Accounting Manager

The FORMULA 1 HEINEKEN LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX has rapidly become a world-class event in its first two years. This three-day spectacle attracts a global audience to witness the world's greatest drivers and cars navigate the iconic Las Vegas Strip at breathtaking speeds approaching 200 mph.

Position Overview

This role seamlessly navigates between the details and the big picture. This position plays a critical role within accounting and finance. The Accounting Manager will take the lead in supporting internal controls, monthly financial reporting, accounts payable, treasury and intercompany functions. The Accounting Manager will also contribute directly to the budgeting and forecasting processes and support cross-departmental projects and reporting needs.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate strong foundational knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SOX
• Contribute to team planning and provide oversight to ensure we meet critical deadlines while always remaining compliant with organizational and professional practices and policies
• Manage assigned areas of month-end financial close and contribute to timely and error-free reporting by:
• Administering close schedules to meet key deadlines while continuing to support our team operationally (e.g., vendor invoicing, payments, etc.)
• Preparing, reviewing and coaching other team members in areas including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, reporting commentary and other supporting schedules relevant to month-end close and reporting
• Monitoring team progress and maintaining clear communication of status with accounting leadership, parent companies, auditors, and all other key stakeholders
• Supervise and provide oversight over day-to-day workstreams in areas including, but not limited to, accounts payable, accrual analysis, intercompany transactions, cash and treasury, fixed assets, leases, and support federal and local tax filing requirements
• Directly collaborate with finance and operational departments on forecasting and variance analysis, including providing sound accounting advice on contracts or transactions based on research, while drawing on prior technical experience
• Demonstrate strong Excel skills, including abilities in data cleansing/structuring through use of Power Query and/or advanced Excel techniques
• Contribute to a team culture focused on coaching, development and collaboration across the broader organization
• Assist in documenting and maintaining accounting policies, technical accounting positions or changes in controls
• Assist with coordination of internal and external audit requests
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance; advanced degree and/or credentials (CPA and/or MBA) are preferrable
• Requires 3-5 years of relevant experience, including supervisory responsibilities; public accounting experience and/or FP&A experience are preferrable
• Advanced Excel skills, including Power Query; knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Workday Adaptive is preferrable
• Must have strong foundational US GAAP knowledge; previous experience with IFRS and/or intragroup reporting a plus
• Comfortable researching accounting guidance and tailoring your point of view based on others’ needs and level of accounting knowledge
• Strong communication skills and passion for developing collaborative relationships across all levels and teams to provide an elevated level of service in our fast-paced environment is required
• Possess a strong work ethic and willingness to lead from the front with a team-first mindset
• Comfortable adjusting working hours to support the broader team in preparation for the race, meet all our key reporting timelines, and to periodically accommodate meetings across time zones (including U.K. colleagues)
• Highly organized and detailed oriented
  
  

OUR VALUES

We drive forward as one team, fueled by our values. Our passion for excellence makes us the best at what we do, delivering unmatched performance every day.

DEDICATION - Driven by enthusiasm

We take pride in what we do, we are motivated to work hard and give everything 100%

INTEGRITY - Racing with honor

We are open and honest, always doing the right thing for our colleagues and for the business

TEAMWORK - Powered by inclusivity

The success of each of us always relies on the work of the entire team. We win only if we collaborate, communicate, and support each other, harnessing our diverse skills and perspectives to work together

INNOVATION - Accelerating the future

Speed is our nature; innovation is our edge. We embrace new ideas and creative thinking to stay ahead of the curve, learning from failure and success

EXCELLENCE - Chasing victory

Every race is a challenge, and every challenge is an opportunity to achieve greatness. We plan, adapt, and deliver, always striving to improve ourselves.

Las Vegas Grand Prix, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), parental status, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.