REGIONAL PROGRAM FINANCE MANAGER (RPFM)

PRA collaborates with clients anywhere in the world to make each of their event experiences extraordinary for all participants. We offer a wide array of business event management capabilities, including Event PlanningProduction; Themed EventsDecor; Destination Incentive Programs; Offsite Events and Dining; Team Building and CSR Programs; Activities, ToursExcursions; Transportation Logistics. Experience the newly expanded, market-leading PRA. We embody Passion, Reach and Authenticity to deliver transformative business events-anywhere.
Reporting directly to the Director of Program Finance and indirectly to the Regional Vice President, the Regional Program Finance Manager (RPFM) plays a critical role in supporting regional offices and is responsible for managing document administration, client invoicing, program closeouts, supplier onboarding, timely cash collections, and other finance-related administrative functions. The RPFM works closely with the local sales, creative and design, and event operation teams, as well as the PRA Finance Department, our vendor partners, and our clients.
This is a hybrid position and applicants must be based in the Southern California area to be considered for this role.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior Destination Management Company, event production, or hospitality experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s or Associate Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or Finance is a plus.
• Intermediate to high proficiency in MS Office and Excel; Salesforce and/or NetSuite experience is beneficial.
• Basic understanding of Accounting and Business principles.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within teams.
• As needed, ability to cross-trains with PRA Finance members and other RPFMs.

OUR CORPORATE AND INCENTIVE PROGRAM PLANNING CAPABILITIES INCLUDE:

Creative Event Design + Production; Local Excursions; Tours; Teambuilding; Offsite Events; Dine Arounds; Digital + Hybrid Programming; Health + Safety Logistics; CSR + Giveback Initiatives; Sustainable Planning Services; Transportation Logistics; Staffing; Content Creation; Graphic Design + Branding; Gifting.
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Collaborate with PRA Event Producers (EPs) and the Finance Department to complete the program close-out process within 15 days following event operations. Responsibilities include:

• Ensuring the highest standard of quality and accuracy in PRA invoicing by reviewing all client-facing documents for grammatical, formatting, and financial errors.
• Reconciling revenue detail to confirm proper classification and GL account recording, and cost detail, to ensure that final accrual amounts are as accurate as possible.
• Calculating and documenting any hotel, third-party, or special program commissions/rebates due to partners.
• Verifying the accuracy and proper recording of any applicable sales tax charges.
• Preparing a comprehensive financial package for the accounting team, capturing all relevant financial and operational data from the program.
• Working with local teams and clients to process any necessary changes, updates, or adjustments, including submitting a revised PCO when needed