POSITION: Accounting Associate        
DEPARTMENT: Finance Department    
REPORTS TO: Finance Director     
FLSA STATUS: Salaried/Exempt 

LEGENDS GLOBAL 
Legends Global is the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands. We deliver a fully integrated solution of premium services that keeps our partners front and center through our white-label approach. Our network of 450 venues worldwide, hosting 20,000 events and entertaining 165 million guests each year, is powered by our depth of expertise and level of execution across every component — feasibility & consulting, owner’s representation, sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and content & booking — of world-class live events and venues. 

The Legends Global culture is one of respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can be authentic, make an impact, and grow their career. Winning is an everyday thing at Legends Global. We have the best team members who understand every win is earned when we come together as one unified team. Sound like a winning formula for you? Join us!

ESSENTIAL DUTES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
•    Manage the day-to-day tasks of reconciliation including daily cash room reconciliation.
•    Produce and distribute Daily Flash Sales for View Boston Operations.
•    Manage AP & AR processes maintaining accuracy throughout the processes with attention to detail.
•    Oversee the inventory process and perform in-depth cost of goods analysis.
•    Develop and coordinate automated accounting applications and processes.
•    Provide audit support for all financial activity.
•    Assist Director of Finance in budgeting process, including analyze budget to actual and analyze and report on variances.
•    Work directly with the Director of Finance to prepare operations analysis and reports.
•    Participate in month-end activities including the preparation/review of journal entries and variance analysis.
•    Prepare and review monthly reconciliations of assigned balance sheet accounts and ensure that general ledger accounts are reconciled with resolution to reconciling items.
•    Manage the processes which ensure accurate and timely financial statements and month end close.
•    Manage the weekly disbursement of payroll, including garnishments, benefits, and taxes consistent with federal and state wage and hour laws.
•    Analyze monthly balance sheet and P&L figures to prepare comments and expose performance trends.
•    Perform other duties as assigned by Director of Finance as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty with energy and enthusiasm. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 
To perform this job successfully, the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty above at the highest levels. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. 

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE     
•    Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
•    Two or more years of progressive accounting experience.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES
•    Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics AX preferred.
•    Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. 
•    Ability to build solid working relationships with business and department leaders.
•    Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
•    Ability to effectively evaluate risks and liabilities of special events.
•    Detail oriented and ability to work independently.
•    Effective teamwork and exceptional personal integrity.
•    Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
•    Excellent customer service and organizational skills, outstanding vendor communication.  
•    Knowledge of accounting policy and procedures and POS Systems.
•    Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in spreadsheet, database, CRM, and word processing programs.
•    Strong interpersonal skills; can effectively communicate (oral and written) and influence decision making.
•    Responds quickly and effectively to changing trends and circumstances; embraces change and welcomes fresh perspectives; Ability to learn new programs and procedures quickly.
•    Ability to work the occasional nights, weekends, and holidays as necessary.

COMPENSATION

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Location: 5001 Coliseum Dr North Charleston, SC 29418

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

NOTE:
The essential responsibilities of this position are described under the headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. 

Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor