Staff Accountant

Job Description

Staff Accountant | Legends Global

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Legends Global, located on-site in Tucson, AZ, supporting the operations of the Tucson Convention Center. Legends Global is a premier global partner for live events, venues, and brands, delivering fully integrated premium services through a white-label approach. With a network of 450 venues worldwide, hosting 20,000 events and entertaining 165 million guests annually, the company thrives on a culture of respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action. The Staff Accountant plays a critical part in ensuring the financial accuracy and operational efficiency of the Tucson Convention Center’s facility, food, and beverage operations, contributing directly to the success of its diverse range of events.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Location: In-person Tucson, AZ

• Team: Part of the finance team, supporting the Tucson Convention Center’s facility and food and beverage operations, reporting to an Accounting Manager.
• Mission: To accurately manage day-to-day accounting and payroll for the Tucson Convention Center, including its arena, music hall, and theater, ensuring sound financial health and operational support.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, ADP (desirable), Sage (beneficial)

What You’ll Actually Do
• Financial Records: Manage and monitor the general ledger, trial balance, and key account reconciliations to ensure accuracy.
• Cash Management: Perform bank reconciliations for multiple food and beverage and facility operation accounts.
• Revenue Operations: Prepare invoices, process monthly revenue recognition journal entries, and support event settlements.
• Payroll & Assets: Assist with bi-weekly payroll processing, related journal entries, and maintain fixed asset detail records.
• Reporting & Analysis: Conduct various financial analyses and support the preparation of monthly financial statements and reports.

The Must-Haves
• Background: A Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited four-year college or university is required. Candidates should possess a minimum of 1-2 years of progressive general accounting experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
• Experience: Demonstrated proficiency with accounting software, including extensive knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word. This role requires practical experience in applying financial principles in a professional setting.
• Skills: Comprehensive knowledge of general and cost accounting principles, coupled with familiarity with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Essential skills include excellent mathematical aptitude, strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational abilities. The position requires the capacity to handle highly confidential information, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively under limited supervision while interacting with all levels of staff and management. Flexibility to work irregular hours, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays, due to event schedules is necessary, along with the ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet strict deadlines.
• Bonus: Prior experience utilizing ADP or similar payroll systems is desirable. Knowledge of Sage accounting software is also considered beneficial.