Staff Accountant; Highmark Stadium - Buffalo Bills

Position: Staff Accountant

Department: Finance/Accounting

Reports To: Director of Finance

FLSA Status: FT salaried, exempt

Location: New Highmark Stadium - Orchard Park, NY

Company Overview: Legends Global is the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands. We deliver a fully integrated solution of premium services that keeps our partners front and center through our white‑label approach. Our network of 450 venues worldwide hosts 20,000 events and entertains 165 million guests each year, powered by deep expertise across feasibility & consulting, owner's representation, sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and content & booking of world‑class live events and venues.

Legends Global’s culture is one of respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can be authentic, make an impact, and grow their career. Winning is an everyday thing at Legends Global.

The Staff Accountant assists the Director of Finance in executing all accounting functions, including establishing and maintaining accounting principles, preparing and evaluating daily, weekly, and monthly financial operating reports, and presenting findings and recommendations to senior management.

• Participate in month‑end close activities, including the preparation and review of journal entries and budget‑to‑actual reports.
• Provide training to new and existing staff and serve as a resource on accounting matters.
• Prepare and review monthly reconciliations of assigned balance sheet accounts and ensure general ledger accounts are reconciled, resolving reconciling items.
• Work cross‑functionally with other groups in day‑to‑day operations.
• Reconcile general ledgers, post journal entries, and assist with preparation of financial statements.
• Handle accruals, fixed‑assets, revenue recognition, and variance analysis.
• Reconcile intercompany accounts and post eliminating journal entries.
• Substantiate financial transactions by auditing documents; verify and analyze business records, transactions, and procedures.
• Prepare monthly journal entries and account reconciliations for assigned general ledger accounts and balance sheets.
• Prepare schedules for quarterly reviews and year‑end audit for independent external auditors; research issues, clarify information, and prepare supporting data.
• Lead special projects as assigned.
• Provide customer service to internal employees and outside contacts.
• Practice safe work habits and complete company and venue safety and general compliance training.
• Maintain a pleasant and collaborative attitude towards customers, co‑workers, and management.
• Adhere to Legends Global and venue company policies.
• Complete other duties as assigned by management.
• Available to work non‑traditional hours (nights, weekends & holidays).

• CPA preferred.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Able to demonstrate flexibility and quickly adapt to changes.
• Self‑motivated, works independently, and is a strong team player.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Maintain high level of confidentiality.
• Minimum 2 years accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP.
• Knowledge of internal controls over financial reporting.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Detail oriented and deadline driven with good analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work with all levels of management and associates.
• Ability to present financial data concisely, logically, and usefully.

• Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting or Finance.
• 2–3 years of accounting experience (preferred).
• Strong analytic and communication skills.

Competitive salary of $63,000 to $70,000 per year, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401(k) plan.

Location:

New Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, NY.

• Constant standing, walking, bending, reaching, and repetitive motions.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Exposure to loud noises (e.g., fireworks, voices, and audio systems), flashing lights, and extreme heat/cold.
• Ability to lift/move/maneuver up to 30 lbs.
• Prolonged periods of sitting.

The essential responsibilities of this position are described above and may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. This document does not, in any way, state or imply that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee.

Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.