Staff Accountant, Venue Accounting - Sports Facilities Management

The Sports Facilities Companies • Largo, FL

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About The Position

The Staff Accountant - Venue Accounting provides accounting services for SFC-managed facilities and supports core accounting functions, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and monthly-close activities across a portfolio of clients. The role is suited to a detail-oriented, highly organized accountant who is eager to develop in a fast-paced, multi-entity accounting environment. It offers broad exposure to operational accounting, client interaction, and financial analysis, as well as the opportunity to work closely with an experienced Controller committed to mentorship and professional development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting.
• Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience preferred.
• Skilled in Microsoft Excel, including advanced formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis functions.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting processes.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage calendars, deadlines, and checklists effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Client-focused mindset and commitment to exceptional service and follow-through.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to travel overnight to venue locations approximately 10% of the time.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in multi-entity, hospitality, sports, entertainment, or service-based industries.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics Business Central.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries accurately and on time as part of the monthly close cycle.
• Record daily activity from client point-of-sale platforms in the general ledger.
• Record client deposits to ensure funds are accounted for promptly.
• Monitor bank balances and cash flow activity to anticipate funding needs and support timely vendor payments and payroll obligations.
• Compile weekly and monthly financial reporting for facility General Managers.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including invoice processing, payment application, collections follow-up, vendor payments, and reconciliation of related account balances.
• Perform bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Assist clients with preparing and analyzing budgets and financial forecasts.
• Prepare and file client sales and use tax returns, ensuring accurate recording and timely remittance to the appropriate taxing jurisdictions.
• Complete special projects and daily assignments as directed by management.

Benefits

• Ongoing training and professional development to enhance technical accounting, operational, and leadership skills.
• Clear opportunities for career growth and advancement within a growing organization.
• Mentorship and professional development from accessible and supportive leadership.
• Collaborative environment that encourages continuous learning, cross-functional experience, and professional growth.

What This Job Offers

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