Overview
The Facilities Division of OVG360 has an exciting opening for a Staff Accountant at the Now Arena, in Hoffman Estates, IL. Reporting to the Director of Finance, this position is responsible for being part of maintaining the accuracy and integrity of all aspects of financial and accounting activities. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, proactive, and a collaborative professional accountable for all day-to-day accounting functions associated with, but not limited to the general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable and bi-weekly payroll processing. This position requires monitoring, controlling and auditing for accuracy and compliance by applying US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) to analyze and compile financial information for 70+ GL Accounts. The Successful Candidate will be efficient and have the ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
This role will pay a salary of $65,000 to $70,000.
For FT roles: Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan, 401(k) matching, and paid time off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays).
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include:
Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Human Resources, bi-weekly payroll processing, Reporting, Journal entries, reconciliations, and general office duties. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as required.
Job Functions:
- Administers the entire Accounts Payable process, Accounts Receivables process, and bi-weekly Payroll processing
- Works with Daily Postings for Ticketing Revenue via Ticketmaster and the Box Office special reports.
- Reconciles credit card and banking fees to each event and prepares Journal Entries
- Coordinates event revenue support for parking, credit card deposits and working within multiple reporting systems to obtain financial information
- Communicates with all departments assisting with proper coding and support for event and budget items
- Creates month-end journal entries, monthly reconciliations of bank accounts, credit card accounts, and petty cash accounts
- Helps prepare and review support schedules for balance sheet accounts
- Supports month-end close and provides ad hoc financial reports to upper management
- Performs monthly internal audits and coordinates the provision of information to external auditors annually
- Responsible for Human Resources related activities for all departments
- Performs Tax Prep and submission for Sales Tax, Amusement Tax, Parking Tax and Music Royalties (ASCAP/BMI/SESAC)
- Completes administrative services, researches and supports special projects in an ever-changing, fast-paced environment
- Ensures professional development through ongoing education and obtains additional certifications as appropriate
- Coordinates with vendors, customers, and employees to verify the accuracy of information and troubleshoots issues to resolve discrepancies
- Maintains IRS W-9’s and helps coordinates Certificates of Insurance for vendors
- Develops and documents policies to implement internal controls and procedures to improve efficiency
- Prepares year-end 1099’s
Qualifications
Experience/qualifications:
- B.S. in Accounting or Finance from a four-year college or university preferred
- 3+ years of experience in accounting and/or financial management
- Excel: 5 years (Preferred)
- Working Knowledge of Sage Software a plus
- Experience with ADP payroll Systems a plus
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and Outlook is required.
- Must pass background and credit check per guidelines
- Strong attention to detail required
- Be a business partner with other departments ensuring financial success of the venue
- Solid Management, motivational and interpersonal skills
- Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
- A positive, upbeat and professional attitude and strong work ethic
- You must be self-motivated and a team player
- Willingness and enthusiasm to learn and take on new tasks
- Superb verbal/written communications and organizational skills
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Drug Screening
Background Check