Finance and Accounting Lead

About EATS2SEATSEATS2SEATS is a startup that has grown into a national live-events operator supporting major collegiate and professional sports venues across the country. What began as a student-founded venture has evolved into a high-growth, tech-enabled platform powering concessions operations and staffing on some of the biggest game days in America.We operate at the intersection of sports, operations, and analytics; helping our partners drive revenue, optimize labor, and elevate the fan experience. Behind the scenes, we are building the systems, dashboards, and performance models that allow us to scale nationally while maintaining operational excellence. Our culture is fast-paced, performance-driven, and grounded in a championship mindset.As we enter our next stage of expansion, we are focused on strengthening the financial infrastructure that will support long-term, profitable growth. You can check out more of our journey and culture on our socials.Position OverviewThis is a hands-on role for someone who wants to own the financial foundation of a growing company. Build the systems, models, and processes that don’t fully exist yet. You will report to the Director of Human Resources and Payroll as well as the CEO, and have real visibility into how financial decisions shape strategy and growth.You will own budgeting and forecasting, revenue and margin modeling across markets and events, KPI dashboard development, cash flow management, and scalable financial controls. You will translate operational data into clear executive insight and help shape pricing strategy, labor optimization, and expansion decisions.You will also support day-to-day accounting operations — including monthly close, reconciliations, and compliance, and will receive the guidance and context needed to grow into full ownership of these functions. At our stage, the person who builds the strategy also needs to understand and manage the books, and we’re committed to developing you in that direction.As the company continues to grow and evaluate future capital opportunities, you will help prepare board-ready reporting and ensure financial discipline at scale. This is a clear path toward a senior finance leadership role as EATS2SEATS expands nationally.About YouYou have a strong foundation in accounting or finance, whether through a Bachelor’s or Master’s program, or early career experience in audit, advisory, corporate finance, or FP&A. You are looking for more ownership than a traditional path offers and are ready to step into real responsibility.You are analytical, detail-oriented, and disciplined, but also curious and operationally minded. You want to understand how the numbers connect to what happens on game day. You are comfortable building a structure where it doesn’t yet exist and thrive in environments where you can take initiative.You are motivated by challenge, high standards, and the opportunity to grow alongside a scaling company. You want proximity to executive decision-making and the chance to help shape strategy. You don’t need everything handed to you; you’re ready to figure it out and build something you’re proud of.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Planning & AnalysisBuild and maintain financial models that drive real decisions on pricing, labor, and growthOwn budgeting and forecasting from first draft to final presentation to leadershipPartner with the executive team on margin optimization, new venue launches, and expansion modelingAccounting & Financial OperationsSupport and grow into ownership of the monthly close process and financial reportingDeliver timely P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reportingManage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll coordinationCost Control & Margin ManagementMonitor labor cost ratios, payroll trends, and event-level profitabilityIdentify opportunities to improve margins across venues and marketsAnalyze staffing models and compensation structuresSystems & InfrastructureImprove financial workflows and internal controlsEstablish scalable finance processes to support multi-state growthEnsure compliance with federal, state, and venue-specific requirementsRisk & ComplianceMaintain financial controls and audit readinessSupport tax compliance, filings, and regulatory requirements with guidance as neededManage insurance, banking relationships, and cash controlsQualificationsBachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or Economics (Master’s a plus)Experience building financial models and working with operational dataStrong understanding of accounting principles. Hands-on experience with monthly close or reconciliations is a plus, not a requirementProficiency in Microsoft Excel; comfort with QuickBooks or similar tools is a bonus, not a prerequisiteA self-starter mindset.Desire to grow into a senior finance leadership role as the company scalesWillingness to travel occasionallyCompensationBase SalaryStarting at $60,000 annually, based on experience and qualificationsAnnual BonusEligible for performance-based annual bonus tied to company performance and key financial milestonesBenefitsFull-time employees are eligible for all standard EATS2SEATS benefits, including health, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and company holidays