Senior Accountant

<div class="content-intro"><p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (MSG Entertainment) is a leader in live entertainment, delivering unforgettable experiences while forging deep connections with diverse and passionate audiences. The Company’s portfolio includes a collection of world-renowned venues – New York’s Madison Square Garden, Infosys Theater at Madison Square Garden, Radio City Music Hall, and Beacon Theatre; and The Chicago Theatre – that showcase a broad array of sporting events, concerts, family shows, and special events for millions of guests annually. In addition, the Company features the original production, the&nbsp;<em>Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes</em>, which has been a holiday tradition for more than 90 years. More information is available at&nbsp;</span><a href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.msgentertainment.com%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7CMaddie.Rizzo%40msg.com%7Cf345c42af5d7463ff83408de643f07ae%7Cf2c1e8475bd24ba2b5e4b529a645f31a%7C1%7C0%7C639058419051422895%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=%2Fh2sth5yVaId8PXMdlql64sk%2Bkut4dKqQ7MSuyu3NnY%3D&amp;reserved=0" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="2">www.msgentertainment.com</a>.</span></p></div><p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong>Who are we hiring?</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 14pt;">This role is primarily responsible for the accounting operations of MSG Sports including preparation and recording of required journal entries, timely and accurate recognition of sports teams revenue (including marketing partnerships), monthly financial close processes, monitoring of financial results to facilitate financial analysis, effective operation and monitoring of the Company’s Internal Control Over Financial Reporting with respect to MSG Sports and facilitation of the external audit process.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong>What will you do?</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Review new sponsorship, advertising, and partnership agreements, amendments, and deal changes;</span></li> <li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Analyze sponsorship contracts and related deliverables for revenue recognition in accordance with ASC 606;</span></li> <li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Liaise with Marketing Partnership Finance, Legal and Operations teams regarding sponsorship revenue and fulfillment support and related accounting matters;</span></li> <li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Review Accounts receivable aging and liaise with collections team;</span></li> <li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Preparation of journal entries related to sponsorship revenue, commissions, and related accruals;</span></li> <li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Review of sponsorship revenue transactions to ensure timely and accurate recognition and reporting of sales activity;</span></li> <li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Monitor and analyze sponsorship fulfillment schedules and weekly partnership files to ensure completeness and proper classification of revenue;</span></li> <li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Responsible for month end close activities with respect to marketing partnerships revenue, including but not limited to:</span></li> <li style="font-size: 14pt;"> <ul> <li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Monthly preparation and/or review of general ledger postings related to sponsorship revenue and related accruals,</span></li> <li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Preparation of balance sheet reconciliations,</span></li> <li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Preparation of income statement and balance sheet variance analyses, including analysis supporting the Company’s MD&amp;A,</span></li> <li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Analysis of deferred revenue and contract asset balances;</span></li> </ul> </li> <li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Related Party Transactions Support, including management of payments and application/allocation between MSG Sports and MSG Entertainment;</span></li> <li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Will work with both internal and external auditors in providing them with required information during quarterly reviews and annual audits;</span></li> <li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Special projects as necessary;</span></li> <li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Strict adherence to the timelines established for all reporting.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Provide exceptional experiences for our guests, partners, and team members, including by adhering to our appearance and presentation guidelines while on-site. &nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong>&nbsp;What will you need to suceed?</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Bachelor’s degree preferred in business/accounting or related field</span></li> <li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Public/private background preferred with excellent communication skills, both verbal and written</span></li> <li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-size: 14pt;">3-5+ years accounting experience</span></li> <li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Experience with revenue recognition under ASC 606 preferred</span></li> <li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Strong analytical and organizational skills</span></li> <li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-size: 14pt;">CPA preferred</span></li> <li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Must be proficient in Excel and possess knowledge of automated environments</span></li> <li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Experience with ERP systems such as Oracle Cloud or similar platforms preferred</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 14pt;">#LI-Onsite</span></p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">Pay Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$90,000</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$110,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p style="line-height: 1.4;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;">At MSG, we recognize the importance of upskilling employees’ talents and strengths so they can drive their careers forward. We are proud to offer a robust set of tools and resources to help employees understand their interests and purpose, harness their talents and obtain the skills they need to reach the next step in their careers. Growth and longevity for our employees are top priorities here.</span></p> <p style="line-height: 1.4;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;">We value diversity and are looking for extraordinary employees of all backgrounds! MSG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, sexual and reproductive health choices, national origin, citizenship, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. <span data-teams="true">MSG complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination, including considering&nbsp;requests for reasonable accommodations as required.</span></span></p></div>