Staff Accountant

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, Prudential Center in Newark, N.J., the Delaware Blue Coats, the Utica Comets and a variety of other sports and entertainment properties. Led by some of the best and brightest minds in the industry, HBSE positions itself as a pioneering and innovative global sports and entertainment business enterprise. We also strive to positively impact the local communities in which we operate 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.

As part of its portfolio, Prudential Center in downtown Newark, N.J. annually hosts more than 200 games, concerts, family shows and special events and is a top-5 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. HBSE also owns the NBA’s Philadelphia 76ers, one of the most storied franchises in American sports, having won three championships led by some of the most iconic athletes in NBA history.

OUR COMMITMENT TO INCLUSION:

At HBSE, we are dedicated to hiring the best talent from the communities 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.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Prudential Center and the New Jersey Devils are seeking an Accountant who will report to our Senior Accounting Manager. The position will focus on the analysis, review and processing of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable for the New Jersey Devils and Prudential Center Arena. The 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

• Manage and analyze invoices and expense reports in web-based, document management platform for appropriate documentation and approval
• Manage system data feeds and exports to and from financial system
• Review, research and reconcile departmental invoices
• Review invoices and expense reports for appropriate documentation and approval
• Make weekly payment selections in accordance with cash flow allowance
• Manage and maintain W9 Files and annual 1099 filing
• Respond to vendor/internal staff inquiries
• Review, maintain and reconcile AP reports, spreadsheets, and files
  
  
  

Accounts Receivable

• Review, analyze and record daily & weekly ticket sales
• Post payments by recording cash, checks, and credit card transactions
• Create miscellaneous invoices as requested
• Run AR Aging report for analysis, track payments, collect delinquent payments
• Review, maintain and reconcile AR reports, spreadsheets, and files
  
  
  

Other Duties

• Account reconciliations and analysis
• Prepare detailed account schedules
• Prepare and input journal entries
• Assist with external audits, including various state tax audits and year-end audits
• Assist with processes which ensure accurate & timely financial reporting
• Ad-hoc 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 Microsoft Dynamics SL (Solomon) or similar accounting software preferred
• Knowledge of Chrome River 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:

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.

Physical Demands: This position requires the ability to lift up to 10 pounds.

Work Environment: This position generally requires that work be performed from the Prudential Center/New Jersey Devils offices, but attendance at events taking place in the arena or offsite, including on weekends and/or holidays, may be required.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $60,000 and $65,000/year. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

This position will be an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The benefits package for the position may include the following, subject to the terms of the then-in-effect Company policies, plan documents and other eligibility criteria:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Flexible Spending Accounts
• Pretax Transportation Benefit
• Generous Parental Leave policies
• 401K (with a company match after 1 year of service)
• Generous Paid Time Off policies
• 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.