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Harris Blitzer Sports and Entertainment Staff Accountant in Camden, New Jersey
Staff Accountant
Camden, NJ
WHO WE ARE:
Founded by Josh Harris and David Blitzer, Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment (HBSE) includes in its portfolio the Philadelphia 76ers, the New Jersey Devils, leading venue Prudential Center in Newark, N.J., the Delaware Blue Coats, and the Utica Comets. Led by some of the best and brightest minds across a diverse spectrum of industries, HBSE positions itself as one of the most pioneering, innovative global sports and entertainment businesses to date. HBSE also strives to positively impact the local communities in which it operates through the powerful platform of sports.
HBSE offers an energetic work environment built on collaboration, growth, and a quest to excel in everything we do. Prudential Center in downtown Newark, N.J. hosts more than 175 concerts, family shows and special events annually and is the fourth-ranked sports and entertainment venue in the U.S. by Pollstar and Billboard. It is home to the New Jersey Devils, a renowned NHL franchise with three Stanley Cup championships and a proud, passionate fan base.
The Philadelphia 76ers organization is one of the most storied franchises in American sports, led by some of the best and brightest minds across a diverse spectrum of industries, HBSE positions itself as one of the most pioneering, innovative global sports and entertainment businesses to date. The 76ers have attracted the industry’s top leadership talent from the NBA, NFL, NHL, MLB, MLS, UFC and NCAA, resulting in one of the most exciting, rewarding, and dynamic work environments within the sports industry. The 76ers offer a best-in-class workplace culture built on collaboration, growth, and a quest to excel in everything we do.OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY:
At HBSE, we engage, represent and reflect diverse voices of employees, players fans and communities. We are dedicated to hiring the best talent that is reflective of where we live, work and play – across all groups and levels; supporting and developing every employee to reach their potential; and creating an inclusive environment that allows team members to bring their true authentic selves to work.
Job Description
Position overview:The position will focus on the analysis, review, and processing of Accounts Payable and/or Accounts Receivable, as well as various general ledger responsibilities for the Philadelphia 76ers. This individual must be an independent thinker and assist the department in developing efficient accounting processes.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the below:
Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
Manage and analyze invoices and expense reports in web-based, document management platform for appropriate documentation and approval
Review, research and reconcile departmental/vendor invoices as needed
Review sponsorship contracts and manage billing and receipts
Post payments by recording cash, checks, and credit card transactions
Create miscellaneous invoices as requested.
Run AR Aging report for analysis, tracking payments and collecting on delinquent accounts
Review, maintain and reconcile AR reports, spreadsheets, and files
General Ledger and Reporting
Review, analyze and record cash receipts on a monthly basis.
Support month-end and year-end financial close process
Bank reconciliations in accordance with the monthly close calendar
Prepare monthly balance sheet account reconciliations and analysis
Prepare and input journal entries
Other Duties
Assist with external audits, including various state tax, league and year-end audits
Assist with processes which ensure accurate & timely financial reporting
Ad-hoc analysis and projects on an as needed basis
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree with major coursework in Accounting or related field.
Must be proficient in Windows and Microsoft Office products, specifically with strong Excel skills
Knowledge of Sage (MAS) or similar accounting software preferred
Knowledge of Concur or similar web-based, document management platforms preferred
Must be energetic and eager to learn with a team mindset
Must be accurate and efficient, with the ability to manage time and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines
Must be a strategic and critical thinker who is dynamic, forward thinking, extremely analytical and well organized
Must be able to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form
Must maintain professionalism at all times and be comfortable and capable of working with all levels of management
Working conditions:
Work Environment: This position is based in Camden, NJ
Travel Requirements: May be required to travel on rare occasions (<5% travel); trips may require air travel and/or overnight stay for one or more nights.
Our benefits:
Medical/Dental/Vision/Flexible Spending Accounts (all LGBT friendly)
Pretax Transportation Benefit
Generous parental leave policies
401K (100% up to 5% is matched, after 1 year of service)
Unlimited Paid Time Off
13 Paid Holidays
½ Day Summer Fridays
Complimentary or Discounted Sports & Concert Tickets
On Site Fitness Rooms
Other League & Partner Discounts
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
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