Strategic Accounting Analyst: Budgeting & Forecasting

Ilitch Sports + Entertainment; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ilitch Sports + Entertainment is seeking an Accounting Analyst to provide crucial accounting support, ensuring accurate financial records and reports. The successful candidate will manage journal entries, account reconciliations, and participate in monthly closing and budgeting activities.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and a minimum of two years of experience. The role demands strong communication and problem-solving skills, as well as proficiency in Excel and familiarity with accounting principles.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years related experience.
• Possess the highest integrity and ethical standards.
• Self-starter with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile costs for events and prepare billing requests.
• Work with accountants to provide event cost information.
• Participate in the monthly close process.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Resourcefulness

Initiative

Intermediate Excel skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Oracle

Workforce

Workday

Job description

Ilitch Sports + Entertainment is seeking an Accounting Analyst to provide crucial accounting support, ensuring accurate financial records and reports. The successful candidate will manage journal entries, account reconciliations, and participate in monthly closing and budgeting activities.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and a minimum of two years of experience. The role demands strong communication and problem-solving skills, as well as proficiency in Excel and familiarity with accounting principles.