SoFi Stadium and Hollywood Park Looking for Senior Accountant at Inglewood, CA Full Time

SoFi Stadium, the new home of the Los Angeles Rams and Los Angeles Chargers, is located at Hollywood Park, a 298-acre sports and entertainment destination being developed by Los Angeles Rams Owner/Chairman E. Stanley Kroenke in Inglewood, California. The 3.1 million square-foot SoFi Stadium is the largest stadium in the NFL, as well as the first indoor outdoor stadium. It seats approximately 70,000, expandable up to 100,000, with more than 260 luxury suites and more than 13,000 premium seats. SoFi Stadium has already secured Super Bowl LVI in 2022, the College Football National Championship Game in 2023, and the Opening and Closing Ceremonies of the Olympic Games in 2028.

Our PURPOSE is Creating Extraordinary Experiences, one moment at a time.

Our PROMISE is to be an iconic destination that celebrates our diverse and spirited community. We promise to exceed expectations while cultivating a fun and safe experience where lasting memories are made.

Our COMMITMENTS are as follows:

SAFETY FIRST: we commit to safety as a top priority.

KEEP IT CLEAN: we commit to the highest standard of cleanliness.

ALL ARE WELCOME: we commit to valuing and celebrating the diversity of our community, our team, and all that we serve.

STRONGER TOGETHER: we commit to providing an environment that promotes teamwork, mutual respect and recognizes the positive achievements of all.

THINK BIG: we commit to innovation, inspiration, and imagination in the delivery of extraordinary experiences through every interaction.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate in ALL accounting operations including Billing, A/R, A/P, GL, and Revenue Recognition, amongst others
• Work with accounting team to develop a comprehensive GL structure that will account for multi-venue, multi-event type and multi-partner accounting and reporting framework
• Preparation of journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and analyzing general ledger for month end close
• Ensure adequate system of accounting records and compliance with GAAP
• Assist in conducting detailed review of journal entries, financial reports, and analyses for multiple legal entities
• Work collaboratively with sales, operations, programming, league and legal teams on developing accurate accounting approaches for all revenues and expenses
• Assist with the development of comprehensive financial control processes
• Serve as a technical accounting resource
• Assist in ALL aspects of internal and external financial statement preparation and reporting
• Prepare financial support for financial and tax audits, and other reporting/compliance tasks
• Participate in a wide variety of projects and compile ad-hoc reports as needed

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
• CPA or CPA candidate preferred
• 3-5 years of relevant work experience; “Big Four” and/or startup experience a plus
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel
• Experience with the following systems is a plus: Microsoft Great Plains and/or Altec/DocLink
• Experience with intercompany transactional accounting
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to meet deadlines and multi-task within a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with all levels of employees, management, and external agencies
• Take ownership of issues and problems, find and enact resolutions and recommend process changes
• A self-starter with enthusiasm, who can work independently with minimal oversight on certain projects but who is also a team player and can support projects when needed

Perks & Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare plans
• Unlimited flexible time off
• Health savings plans
• 401k retirement savings plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which provides counseling for emotional health, legal assistance, financial consulting, and home life referrals.
• Employee resource groups (ERGs) are set up and run by team members, for team members. These networks not only celebrate our individualities, but also focus on professional development and understanding each other’s diverse experiences.
• Professional and personal development opportunities, including Bravely Coaching

Compensation Range: $80,000.00 – $95,000.00

In compliance with the California Pay Transparency Act, compensation information provided is a good faith estimate for this position only. Hollywood Park considers a candidate’s education, certification, prior experience, as well as internal and external data when determining the salary level for potential new employees. Only in exceptional circumstances, if an external candidate has the experience, credentials, or expertise far exceeding what is expected for the position, would Hollywood Park consider paying a salary or rate near the higher end of the range.