What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance Manager position at Carolina Core FC?
Location: High Point, NC (On-Site)
Compensation: $80,000 base salary, with eligibility for incentive compensation targeted at up to 15% of base salary, based on performance
Compensation: $80,000 base salary, with eligibility for incentive compensation targeted at up to 15% of base salary, based on performance
Reports to: Business Operations Manager
Role Overview
We are seeking a Finance Manager to oversee the core accounting and bookkeeping functions of a growing sports & entertainment organization, while also serving as a strategic partner to leadership. This role is responsible for ensuring financial accuracy, clarity, and discipline across the business, while helping translate financial data into insights that support sound decision-making across multiple operating areas.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and comfortable owning day-to-day accounting operations — but also curious, analytical, and capable of understanding how different parts of the business perform together in a dynamic, event-driven environment.
This is a hands-on role with real visibility and impact.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting, Bookkeeping, and Taxes
- Manage all aspects of Quickbooks
- Own all day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting functions
- Maintain accurate general ledger, journal entries, and account reconciliations
- Manage monthly close process and ensure timely, accurate financial statements
- Oversee payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash management
- Coordinate with external partners (CPA, tax preparer, payroll provider)
- Oversee tracking of employee expenses and receipt management
- Prepare and submit monthly sales tax filings
- Prepare 1099s, annual tax returns, property tax return, and annual business registration filings
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and best practices
Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for leadership
- Develop and maintain clear financial views by business unit, revenue stream, or operating area
- Track budgets, actuals, and variances; flag trends and risks early
- Support forecasting and planning activities, including developing budgets
- Translate financial results into understandable insights for non-financial leaders
- Preparation and submission of financial reports to league partners
Business & Strategic Support
- Partner with leadership to understand financial performance across sports, events, and entertainment operations
- Help establish financial discipline, reporting structure, and scalable processes as the organization grows
- Support decision-making related to investments, staffing, and event-driven spending
- Improve visibility into unit-level performance while maintaining a consolidated view of the business
- Collaboration with fractional CFO to produce projections
Qualifications
- 5 years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or financial management
- Experience supporting a growing organization in the ~$3M–$10M revenue range
- Strong understanding of general accounting principles and financial reporting
- Hands-on experience with month-end close and reconciliations
- Comfortable working across multiple revenue streams or cost centers
- Proficient with accounting software and spreadsheets (e.g., QuickBooks, Excel, or similar tools)
- High attention to detail with the ability to zoom out and think strategically
- Flexibility, adaptability, and openness to implement new processes and software changes based on growth
Preferred Experience (A Plus)
- Experience in sports, live events, or entertainment environments
- Familiarity with ticketing platforms (e.g., Tickets.com or similar systems)
- Experience with e-commerce platforms (e.g., Shopify or similar)
- Comfort working in businesses with event-based revenue, variable cash flow, and multiple income streams
What We’re Looking For
- Someone who takes ownership and pride in clean, accurate financials
- A practical problem-solver who enjoys improving systems and processes
- A clear communicator who can explain financial information simply and confidently
- A professional who is comfortable operating independently while partnering closely with leadership
- Someone energized by fast-moving, community-driven, live-experience businesses
Compensation & Incentives
This role offers:
- $80,000 base salary
- Eligibility for incentive compensation targeted at up to 15% of base salary, based on performance
- Benefits package
Equal Opportunity Statement
Carolina Core FC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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