- Location
- Mercedes-Benz Stadium, United States of America
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Finance
- Seniority
- Senior
- Source
- Workday
Description
At the Blank Family of Businesses, our Core Values drive our culture, guide our decisions, and make our organization a great place to work.
GIVE BACK TO OTHERS
Recognize that the well-being of business cannot be separated from the well-being of society. Join in our ongoing efforts to give back through time, talents, labor and financial commitment.
LEAD BY EXAMPLE
Demonstrate an entrepreneurial spirit that supports our culture and vision. Take full advantage of our empowerment philosophy by offering suggestions, making decisions and taking responsibility for actions. Stand up for your convictions and vocalize your opinions.
INNOVATE CONTINUOUSLY
Constantly seek new ways to improve results and move above and beyond what seems possible. Demonstrate non-stop reinvention. Do not let unnecessary bureaucracy kill innovation. Implement high quality, new processes, products, services, or solutions that meet or exceed the needs and expectations of our customers.
PUT PEOPLE FIRST
Demonstrate understanding that people are the center, the heartbeat of any successful enterprise. Build rapport and trust by demonstrating sensitivity and respect for others. Empower and listen to associates because they are our number-one source for information and ideas. Invest time and resources in developing associates’ skills and assisting them in managing their careers.
LISTEN AND RESPOND
Listen to internal and external customers (fans, grantees, players, associates, vendors, partners) to understand what they need. View customer needs as golden opportunities that, when creatively addressed, will enhance our competitive edge and the environment in which we all work and professionally grow. Dedicate the needed resources, time and energy to creating lasting value for all customers.
INCLUDE EVERYONE
Our individual differences make our organization more valuable. Value diverse ideas, experiences, skills, work styles and backgrounds. Harness individual differences to create a competitive advantage and better support our partners. Encourage others to accept and capitalize on diversity.
About Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Mercedes-Benz Stadium is the new home of the Atlanta Falcons and Atlanta United and opened for its first events in August 2017. The stadium is also host of numerous other sports and entertainment events. The multi-purpose venue features flexible capacity that can expand to up to 83,000 seats; a retractable roof structure inspired by the oculus in the ancient Rome Pantheon; views of the Atlanta skyline; a 360-degree HD video halo board that, at nearly six stories tall and 1,100 linear feet in diameter, is the largest in the NFL and the world; an exterior fan plaza that provides fans with pre- and post-game entertainment; and a host of bars, restaurants and unique gathering destinations offering fans an unparalleled game day experience. Mercedes-Benz Stadium is part of AMB Sports & Entertainment, which also includes the Atlanta Falcons and Atlanta United.
Position Summary
We are hiring for a Staff Accountant to join our Finance team at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. This individual will report to the Accounting Manager and assist in the day-to-day and month-end accounting for Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Additionally, s/he will assist in the completion of the Company’s annual audits and on various special projects. S/he will provide strategic support to the finance team and management including process documentation, controls implementation, treasury management and other requested projects.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Assist in the estimate, settlement, accounting, and reporting for stadium events
- Prepare general ledger entries by maintaining relevant records and files
- Assist in the preparation of account reconciliations
- Month end and year end close responsibilities
- Assist finances team with annual financial audits
- Effectively communicate issues and errors to management
- Complete ad hoc analysis and other projects as assigned
Qualifications and Education Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
- Interest and/or experience with stadium/entertainment accounting and reporting a plus
- Public Accounting or Corporate Accounting experience a plus
- Great Plains, Concur, and Vena experience a plus
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Required Skills
- Use of good judgment, professionalism, strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative style
- Demonstrate high integrity, tact, and a positive attitude
- Strong communication, time management and organizational skills
- Proficiency in decision making, analysis and entrepreneurial strategic thinking
- Demonstrate ability to be value-added business partner with peers and senior executives
- Strong Excel skills and Windows-based finance system knowledge
- Proven ability to concurrently perform multiple assignments and manage projects on strict deadlines under pressure
- Must be able to maintain confidential information
- Maintain flexibility in work schedule to support events as needed
Salary and Benefits
- Eligible for Season tickets to Atlanta United and Atlanta Falcons games
- Occasional access to additional third-party events and concerts
- Competitive health benefits and 401k package
- Flexible schedule including work from home opportunities
- Three weeks of vacation plus additional company and flex holidays
- And more!