Big Night Entertainment Group - Accountant

As an Accountant supporting both our accounting and accounts payable functions, a typical day might include the following:

• Audit and reconcile daily sales, cash and credit card activity from Oracle Simphony POS, including bank and merchant reconciliations
• Posting of journal entries to general ledger including but not limited to: sales, A/P, A/R, payroll, inventory, prepaid expenses and accruals
• Prepare weekly and monthly P&L analysis and investigate variances versus prior year and budget, working with venue management to resolve outstanding items
• Completing monthly P/L statements for individual talent, artists, and events
• Tracking and monitoring expenses; determining contractually deductible expenses
• Review inventory activity in Restaurant365 (R365) and prepare monthly inventory variance and Cost of Goods Sold analysis
• Working with talent coordinator and other venue accountants to complete Big Night Venues talent disbursements according to contractual schedules
• Prepare and file monthly sales/use tax returns and payments, as well as annual 1099s and personal property tax returns
• Maintain a working understanding of A/P and A/R and research and reconcile related discrepancies as needed
• Reconciling bank accounts and complete venues reimbursement requests
• Balance sheet account review and analysis
• Support the annual CPA review/audit and complete other accounting projects assigned
• Assisting with reconciliation of credit card payments and charge backs, including reviewing and resolving transaction disputes
• Completing ad hoc requests for Accounting Management Team and other leadership
• Other duties as assigned

This job might be for you if you demonstrate the following abilities and meet the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required
• 2–4 years of General Ledger accounting experience or equivalent
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations, A/P, A/R and Cost of Goods Sold
• Prior food and beverage industry accounting experience highly preferred
• Prior experience using WorkDay and inventory management software preferred
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organizational, time management and communication skills
• Must be able to thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment
• The ability to read and analyze a balance sheet and income statement
• Advanced use of Microsoft Excel

Physical Demands / Work Environment / Hours

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

• This position is located in beautiful new office at The Hub on Causeway with scenic views of the Zakim bridge. This full-time role is office-based and is NOT a remote opportunity
• Job functions require hours of sitting, typing, and use of a computer. May be required to lift or move up to 20 lbs using proper lifting techniques
• Non-typical office hours may occasionally be required including evenings, weekends, and holidays