Staff Accountant I
Atlanta Braves
Atlanta, GAThis is a Full Time Job
Position Overview: Accounting professional who will be responsible for fundamental accounting duties of the real estate entities associated with Braves Development Co., LLC.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
• Perform accounting duties related to month-end close, including preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations, ensuring strict compliance with company and regulatory standards.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly reporting schedules.
• Ensure timeliness, accuracy, and completeness of financial reports and schedules to meet specified monthly and year-end closing deadlines.
• Verify and set up new vendors.
• Ensure proper coding and approval of accounts payable invoices.
• Prepare invoices for tenants and association members and aid with tenant correspondence.
• Post Tenant cash receipts, reviewing ledgers for accuracy.
• Bill monthly recurring charges and adjustments.
• Perform daily/monthly bank reconciliations on multiple accounts.
• Follow proper internal audit guidelines and control documentation.
• Provide support for annual external audits.
• Participates and is active in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Other Ad Hoc requests from the business or finance leaders.
The ideal candidate will possess:
• 2-3 years of accounting experience
• BS or BBA in accounting required
• Experience in US GAAP and SOX required
• Real estate industry experience preferred
• CPA is preferred
• Yardi experience is highly preferred
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Advance Microsoft Office skills (primarily Excel)
• Ability to work under pressure, independently and in collaboration with others, to meet deadlines
• Strong analytical skills
Salary/Benefits
Perks
• Fast-paced, dynamic company culture
• Contributing to the community
Additional Information
The Atlanta Braves are the longest continuously operating franchise in Major League Baseball, known for their innovative and diverse Front Office team that shares a passion for Braves baseball. They are committed to upholding the highest standards of excellence while supporting The Battery Atlanta, a first-of-its-kind Major League Baseball Park featuring a mixed-use development and community. The Braves foster a fast-paced, dynamic company culture that emphasizes contributions to the community in which they operate.