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Job Title: Staff Accountant II
Department: Arena, Vineyards
Business Unit: KSE
Location: Denver, CO
Reports To: Vineyard Accounting manager
Employment Type: Full Time-Salaried-Exempt
Supervisor Position: No
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Kroenke Sports amp; Entertainment (KSE) is an American Sports and Entertainment holding company based in Denver, Colorado. KSE is committed to providing world class sports and entertainment for both live and broadcast audiences. We are the employer of choice as the owner and operator of Ball Arena, DICK’S Sporting Goods Park, the Paramount Theatre, Denver Nuggets (NBA), the Colorado Avalanche (NHL), Colorado Mammoth (NLL), Colorado Rapids (MLS), Altitude Sports amp; Entertainment, Major League Fishing/Fishing League Worldwide (MLFLW), Winnercomm, Outdoor Sportsman Group and SkyCam.
Nature of Work:
This position is responsible for a variety of accounting functions under the guidance and supervision of the Accounting Manager. The primary role of the Staff Accountant II will focus on timely and accurate month-end close, maintaining account reconciliations, internal reporting, inventory, and various other projects.
Examples of work performed:
Record and document the movement of inventoried items and perform monthly inventory reconciliations.
Assist with physical inventory counts (at least annually in CA).
Administer the revenue recognition process including deferred revenue reconciliations.
Record monthly journal entries and accurately reconcile balance sheet accounts.
Oversee cash receipts and the payment application process.
Ensure timely and accurate reporting for state sales tax returns.
Maintain fixed assets subledger.
Provide accurate and timely reports to the sales and administrative teams.
Manage the collection of cash on bulk-sale contracts with varying contract terms.
Record monthly accruals and other projects in conjunction with the financial statements.
Complete ad-hoc requests as necessary.
This description is a summary only and is describing the general level of work being performed, it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business needs. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.
Performance Requirements/Skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with internal and external personnel.
Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
Critical thinking skills and intellectual curiosity.
Ability to complete tasks in a timely and efficient manner with minimal oversight.
Team player willing to take on additional projects as needed.
Working Conditions amp; Physical Demands:
Typical Office Conditions
Out-of-state travel (1-2 trips/year)
Qualifications:
1-3 Years of experience with general ledger accounting (or public accounting).
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word is a must.
Experience with automation tools is a plus (Macros, Power Automate, AI)
CPA designation or working towards a CPA designation is a plus.
Compensation
Based on qualifications and experience.
Base Salary Range $60,000 - $70,000
Benefits Include
12 Paid Company Holidays
Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Life Insurance
Short and Long-term Disability
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending plans (FSAs)
401K/Employer Match
Equal Employment Opportunity
Kroenke Sports amp; Entertainment (KSE) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.