Accounting Associate

Accounting Associate, View Boston (Boston, MA)

LEGENDS

Founded in 2008, Legends’ operating divisions worldwide include – Global Partnerships, Global Sales, Hospitality, Global Partnerships, Global Merchandise, Global Technology Solutions, Attractions, Growth Enterprises – offering clients and partners a 360-degree data and analytics fueled service solution platform to elevate their brand and execute their vision. Currently, Legends works with marquee clients across business verticals including professional sports; collegiate; attractions; entertainment; and conventions and leisure. We are the industry leaders in designing, planning, and realizing exceptional experiences in sports and entertainment. For more information, visit www.Legends.net and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TheLegendsWay.

ATTRACTIONS

Global Attractions is a natural progression from Legends 360-degree platform for success. Our unrivaled guest experience and deeply researched sales and planning methodologies give us an edge. Legends currently operates 10 attractions around the globe. We bring together some of the brightest experiential and attraction masterminds around the globe to ensure each brilliant idea is regionally relevant and destined to dazzle, delight and drive a steady stream of diverse visitors.

• Custom narratives to guide the journey, delivered to deeply engage distinct visitor groups
• Bold and dramatic design to push the envelope on the physical space and inspire awe and wonder
• Re-imagined dining experiences to delight local foodies
• Leading-edge technology and innovation to drive interactivity and create fully immersive experiences

Legends manages all operations across ticketing, special events, sponsorship food and beverage and retail for Attractions partners.

VIEW BOSTON

View Boston, which encompasses the top three floors of the Prudential Tower, will feature immersive experiential exhibits and a bistro on the 50th floor, an indoor/outdoor cocktail lounge with a 360-degree outdoor viewing deck on the 51st floor, and a double high (24-foot) indoor viewing space on the 52nd floor. The destination, designed with the adventurer in mind, was created to be an attraction that welcomes locals, and domestic and international visitors, being the ideal stop as they begin their Boston experience. Whether they are interested in discovering famed institutions and coveted hidden gems through immersive interactive experiences or meeting friends for a sunset cocktail - their unforgettable Bostonian experience starts here.   www.viewboston.com

THE ROLE   

Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Accounting Associate is responsible for capturing, assessing, and communicating statistical data pertinent to the success of the View Boston Observatory operation. The Accounting Associate will be the subject matter expert for all financial, operational, and risk management metrics through data reporting, assessment, and analytics. These functions include, but are not limited to, establishing, and maintaining accounting principles (GAAP), practices, policies, and procedures. Preparing and evaluating daily, weekly, and monthly financial operating reports and present findings and recommendations to the Director. The Accounting Associate is responsible for the daily reconciliation of revenue for View Boston Observatory, including ticketing, food & beverage, and merchandise sales, restaurant buyouts, group events, and catering events. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Work directly with the Director of Finance to prepare operations analysis and reports.
• Manage AP & AR processes maintaining accuracy throughout the processes with attention to detail.
• Participate in month-end activities including the preparation/review of journal entries and variance analysis.
• Prepare and review monthly reconciliations of assigned balance sheet accounts and ensure that general ledger accounts are reconciled with resolution to reconciling items.
• Manage the day-to-day tasks of reconciliation including daily cash room reconciliation.
• Produce and distribute Daily Flash Sales for View Boston Operations.
• Manage the processes which ensure accurate and timely financial statements and month end close.
• Oversee the inventory process and perform in-depth cost of goods analysis.
• Manage the weekly disbursement of payroll, including garnishments, benefits, and taxes consistent with federal and state wage and hour laws.
• Analyze monthly balance sheet and P&L figures to prepare comments and expose performance trends.
• Develop and coordinate automated accounting applications and processes.
•  Provide audit support for all financial activity.
•  Assist Director of Finance in budgeting process, including analyze budget to actual and analyze and report on variances.
•  Perform other duties as assigned by Director of Finance as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty above at the highest levels. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• Two or more years of progressive accounting experience.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics AX preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to build solid working relationships with business and department leaders.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to effectively evaluate risks and liabilities of special events.
• Detail oriented and ability to work independently.
• Effective teamwork and exceptional personal integrity.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent customer service and organizational skills, outstanding vendor communication.
• Knowledge of accounting policy and procedures and POS Systems.
• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in spreadsheet, database, CRM, and word processing programs.
• Strong interpersonal skills; can effectively communicate (oral and written) and influence decision making.
• Responds quickly and effectively to changing trends and circumstances; embraces change and welcomes fresh perspectives; Ability to learn new programs and procedures quickly.
• Ability to work the occasional nights, weekends, and holidays as necessary.
• Practice safe work habits, follow all safety policies and procedures and regulations, complete company-wide safety training and additional job specific safety training

COMPENSATION 

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

WORKING CONDITIONS

Location: On site

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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, hear; use hands to finger, and handle controls. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to stand, walk, and stoop. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Legends is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or genetic information.

Education

• Associates or better in Other

Skills

• Communication
• Financial Reconciling