AP Accountant

POSITION:                      AP Accountant                              

DEPARTMENT:             Finance            

REPORTS TO:                Director of Finance 

FLSA STATUS:              FT Exempt

LEGENDS & ASM GLOBAL

Two powerhouse companies have joined forces to redefine excellence in sports, entertainment, and live events. Together, we combine unmatched expertise with a global reach, offering an end-to-end solution across all areas of venue operations and revenue generation for many of the world’s most iconic brands and venues.

Legends brings a 360-degree, data-driven approach across planning, sales, partnerships, hospitality, and merchandise, working with top-tier clients to deliver exceptional experiences.

ASM Global, the world leader in venue management and live event production, oversees 400+ arenas, stadiums, convention/exhibition centers, and performing arts venues globally.

Our organization is committed to building an inclusive, innovative environment where differences drive solutions that benefit our team members, guests, and partners. Guided by our values of respect, integrity, and accountability, we create a workplace where everyone can succeed. Are you ready to be part of the team that is transforming live entertainment? Join us to make legends happen!

THE ROLE:  Under supervision of Director of Finance, manage purchases, costs and payments relating to all operations at the Wilmington Convention Center.

ESSENTIAL DUTES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for the oversight and/or processing/reviewing all invoices and purchases for operations.
• Prepare and analyze information for financial statements
• Maintain internal controls and purchasing procedures, issue purchase orders to all departments
• New Vendor Setup and Tracking
• AP related journal entries and accruals
• Back up for bi-weekly ADP payroll.
• Responsible for some balance sheet reconciliations and departmental expense review
• Responsible for AP file Retention
• Prepare various sales reports and operational reports as required by Director of Finance.
• Assists as the back-up for other Accountants as necessary
• Abides by all SMG policies in the Human Resources Policies and Procedures Manual, the Business Code of Conduct, GAAP and the Cash Handling Procedures
• All other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty with energy and enthusiasm. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE     

• B.S. in Accounting Preferred
• At least (4) four years’ equivalent experience required
• Prefer but not required prior experience in a Food & Beverage environment

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Work independently, exercise judgment and initiative
• Maintain an effective working relationship with employees and others encountered through the course of employment.
• Operate standard office equipment and personal computer Windows, MS Excel, MS Outlook and MS Word.
• Define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw conclusions.
• Work effectively under pressure and/or stringent schedule and produce accurate results.
• Organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines.
• Follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively with others in both oral and written form.
• Remain flexible and adjust to situations as they occur.
• Work in a fast-paced environment.

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 at The Wilmington Convention Center

Requires ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends and holidays, in addition to normal business hours. Physical requirements of walking, lifting and standing.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully pe