Assistant Controller

Hollywood Park is a premier, nearly 300-acre global sports and entertainment destination in Inglewood, California. Owned, operated, and being developed by Los Angeles Rams Owner/Chairman E. Stanley Kroenke, it stands as the largest urban mixed-use development currently under construction in the Western United States. The vibrant "city within a city" features sophisticated residences, a dynamic outdoor retail and lifestyle district, creative office spaces, public parks, and a scenic lake. Anchored by the world-class SoFi Stadium and YouTube Theater, with Hollywood Park Studios and a luxury boutique hotel forthcoming, the district creates the ultimate Live, Work, Play environment. Home to the Los Angeles Chargers and Super Bowl LVI Champion Los Angeles Rams, the 3.1 million-square-foot SoFi Stadium is the NFL’s largest venue, and the first indoor-outdoor stadium. It seats approximately 70,000, expandable to 100,000, with more than 260 luxury suites and over 13,000 premium seats. A proven global leader that consistently ranks among the world’s top venues in ticket sales, the stadium has already hosted iconic events like eight FIFA World Cup 2026 matches, Super Bowl LVI, the 2023 College Football National Championship, WrestleMania 39, the CONCACAF Gold Cup Final, and numerous record-breaking concerts. SoFi Stadium is set to host the Super Bowl LXI in 2027, the Olympic and Paralympic Opening Ceremonies for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games (LA28), along with being converted into the largest Olympic swimming venue in history. Adjacent to the stadium and under the same sweeping translucent roof canopy sits the 2.5-acre open-air American Airlines Plaza and the 6,000-seat YouTube Theater. As an intimate, state-of-the-art venue, YouTube Theater hosts a diverse line-up of chart-topping superstars, iconic comedy acts, awards shows, esports competitions, community gatherings, and corporate conferences. Named the “Top West Coast Club or Theater” by Billboard, YouTube Theater is a must-play destination. Culture Hollywood Park is being brought to life by a deeply experienced team of creative forward-thinkers. The project is a celebration of all that Los Angeles has to offer. We are inspired by our diverse Inglewood community as a place for the community to be, to see and to connect. Hollywood Park is committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our team members, allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day. At the heart of Hollywood Park, lies our dedication to our purpose, promise, and commitments. Our PURPOSE is creating extraordinary experiences, one moment at a time. Our PROMISE is to be an iconic destination that celebrates our diverse and vibrant community. We promise to exceed expectations while cultivating a fun and safe experience where lasting memories are made. Our COMMITMENTS are outlined by S.T.A.R.S. Our S.T.A.R.S. commitments are enabled by five foundational principles: Start with Care – create a lasting impact through genuine care Thrive as a Team – create an environment of collaboration and encouragement Anticipate Unspoken Needs – be proactive in delivering extraordinary service and supporting others Resolve with Respect – treat others with empathy, patience, and kindness Safety Always – maintain a safe and secure environment. As The Assistant Controller, You Will… Hollywood Park is seeking an entrepreneurial and self-motivated Assistant Controller to oversee day-to-day financial operations, including corporate accounting, financial reporting, and the maintenance of internal control procedures. This role is integral to our accounting team and will help build the finance function, requiring a "Fan First" mentality to ensure an exceptional experience for all visitors. The ideal candidate demonstrates a flexible work style that responds quickly under tight deadlines as well as analytical prowess for the review of financial statements. More Specific Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To… Spearhead the NFL League Reporting process, crafting specialized financial reports that are utilized directly by the League office. Lead the month-end and year-end close processes through the review of journal entries and financial statements including but not limited to: Record and review financial transactions necessary for both internal and external reporting. Prepare and analyze monthly journal entries and reports for all entities within Hollywood Park. Review account reconciliations and research reconciling items timely. Mentor, train, and elevate a talented group of accounting seniors and staff. We are looking for a true leader who is just as passionate about coaching and accelerating their team's career growth as they are about the numbers. Develop rigorous quality controls over financial transactions and reporting. Document and develop business processes and accounting policies to strengthen internal controls and champion data integrity. Liaise with counterparts across the Kroenke Sports enterprise building strategic relationships to ensure seamless, unified accounting practices across the enterprise. Partner with operations teams to understand day to day spend and revenue drivers. Own the audit process through the preparation of audit support as well as serving as the primary point of contact for external auditors. Research technical accounting issues to ensure organizational compliance. Own the Cash Management and treasury processes working with Accounts Payable to ensure timely payment as well as preparing cash flow analysis reports. Lead high impact special projects and growth initiatives that will actively shape the future of our expanding organization. We'd Love to Hear From People With... Approximately 5+ years of combined accounting and finance experience. Manager level experience required (3-5 years preferred). Public accounting experience is a plus. Sports/Venue industry experience is preferred. Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting - CPA is a plus. Thorough knowledge of GAAP accounting principles and procedures. Advanced proficiency in MS Excel. Extensive experience with general ledger functions and close processes. Experience with Microsoft Great Plains is a plus. Experience working through ERP change/implementation is a plus. Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to lead a team. Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail. Clear communicator with the ability to interact with senior leadership. Strong project management and problem solving skills. Ability to multitask in a rapidly growing environment. Strong analytical skills to assess current processes in place and provide feedback for process improvement. Compensation: $140,000 - $165,000 per year Location: Inglewood, CA (On-site) 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. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hollywood Park Management Company, LLC.