Sr. Accountant - Southwest

AEG Worldwide; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid holidays, vacation and sick time

401k Match (employer)

Job summary

AEG Worldwide in Dallas, TX seeks a Sr. Accountant responsible for financial reporting, balance sheet reconciliation and monthly reforecasting. You will enter, code, and approve invoices and expenses while preparing the monthly close and journal entries.

The role collaborates with the Accounting Manager or Director of Accounting, supporting budgeting, audits, and compliant financial processes across venue operations.

Qualifications

• BA/BS Degree in Finance/Accounting.
• 4–6 years of related work experience.
• Experience with JDE, ImageNow, and Concur.
• CPA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review and reconcile balance sheet, general ledger, accounts receivable and payable.
• Code and approve invoices, road checks, cash receipts and expenses.
• Prepare monthly close, journal entries, balance sheet analyses and show/tour reconciliations.
• Collaborate with Accounting Manager/Director for budgeting and reforecasting.
• Manage audits and payroll/payroll audits for regional venues.

Skills

CPA

Financial analysis

Pivot tables

Multi-tasking

Communication

Team player

Education

BA/BS in Finance or Accounting

Tools

JDE

ImageNow

Concur

Job description

Job Summary

The Sr. Accountant is responsible for financial reporting, including the reconciliation of the balance sheet and the monthly reforecasting. The Sr. Accountant enters, codes, and approves invoices, road checks and expenses and will also be responsible for preparing the monthly closing, journal entries, balance sheet analysis, expense coding, maintaining show files, settling shows and miscellaneous accounting projects as assigned. The Sr. Accountant is accountable for monthly accounting entries in the general ledger including invoices, petty cash, T&E, corporate credit cards, royalties and insurance. This position works in conjunction with Accounting Manager or Director of Accounting and is a contributing member of the finance team that oversees all financials for venue/region.

Essential Functions

• Review and reconciliation of balance sheet, general ledger, accounts receivables and accounts payables.
• Review and coding of invoices, road checks, cash receipts, p-card transactions and expenses. Create and code invoices for outstanding receivables. Obtain proper approval and code to specific events. Audits show file for tour and co-promotion settlements.
• Responsible for monthly accounting entries in general ledger including invoicing rental clients, 3rd party processing, petty cash, T&E, corporate credit cards, royalties, and insurance.
• Enter cash receipts and road checks for region into JDE and code to appropriate department. Review event settlements for accuracy and process road checks and cash receipts through AP.
• Works in conjunction with Accounting Manager or Director of Accounting for department/venue to prepare annual budgeting and reforecasting based on monthly and annual projected sales. Complete the month end close and show and tour reconciliation.
• Management of audits, including compilation of data for appropriate inquiries. Organize payroll audits for regional venues and offices.
• Liaison with CAPs and part-time employees. Ensuring that staff needs are met and payroll conflicts are resolved in a timely manner to reduce compliance liability - check requests, rate discrepancies, and payroll audits.
• Analyzes cost data to determine return on investment on partnership deals and renewals.
• Annual management of building permits and renewals.
• May assist in show settlement as necessary for unassigned shows or tours.

Required Qualifications

• BA/BS Degree (4-year) In Finance/Accounting
• 4-6 years Of related work experience
• Experience with JDE, ImageNow, and Concur
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles
• Ability to multi-task and detail-orientated
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Outlook; Strong Microsoft Excel skills-specifically working in pivot tables
• Strong financial analytical skills with prior experience in finance reporting systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Able to work independently and as part of a team to accomplish the goals of finance department
• Strong time management and interpersonal skills
• Music Industry knowledge and concert operation experience
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Payscale

$59,564.55 - $90,000.00 annually

Bonus

This position is not eligible for a bonus under the current bonus plan requirements.

Benefits

Full-time: We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: medical, dental and vision insurance, paid holidays, vacation and sick time, company paid basic life insurance, voluntary life insurance, parental leave, 401k Plan (with a current employer match of 3%), flexible spending and health savings account options, and wellness offerings.

AEG reserves the right to change or modify the employee’s job description whether orally or in writing, at any time during the employment relationship. AEG may require an employee to perform duties outside their normal description.

AEG's policy is to hire the most qualified applicants, and we comply with all applicable federal, state and local employment laws in making hiring and employee decisions. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, marital status, disability, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status recognized by applicable federal, state or local law.

Employer does not offer work visa sponsorship for this position.

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