AEG
Staff Accountant
AEG, Bridgeport, Connecticut, us, 06610
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How to Make the Team
We are hiring a
Staff Accountant . If you are enthusiastic about building your financial career in the sports & entertainment industry, then we want to get to know you. Bring a willingness to learn and your strong analytical skills as you will be preparing and maintaining financial records to track the organization's assets, liabilities, profit and loss and other related financial activities. You will report directly to the Director of Finance and will engage frequently with all departments across our entities. The Bridgeport Islanders are in Bridgeport, Connecticut at Total Mortgage Arena and are the AHL affiliate of the New York Islanders.
Show Us You CanResponsibilities include account analysis, journal entries, account reconciliations, and support for the Director and ControllerThis role will be to prepare detailed balance sheet and income statement account analysis and assist with preparation of audit requests as directedProvide timely and detailed monthly/quarterly Balance Sheet and Profit & Loss account analysis as assigned, including substantiation of account balances, and recommend adjusting journal entries, where neededMost schedules are used for internal, external, and tax purposesAssist with completion of monthly closesProvide financial support and monthly analysis to various corporate departmentsSupport accounting group day-to-day activities and complete special projects in an accurate and timely manner, as assignedRecommend/improve company-wide utilization of financial systems and digital technologies to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and timeliness of reportingWhat Skills You'll Use
Accountable : Take ownership of your work and of your projects from start to finishFlexible : Switch gears at a moment's notice and adapt to shifting prioritiesCollaborative : Build cross-functional relationships within the organization and with vendors and partnersPassionate : Bring energy and a can-do attitude to the role every daySolutions-Oriented : Show off your problem solving and decision-making skills while focusing on the solutions in every caseYour Training & Talent
Bachelor's degree in accounting, or finance2-3 years of accounting or finance experience. A mix of public and private accounting preferredStrong analytical skillsProficient in Excel spreadsheet modeling along with all MS Office platforms (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint & Excel)Effective written and oral communications skillsAccustomed to working in a fast-paced environment with ability to multi-task and collaborateAbility and willingness to work flexible hoursExceptional account management and customer service skillsPassionate and invested in your workCurious to learn and build upon an already existing skill setMotivated, self-starter with a no-task-too-small attitudeBC365 experience a plusWhere You'll Go
Based on current conditions, you will primarily be working a hybrid schedule (at least 3 days in the office)You will report to the Total Mortgage Arena in Bridgeport, CT.What is in It for You
Expanding your finance experienceComprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance401(k) retirement plan with company matchPaid time off and holidaysProfessional development opportunitiesJoining an entrepreneurial, start-up mindset
The Fine Print
The Bridgeport Islanders are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status
How to Make the Team
We are hiring a
Staff Accountant . If you are enthusiastic about building your financial career in the sports & entertainment industry, then we want to get to know you. Bring a willingness to learn and your strong analytical skills as you will be preparing and maintaining financial records to track the organization's assets, liabilities, profit and loss and other related financial activities. You will report directly to the Director of Finance and will engage frequently with all departments across our entities. The Bridgeport Islanders are in Bridgeport, Connecticut at Total Mortgage Arena and are the AHL affiliate of the New York Islanders.
Show Us You CanResponsibilities include account analysis, journal entries, account reconciliations, and support for the Director and ControllerThis role will be to prepare detailed balance sheet and income statement account analysis and assist with preparation of audit requests as directedProvide timely and detailed monthly/quarterly Balance Sheet and Profit & Loss account analysis as assigned, including substantiation of account balances, and recommend adjusting journal entries, where neededMost schedules are used for internal, external, and tax purposesAssist with completion of monthly closesProvide financial support and monthly analysis to various corporate departmentsSupport accounting group day-to-day activities and complete special projects in an accurate and timely manner, as assignedRecommend/improve company-wide utilization of financial systems and digital technologies to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and timeliness of reportingWhat Skills You'll Use
Accountable : Take ownership of your work and of your projects from start to finishFlexible : Switch gears at a moment's notice and adapt to shifting prioritiesCollaborative : Build cross-functional relationships within the organization and with vendors and partnersPassionate : Bring energy and a can-do attitude to the role every daySolutions-Oriented : Show off your problem solving and decision-making skills while focusing on the solutions in every caseYour Training & Talent
Bachelor's degree in accounting, or finance2-3 years of accounting or finance experience. A mix of public and private accounting preferredStrong analytical skillsProficient in Excel spreadsheet modeling along with all MS Office platforms (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint & Excel)Effective written and oral communications skillsAccustomed to working in a fast-paced environment with ability to multi-task and collaborateAbility and willingness to work flexible hoursExceptional account management and customer service skillsPassionate and invested in your workCurious to learn and build upon an already existing skill setMotivated, self-starter with a no-task-too-small attitudeBC365 experience a plusWhere You'll Go
Based on current conditions, you will primarily be working a hybrid schedule (at least 3 days in the office)You will report to the Total Mortgage Arena in Bridgeport, CT.What is in It for You
Expanding your finance experienceComprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance401(k) retirement plan with company matchPaid time off and holidaysProfessional development opportunitiesJoining an entrepreneurial, start-up mindset
The Fine Print
The Bridgeport Islanders are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status