Director of Finance

We are seeking a highly skilled Director of Finance to lead our financial operations with precision, confidentiality, and strategic insight.  This role requires a meticulous attention to detail, a strong ability to analyze financial data, and a commitment to maintaining the highest level of discretion.  This role will oversee day-to-day financial and payroll administration while providing critical analysis to drive business decisions.  If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for financial excellence, we want to hear from you.  

Under the direction of the USL Spokane Club President as well as the Aequus Sports LLC. Managing Partner, The Director of Finance provides financial analysis, forecasting, and strategic insight.  This position is responsible for the daily financial and payroll administration for all staff, players, independent contractors as well as facilitating payments to external vendors and partners.  This position reports directly to the senior leadership team and assists with various functions and projects.  The Director of Finance has absolute responsibility to maintain confidentiality of all company financial information and prevent inappropriate disclosure.  Additionally, this role must apply appropriate decision-making discretion in maintaining confidentiality of other company information obtained through the course of work and only share with authorized individuals.  The Finance Director must be fully committed to the mission and values of USL Spokane and must have the ability to support an infrastructure which embraces commitment to community, safety, inclusion, and optimal performance.  

 

USL Spokane fosters a culture of creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, commitment to staff and community engagement and we are looking for someone to help drive forward our mission: 

 

To establish the world’s preeminent professional soccer club, dedicated to championing our community, athletes, and fans.  

 

The Director of Finance must be able to work regular shifts during the week and be available for work on weekends during home games when needed.  This position requires flexible hours, extended days, and some evenings.  This position must be located in Spokane and is an in-person role. 

  

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the duties listed below.  The essential functions of the position include, but are not limited to the following:

 

·       Leads the payroll function ensuring accurate and timely payment of all staff, players, and independent contracts.

·       Oversees, tracks, and processes all employment payroll taxes including oversight of workers compensation premiums and varying rates tracking.  

·       Completes requests for garnishments.  

·       Serves as the primary liaison with the payroll vendor and is the subject matter expert for the payroll system. 

·       Processes bonus, commission, and other payments as requested by the Club President or Managing Partner. 

·       Processes new hires, terminations, benefit premiums, pay changes, and all other employment changes in the payroll system. 

·       Reviews all journal entries for payroll and audits payroll for accuracy.  

·       Trains employees and managers on the use of the payroll system to include how to request time off, using the timekeeping function for nonexempt employees, approving timecards, updating W-4 or auto deposit information, and other training as needed.  

·       Ensures accurate and timely payment of benefit carrier bills. 

·       Manages Expensify and reviews all requests for reimbursement or payment approval requests.  

·       Manages accounts receivables and payables.  

·       Conducts monthly accounts reconciliation including banking reconciliation.  

·       Maintains financial historical records and employee payroll records.    

·       May represent the finance function at leadership and executive meetings.  

·       Collaborates with Club President to ensure clear expectations on level of autonomy and reporting or approval procedures.  

·       Takes responsibility for communicating feedback clearly to the team and makes decisions that serve the business objectives of USL Spokane.  

 

·       Leads the annual budgeting and forecasting process in alignment with USL Spokane strategic objectives. 

·       Assists with short and long term financial strategic planning.  

·       Analyzes and reports on all spending and expenses in conjunction to established budget.  

·       Proactively identifies discrepancies in the budget potential unforeseen expenditures. 

·       Conduct regular in-depth financial analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and potential risks and provide actionable insights to the Club President and Managing Partner.  

·       Works collaboratively with Club President and Managing Partner on raise and bonus analysis and calculation.  

·       Works collaboratively with managers to support their financial goals and objectives and ensure alignment with USL Spokane strategy and budget. 

·       Works directly with the manager of Velocity Partners, LLC, the manager of Aequus Sports, LLC in keeping historical records on Aequus Sports, LLC unit holder capital commitments and capital calls and works in cooperation with the outside accounting firm on financial matters related to both entities. 

·       Maintains confidentiality of company information which is critical to the success of this position.  Confidentiality and integrity must be engrained in every function performed by the Director of Finance and is instrumental to the organization.  

·       Maintains the highest standard of work quality and produces work free of errors and discrepancies.  Implements auditing procedures to confirm accuracy of work product prior to delivery. 

·       The startup nature and growth of USL Spokane requires highly skilled employees who can operate in a fast paced and frequently changing environment.  All positions require an entrepreneurial spirit to identify new solutions, a can-do attitude with a goal of always finding a way to success, and the ability to thrive in an environment of ambiguity and change.  As individual employees, members of a team, and part of the entire USL Spokane eco system, a passion for solving complex problems and contributing to the overall success of all operations is key.  Every single employee contributes to a culture of working collaboratively and contributing to all aspects of the club.  Employees must contribute fully to their own position and more broadly to all areas of business as needed to support the mission and drive forward success on and off the field.  

 

·       Bachelor’s in finance or related field, Master’s degree preferred.

·       Minimum of 5 direct payroll/finance experience.

·       A combination or accumulation of applicable work-related experience and/or education may be recognized as sufficiently meeting the requirements based upon educational programs and specific experience.  

·       Ability to pass comprehensive background check including a motor vehicle report.  

·       Ability to pass SafeSport training 

·       Possess and maintain a current and valid driver’s license and maintain legally required insurance.

·       Previous experience with payroll management, financial modeling, forecasting, budgeting, and tax compliance.   

 

USL Spokane values the whole individual and recognizes a wide range of qualifications, experience, and education can contribute to an individual’s success in a role.  A combination of qualifications will be considered.

  

·       Exempt position with a range of $78,000 - $95,000 

·       Eligible for annual discretionary bonus

·       Unlimited vacation policy and 10 days sick leave annually (prorated first year of employment)

·       Medical, dental, and vision insurance provided with a 75% employer contribution for employee premiums. 

·       50% employer contribution for dependent/spouse medical, dental, and vision.  

·       Employer paid employee life insurance and AD&D. 

 

USL Spokane is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.  USL Spokane provides a work environment for employees that is free from unlawful discrimination.  All employment-related decisions including hiring are made without consideration of an employee’s race, color, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, age, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, disability, honorably discharged veteran or military status, marital status, genetic information, use of a trained service animal or dog guide, HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis C status, or any other basis protected by local state or federal law.  

 

For any questions or support needed in the application process please email
HR@uslspokane.com