Accounting Manager, Hospitality & Corporate Partnerships

Anaheim Ducks•Anaheim, CA

12h•$100,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

A great experience starts with you! Honda Center welcomes fans, performers, and athletes from around the globe. Our team members are an integral part of the event experience through their interactions with guests. Whether you’re looking to create a great guest experience at a concert, support business growth and development, work behind-the-scenes during an Anaheim Ducks game, or anything in-between, this is your opportunity to start the next chapter of your career story and help create a one-of-a-kind fan experience at Honda Center. Once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, apply to the ones you feel best suit you, as an applicant, you can always see your application status in your profile. OCVIBE, a premier $5 billion mixed-use community and live entertainment district, is coming to Anaheim in 2027. We are seeking a high-caliber Accounting Manager to lead the financial operations for our hospitality and corporate sponsorship divisions. This is a highly visible, strategic role that requires a "bias for action" and the ability to solve complex problems in a fast-paced environment. Reporting to the Senior Director of Finance, you will be responsible for ensuring accurate month-end close for unique business entities and delivering financial reports including the P&L, Balance Sheet, and KPI reporting. This role is designed for a candidate with the ambition to grow into a Controller position as our business expands toward the 2027 opening.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from an accredited university.
Active CPA license is required.
Minimum 7+ years of progressive experience in accounting or finance.
Advanced ability to interpret complex data with strong attention to detail, build process flows, and communicate results to various stakeholders.
Proven record of managing staff and handling competing priorities under strict deadlines.
Must have excellent time management and organizational skills.
Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to navigate high-visibility stakeholder relationships.
Must have a customer service mentality.

Nice To Haves

Strong preference for experience in Hospitality, Food & Beverage, or Corporate Sponsorships.
Ability to thrive in a growth-oriented organization.

Responsibilities

Manage and execute all accounting functions, including complex journal entries, bank reconciliations, and a rigorous month-end close process.
Manage fixed assets, with knowledge of ASC 842 (lease accounting).
Perform specialized revenue share and revenue recognition calculations for hospitality and corporate partnerships, while overseeing AP processing for Cost of Goods Sold (COGS).
Process weekly revenue share settlements to culinary partners.
Prepare yearly tax workbook and property tax return.
Directly supervise and mentor one Senior Accountant, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
Support the Senior Director in the stand-up of new business processes and the implementation of enterprise-wide IT and procurement systems.
Manage cash forecasting, and treasury activities to ensure optimal liquidity and strategic decision-making.
Ensure strict adherence to U.S. GAAP standards.
Manage sales and use tax returns and audits, and support the Finance Department with City of Anaheim, and NHL audits when necessary.
Act as a primary liaison for client stakeholders and vendors, effectively communicating and outlining solutions to complex challenges.