Staff Accountant

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 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES

The Tucson Convention Center, including the Tucson Arena, Linda Ronstadt Music Hall, and Leo Rich Theater, has an opening for a skilled Staff Accountant. The Staff Accountant performs day-to-day accounting and payroll activities for Tucson Convention Center’s Facility and food and facility operations. Responsibilities include, but are not limited, to the following:

• Performs day-to-day accounting activities so that general ledger, trial balance, and key account reconciliations are adequately prepared and monitored.
• Prepares and performs bank reconciliations on multiple accounts for both food and beverage and facility operations.
• Prepares invoices and monthly revenue recognition journal entries.
• Prepares and performs or assists with event settlements.
• Various financial analysis and reporting.
• Assists in preparation of monthly financial statements and reports.
• Assists Accounting Managers in bi-weekly payroll processing and subsequent journal entries, as needed.
• Maintains fixed asset detail records and performs account analysis.
• Performs A/R and A/P functions as assigned.
• Performs monthly account analysis on various general ledger accounts.
• Prepares balance sheet reconciliations and review with Accounting Manager and Director of Finance on monthly basis.
• 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.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• B.S. in Accounting or Finance from a four-year college or university
• Must have a minimum of 1-2 years of general accounting experience or Equivalent combination of education and experience of the above

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Extensive knowledge of accounting software, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word
• Experience with ADP or similar payroll systems is desirable
• Sage software knowledge is beneficial
• Extensive knowledge of general and cost accounting
• Familiar with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
• Excellent math skills; high aptitude for figures
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and organizational ability
• Ability to work with and maintain highly confidential information is required
• Must be very detail oriented
• Ability to work under limited supervision and to interact with all levels of staff, including management
• Ability to work irregular hours will vary due to events and will include day, evening, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet strict deadlines
• Must have professional attitude and appearance

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: On Site in Tucson, AZ

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.