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Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment Staff Accountant in Camden, New Jersey
Position overview:
The position will focus on assisting the Accounting Team Management with account analysis, monthly closing procedures, and monthly forecasting for the Philadelphia 76ers. This individual must be an independent thinker and assist the department in developing efficient accounting processes.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the below:
Accounts Payable
Manage and analyze invoices and expense reports in web-based, document management platform for appropriate documentation and approval
Review, research and reconcile departmental/vendor invoices as needed
General Ledger and Reporting
Support month-end and year-end financial close process
Bank reconciliations in accordance with the monthly close calendar
Prepare monthly balance sheet account reconciliations and analysis
Prepare and input journal entries
Other Duties
Assist with external audits, including various state tax, league and year-end audits
Assist with processes which ensure accurate & timely financial reporting
Ad-hoc analysis and projects on an as needed basis
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree with major coursework in Accounting or related field.
1-2 years professional accounting experience preferred.
Must be proficient in Windows and Microsoft Office products, specifically with strong Excel skills.
Knowledge of Sage (MAS) or similar accounting software preferred
Knowledge of Concur or similar web-based, document management platforms preferred
Must be energetic and eager to learn with a team mindset
Must be accurate and efficient, with the ability to manage time and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines
Must be a strategic and critical thinker who is dynamic, forward thinking, extremely analytical and well organized
Must be able to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form
Must maintain professionalism at all times and be comfortable and capable of working with all levels of management
Working conditions:
Work Environment: This position is based in Camden, NJ.
Travel Requirements: May be required to travel on rare occasions (<5% travel); trips may require air travel and/or overnight stay for one or more nights.
Our benefits:
Medical/Dental/Vision/Flexible Spending Accounts (all LGBT friendly)
Pretax Transportation Benefit
Generous parental leave policies
401K (100% up to 5% is matched, after 1 year of service)
Unlimited Paid Time Off
13 Paid Holidays
½ Day Summer Fridays
Complimentary or Discounted Sports & Concert Tickets
On Site Fitness Rooms
Other League & Partner Discounts
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.