Director of Accounting

ASM Global • Long Beach, CA

2d • $175,000 - $210,000

About The Position

The Director of Accounting oversees the accounting function for Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center, Food & Beverage, Long Beach Aquarium Food & Beverage, and Long Beach Amphitheater in Long Beach, California. The role directly supervises Accounting Department employees and manages the day-to-day accounting operations required for proper facility accounting. Responsibilities are coordinated with the General Manager and Legends Global Regional Director of Accounting.

The Director monitors and analyzes capital and operating budgets, monthly financial results and forecasts, annual plans, cash forecasts, and ad hoc business analyses. The position also leads the accounting team, supports internal controls, and works with outside auditors to complete the annual audit and issue audited financial statements.

Requirements

• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience, preferably in the hospitality industry.
• BA/BS in Accounting required.
• Extensive knowledge of accounting software, procedures, financial systems and controls, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical ability, creative thinking, and understanding of complex business dynamics.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize in a deadline-oriented environment.
• Ability to work under pressure and irregular hours, maintain confidentiality, and meet deadlines.
• Flexibility to travel and work extended hours as business requires, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant experience in the hospitality industry.
• Knowledge of point of sale systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting processes, including sales reconciliations, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger.
• Supervise recording of manual journal entries and oversee finance processes to ensure accounting records are complete and accurate.
• Manage payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable functions.
• Review and approve bank reconciliations, account reconciliations, and other analyses.
• Prepare a flash revenue report after every event day.
• Assist in designing and developing internal control procedures to safeguard company assets.
• Oversee the inventory process and perform in-depth cost of goods analysis.
• Review and prepare monthly financial results and externally required financial reports.
• Ensure a timely and accurate month-end closing process.
• Analyze monthly balance sheet and P&L figures, prepare comments, and identify performance trends.
• Create, maintain, and manage budgets and forecasts, including operating budgets, monthly forecasts, capital budgets, and cash flow analysis.
• Work with outside auditors to complete the annual audit and issue audited financial statements.
• Hire, train, and retain accounting staff.
• Build solid working relationships with business and department leaders.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid vacation
• 401(k) plan
• Eligibility for a discretionary annual bonus of up to 10%, based on individual and company performance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director