Event Accountant

Job Description

Who We Are:

PBR is the world's premier bull riding organization. More than 500 bull riders compete in more than 200 events annually across the televised PBR Unleash The Beast tour (UTB), which features the top bull riders in the world; the PBR Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour (PWVT); the PBR Touring Pro Division (TPD); and the PBR's international circuits in Australia, Brazil, Canada and Mexico. In 2022, PBR launched the PBR Team Series-eight teams of the world's best bull riders competing for a new championship-as well as the PBR Challenger Series with more than 60 annual events nationwide. The organization's digital assets include PBR RidePass on Pluto TV, which is home to Western sports. PBR is a subsidiary of Endeavor, a global sports and entertainment company. For more information, visit PBR.com, or follow on Facebook at Facebook.com/PBR, Twitter at Twitter.com/PBR, and YouTube at YouTube.com/PBR.

Endeavor is a global sports and entertainment company, home to the world's most dynamic and engaging storytellers, brands, live events and experiences. The company is comprised of industry leaders including entertainment agency WME; sports, fashion, events and media company IMG; and premier mixed martial arts organization UFC. The Endeavor network specializes in talent representation, sports operations & advisory, event & experiences management, media production & distribution, experiential marketing and brand licensing.

Position Summary/Objective:

PBR is seeking a positive, energetic, and detail-oriented Event Accountant to join our organization. This position will support the finance and accounting of events across the United States. The ideal candidate will possess both strong analytical and quantitative skills and be able to work independently and proactively. The candidate will show a willingness to learn about the company and industry. The candidate should be able to communicate with individuals across all levels of PBR to understand the drivers impacting event performance.

Role in an office position - must be located in Southern Colorado or Fort Worth, TX area or willing to relocate at own expense

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
• Accountable for preparing weekly internal event related reporting – cash flows, forecasts, event income statements and ticketing reports with consistency, accuracy, and timeliness
• Day to day management of event related accounts
• Perform event settlement accounting – liaise and coordinate with departments to gather and submit proper revenue and expense documentation to event partners until event is reconciled and closed as appropriate
• Perform month-end and quarter-close duties for events, including recording accurate journal entries, reviewing expenses for accrual/deferral, reviewing expenses for reasonableness, and ensuring appropriate revenue recognition
• Assists in the development of annual operating budget and settlement budgets for events
• Perform other fiduciary responsibilities/duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
• Experience in a variety of accounting concepts, practices, and procedures
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proactive, willing to own the work
• Thorough understanding of GAAP and a broad knowledge of accounting systems
• Time management skills, ability to successfully handle multiple deadlines and competing priorities
• Strong attention to detail and organization
• Team Player who can communicate and adapt in a fast moving and fluid work environment

Education & Formal Training:
• B.A./B.S. in Accounting, Finance or Economics - preferred
• CPA not required, but a plus
• 2-5 years general accounting experience - preferred
• Strong understanding of financial systems and Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft Excel
• Experience utilizing SAP Accounting and Adaptive Insights software a plus

Working Conditions:
• Normal office hours Monday-Friday
• Weekends, extended hours and travel as necessary
• Role in an office position - must be located in Southern Colorado or Fort Worth, TX or willing to relocate at own expense

Salary Range: $55,000 - $62,500

Benefits

401k

Bonus Opportunity

Paid Time Off

Endeavor unites and brings people together in our love of sport, culture, and entertainment. We understand this can only be accomplished when we lead with a lens of diversity, equity, and inclusion in everything we do. As a global company that drives culture, we strive to reflect the world's diverse voices.  

Endeavor is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion or belief.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g6vx78-216-73-216-227-42 in your application.