Accounting Clerk

Accounting Clerk

Legends Global, the leader in events and venue management for public assembly facilities, has an excellent and immediate opening for an Accounting Clerk in Rockford, Illinois. This role offers hands-on exposure to live event accounting and opportunities to grow into more advanced accounting responsibilities. The Accounting Clerk reports to the HR & Accounting Manager and is responsible for the bank activities, accounts payable, and a portion of event settlements. Additional responsibilities include performing monthly journal entries to facilitate the month-end close process, maintenance of accounting files, preparation/organization of various financial forms, reports, general ledger account analysis, and reconciliations, etc., for the BMO Center, Coronado Theatre, and Davis Park.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Reconcile bank statements, outstanding checks, cash receipts, and disbursements
• Reconcile accounts payable control accounts to aging reports
• Assist with event settlements while working closely with Booking, Box Office, and Event Services
• Support the tracking of fixed asset activity in detail and input into the accounting module for automatic depreciation generation
• Assist in the monthly close process, including bank reconciliations, analysis, and preparation of accruals
• Maintain internal audit controls and participate in external audits
• Perform other accounting and general office duties as requested
• Process vendor invoices, including coding, matching, and entering into the accounting system
• Ensure proper approvals and compliance with internal controls
• Prepare and execute weekly check runs and ACH payments
• Maintain vendor files, W-9 documentation, and payment records
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies and vendor inquiries
• Verify event-related invoices and reconcile against contracts and agreements

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• B.S. in Accounting or Finance from a four-year college or university
• Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Minimum of two (2) years of prior work experience relative to the position preferred
• Experience with Microsoft D365 software preferred
• Ability to work additional hours and/or weekends upon request

Skills and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of financial accounting
• Excellent math skills and attention to details
• Effective communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills required
• Ability to interact with all levels of staff, including management and clients
• Ability to function independently with minimal supervision
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual must have proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel; Microsoft D365 experience is preferred.

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. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

$20-$24/HR depending upon experience

This is a full-time hourly non-exempt position.

The essential responsibilities of this position are described under the above headings. They may be subject to change at any time. Additional duties may be assigned.