Staff Accountant at The Oncenter & Empower FCU Amphitheater

Legends•Syracuse, NY

62d•$22

About The Position

As a Staff Accountant at The Oncenter and Empower FCU Amphitheater, you will play an important role in the daily functions of the Finance Department. The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to general accounting functions, financial reporting and analysis, event settlements, A/R and A/P processing, payroll processing, audit assistance, monthly/year-end close processing as well as other various functions. The staff accountant will work closely with the Director of Finance and assist with any projects as necessary.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting from a four-year college or university
1-2 years of related accounting experience,
Or a similar combination of education and experience.
Thorough knowledge of financial and cost accounting.
Extensive knowledge of accounting software and Microsoft Office.
Excellent math skills and attention to detail.
Effective communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills required.
Ability to interact with all levels of staff, management, vendors, and clients.
Ability to function independently with minimal supervision.
Occasionally required to work irregular hours that may vary due to functions and may include evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Close vision for review of accounting information on a PC monitor or hard copy output.
Regular use of hands for typing and coding information is required.
Required to sit for long hours, use hands to handle files, type, and operate office machines.

Responsibilities

Prepare month and year-end journal entries, including assisting with accounting close process adhering to tight deadlines, and account reconciliation.
Reconcile various general ledger accounts and Bank accounts.
Support AR and AP processes, including verifying the accuracy of general ledger coding, and entering accounts receivable and payable invoices.
Accurately input payable invoices into Microsoft D365 daily; coordinate with department heads to ensure proper approvals and general ledger coding.
Prepare weekly vendor check run and ensure vendors are paid timely.
Prepare manual checks, maintain check log and post to ADP Enterprise EV5.
Prepare accounts payable checks and match with corresponding invoice and purchase request forms.
Serve as a point of contact for vendors and internal clients for inquiries related to accounts payable activity. Ensure invoices are paid on a timely basis while not duplicating payments. Effectively monitor and follow up on invoices placed on hold.
Maintain files and related support for many departments.
Update key accounting schedules for event and non-event accrued expenses.
Participates in monthly variance analysis for each department,
Assist Director of Finance with projects.
Other duties as assigned.