Staff Accountant

POSITION:
Staff Accountant

DEPARTMENT:
Finance

REPORTS TO:

Director of Finance

FLSA STATUS:
Full-Time / Exempt

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated professional to join our team. This role is responsible for managing payroll, financial reporting, and event-related accounting activities, while supporting the organization’s forecasting and budgeting processes.

• Process biweekly payroll.
• Manage monthly accounts receivable and event billing.
• Prepare and input general ledger entries.
• Create invoices and settlement documents for events.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations.
• Conduct monthly general ledger reconciliations.
• Support monthly forecasting and analysis.
• Assist with annual budget creation and tracking.
  
  Assist with special projects and initiatives as assigned by senior leadership.

To perform this role successfully, the individual must be able to carry out each essential responsibility with accuracy, energy, and enthusiasm. This position requires someone who is self-driven, resourceful, and able to take ownership of their work from start to finish without the need for constant oversight or step-by-step direction. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where accountability and initiative are critical.

• Solid knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Extensive knowledge of general and cost accounting.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills and organizational ability.
• Ability to work with and maintain highly confidential information is required.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel (required).
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to prioritize, problem-solve, and deliver results with minimal supervision.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience with accounting software such as Dynamics 365 (requested, not required).
• Experience with payroll software systems such as ADP or ABI (preferred, not required).

B.S. in Accounting or Related Field from a four-year college or university preferred but not required. At least 3 to 5 years’ experience in corporate accounting and/or finance role.

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan.

Location:

On Site:
Wilmington Convention Center.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

NOTE:

The essential responsibilities of this position are described above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

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