricing, margin modeling, and deal support.
  • Monitor pipeline tools and contribute to weekly revenue forecast updates.
  • Translate financial data into actionable strategies to support ongoing growth.

THE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE YOU NEED

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or related field (CPA and/or MBA preferred).
• 7 - 10 years of progressive finance leadership experience in a creative, experiential, sports, or manufacturing environment.
• Proven success supporting fast-paced, project-based business models with high volumes and quick turnarounds.
• In-depth knowledge of GAAP and financial principles; US GAAP and Workday experience preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with ERP, BI, or job costing tools.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, build trust, and work collaboratively across departments.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Strong commercial instinct with the ability to balance details and strategy.
• Experience partnering directly with executive leadership and operational teams.
• A proactive and solutions-oriented approach.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and influencing skills.
• Experience working in post-acquisition integration or matrixed environments.
• A passion for producing high-impact, unforgettable work.

Wasserman does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.