Staff Accountant

Legends; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Legends Global is seeking a Staff Accountant in New Orleans, LA to support accounting for Legends Global venues. You will handle AP/GL processes, month-end close, journal entries, and financial reporting for Caesars Superdome and related venues.

Ideal candidate has a bachelor’s in accounting or finance with GPA 3.5+, strong spreadsheet skills, and ability to handle confidential information. Entry-level graduates encouraged to apply; background check required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.
• GPA of 3.5 or higher preferred.
• Excellent math skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and organizational abilities.
• Ability to handle confidential information and pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Process and reconcile large volume accounts payable and ledger entries.
• Perform month-end close and account analysis.
• Assist in preparation of financial statements and journal entries.
• Reconcile cash receipts and disbursements; maintain fixed asset records.
• Maintain and audit ticket sales, parking reports, and settlement reporting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Discretion/confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

GPA 3.5+

Job description

## Staff AccountantApply: New Orleans, LA: Full time: Posted Today: R100126322POSITION: Staff AccountantDEPARTMENT: AccountingREPORTS TO: Accounting ManagerFLSA STATUS: Salaried/Exempt Summary Legends Global, the leader in privately managed public assembly facilities, has an excellent and immediate opening for a Staff Accountant for Legends Global | Caesars Superdome | Smoothie King Center | Champions Square | Shrine on Airline. The staff accountant position works closely with the accounting, purchasing, and leadership team to provide accurate and timely financial reporting to the multiple entertainment venues. Essential Duties and Responsibilities· Processes and reconciles large volume accounts payable transactions· Performs month-close duties: reconciliations of sub-legers and account analysis· Assists accounting leadership with preparation of financial statements· Reconciles cash receipts and disbursements· Prepares and records journal entries· Maintains fixed asset detail records· Maintains and audits box office ticket sales reports· Maintains and audits parking office reports· Prepares settlement reporting for ticketed and private events· All other duties as assigned Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. 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. · Must successfully pass a criminal and credit background check· Excellent understanding of intermediate financial accounting and the operational accounting process· Proficient in using and learning new accounting software, efficient with spreadsheets, excellent math skills and a sharp attention to detail· Excellent communication and organizational skills· Ability to work with and maintain highly confidential information Education and/or Experience· Bachelor’s in accounting or finance from a four-year college or university· Entry-level accounting position, new graduates highly encouraged to apply· GPA +3.5Physical DemandsThe 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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.NoteThe essential responsibilities of this position are described under the above headings. 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. Applicants that need reasonable accommodation to complete the application process may contact 504-587-3995.