Founded by Josh Harris and David Blitzer, Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment (HBSE) includes in its portfolio the Philadelphia 76ers, the New Jersey Devils, leading venue Prudential Center in Newark, N.J., the GRAMMY Museum Experience Prudential Center, the Delaware Blue Coats, the Binghamton Devils, the Sixers Innovation Lab Crafted by Kimball, and renowned esports franchise Dignitas. Led by some of the best and brightest minds across a diverse spectrum of industries, HBSE positions itself as one of the most pioneering, innovative global sports and entertainment businesses to date. HBSE also strives to positively impact the local communities in which it operates through the powerful platform of sports.

HBSE offers an energetic work environment built on collaboration, growth, and a quest to excel in everything we do. Prudential Center in downtown Newark, N.J. hosts more than 175 concerts, family shows and special events annually and is the fourth-ranked sports and entertainment venue in the U.S. by Pollstar and Billboard. It is home to the New Jersey Devils, a renowned NHL franchise with three Stanley Cup championships and a proud, passionate fan base. Prudential Center is also home to the brand-new GRAMMY Museum Experience, the first and only of its kind on the east coast.

The Philadelphia 76ers organization is one of the most storied franchises in American sports, led by some of the best and brightest minds across a diverse spectrum of industries, HBSE positions itself as one of the most pioneering, innovative global sports and entertainment businesses to date. The 76ers have attracted the industry’s top leadership talent from the NBA, NFL, NHL, MLB, MLS, UFC and NCAA, resulting in one of the most exciting, rewarding, and dynamic work environments within the sports industry. The 76ers offer a best-in-class workplace culture built on collaboration, growth, and a quest to excel in everything we do.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY:

At HBSE, we engage, represent and reflect diverse voices of employees, players fans and communities. We are dedicated to hiring the best talent that is reflective of where we live, work and play – across all groups and levels; supporting and developing every employee to reach their potential; and creating an inclusive environment that allows team members to bring their true authentic selves to work.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Prudential Center and the New Jersey Devils are seeking a Staff Accountant who will report to our Senior Accounting Manager. The position will focus on the analysis, review and processing of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable for the New Jersey Devils and Prudential Center Arena. The individual must be an independent thinker and assist the department in developing efficient accounting processes.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:

Accounts Payable
Manage and analyze invoices and expense reports in web-based, document management platform for appropriate documentation and approval
Manage system data feeds and exports to and from financial system
Review, research and reconcile departmental invoices
Review invoices and expense reports for appropriate documentation and approval
Make weekly payment selections in accordance with cash flow allowance
Manage and maintain W9 Files and annual 1099 filing
Respond to vendor/internal staff inquiries
Review, maintain and reconcile AP reports, spreadsheets, and files
Accounts Receivable
Review, analyze and record daily & weekly ticket sales
Post payments by recording cash, checks, and credit card transactions
Create miscellaneous invoices as requested
Run AR Aging report for analysis, track payments, collect delinquent payments
Review, maintain and reconcile AR reports, spreadsheets, and files
Account reconciliations and analysis
Prepare detailed account schedules
Prepare and input journal entries
Assist with external audits, including various state tax audits and year-end audits
Assist with processes which ensure accurate & timely financial reporting
Ad-hoc projects on an as needed basis

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required
Must be proficient in Windows and Microsoft Office products, specifically with strong Excel skills
Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics SL (Solomon) or similar accounting software preferred
Knowledge of Chrome River or similar web-based, document management platforms preferred
Must be energetic and eager to learn with a team mindset
Must be accurate and efficient, with the ability to manage time and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines
Must be a strategic and critical thinker who is dynamic, forward thinking, extremely analytical and well organized
Must be able to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form
Must maintain professionalism at all times and be comfortable and capable of working with all levels of management

WORKING CONDITIONS:

This position generally requires that work be performed from the Prudential Center/New Jersey Devils offices, but attendance at events taking place in the arena or offsite, including on weekends and/or holidays, may be required.
COVID-19 Vaccine Required: As of the first day of employment, you must be able to demonstrate proof that you are fully vaccinated (as defined by the CDC) against COVID-19, unless you are granted a medical or religious exemption in accordance with Company policy.

OUR BENEFITS:

Medical/Dental/Vision/Flexible Spending Accounts (all LGBT friendly)
Pretax Transportation Benefit
Generous parental leave policies
401K (100% up to 5% is matched, after 1 year of service)
Unlimited Paid Time Off
13+ Paid Holidays
½ Day Summer Fridays
Complimentary or Discounted Sports & Concert Tickets
On Site Fitness Rooms
Other League & Partner Discounts