Accounting Manager

About the role

Hollywood Park is seeking an entrepreneurial and self-motivated Accounting Manager to oversee day-to-day financial operations, including corporate accounting, financial reporting, and the maintenance of internal control procedures. This role is integral to our accounting team and will help build the finance function, requiring a "Fan First" mentality to ensure an exceptional experience for all visitors.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations.
• Support the month-end and year-end close processes through the preparation and review of journal entries and financial statements including but not limited to:
• Record and review financial transactions necessary for both internal and external reporting.
• Prepare and analyze monthly journal entries and reports for all entities within Hollywood Park.
• Review account reconciliations and research reconciling items timely.
• Ensure rigorous quality control over financial transactions and reporting.
• Document and develop business processes and accounting policies to strengthen internal controls.
• Partner with operations teams to understand day to day spend and revenue drivers. Liaise with external auditors and lead the audit process.
• Research technical accounting issues to ensure organizational compliance.
• Train, supervise and develop accounting staff, providing guidance, coaching, and support to ensure both team success and individual growth.
• Aid with special projects and growth initiatives as needed.

Requirements

• Experience: Approximately 4–8 years of combined accounting and finance experience.
• Public accounting experience is a plus.
• Manager level experience a plus.
• Industry Knowledge: Sports/Venue industry experience is preferred.
• Education/Certification: CPA is a plus.
• Technical Skills: Thorough knowledge of GAAP accounting principles and procedures. Advanced proficiency in MS Excel. Experience with general ledger functions and close processes. Experience with Microsoft Great Plains is a plus. Experience working through ERP change/implementation is a plus.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and organizational skills with high attention to detail.
• Clear communicator with the ability to interact with senior leadership.
• Strong project management and problem solving skills.
• Ability to multitask in a rapidly growing environment.

Skills

• Strong analytical and organizational skills with high attention to detail.
• Clear communicator with the ability to interact with senior leadership.
• Strong project management and problem solving skills.
• Ability to multitask in a rapidly growing environment.

Benefits

Compliance with the California Pay Transparency Act requires that compensation information provided is a good faith estimate for this position only. Hollywood Park considers a candidate’s education, certification, prior experience, as well as internal and external data when determining the salary level for potential new employees. Only in exceptional circumstances, if an external candidate has the experience, credentials, or expertise far exceeding what is expected for the position, would Hollywood Park consider paying a salary or rate near the higher end of the range.

Pay

$90,000 - $110,000 per year

Schedule

Inglewood, CA (onsite)