Director of Accounting

Legends Global • Long Beach, CA

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About The Position

The Director of Accounting oversees the accounting function for the 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 employees and manages the day-to-day accounting operations, coordinating responsibilities 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 other business analyses. The role also supports accurate financial reporting, effective internal controls, timely closings and audits, and the hiring and development of accounting staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Accounting.
• Three to five years of relevant experience; hospitality industry experience is preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of accounting software and of implementing procedures, financial systems, and controls.
• Proficiency with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical ability, creative thinking, and understanding of complex business dynamics.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a deadline-oriented environment.
• Ability to work under pressure, maintain confidentiality, and meet deadlines.
• Flexibility to travel and work extended hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, due to business requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Hospitality industry experience.
• Knowledge of point-of-sale systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting processes, including sales reconciliations, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and the general ledger.
• Supervise the 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 each event day.
• Assist with designing and developing internal control procedures to safeguard company assets.
• Oversee the inventory process and conduct in-depth cost-of-goods analysis.
• Review and prepare monthly financial results and externally required financial reports.
• Ensure timely and accurate month-end closing.
• Analyze monthly balance sheet and P&L figures, prepare commentary, and identify performance trends.
• Create, maintain, and manage budgets and forecasts, including operating budgets, monthly forecasts, capital budgets, and cash flow analyses.
• Work with outside auditors to complete the annual audit and issue audited financial statements.
• Hire, train, and retain accounting staff.
• Build working relationships with business and department leaders.
• Perform other duties 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