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About the job

Sphere Entertainment Co. is a leader in immersive experiences, technology and media. The Company includes Sphere, an experiential medium powered by advanced technologies. The first Sphere opened in Las Vegas, with a second venue planned for Abu Dhabi. In addition, the Company includes MSG Networks, which operates two regional sports and entertainment networks, MSG Network and MSG Sportsnet, as well as a direct-to-consumer and authenticated streaming product, MSG+, delivering a wide range of live sports content and other programming. More information is available at www.sphereentertainmentco.com.

Who are we hiring?

The Senior Accountant supports Sphere Corporate Accounting in day-to-day operations, as well as monthly and quarterly accounting close. This position has on-going financial support to various Corporate departments. Responsibilities also include journal entries, account reconciliations, and support for the VP Corporate Accounting.

What will you do?

• Provide timely and detailed monthly/quarterly Balance Sheet and Profit & Loss account analysis as assigned, including substantiation of account balances; recommend adjusting journal entries, where needed.

• Prepare journal entries related to bonuses, severance/restructuring, professional fees for significant/unusual transactions, pensions, legal matters and other corporate accruals; prepare monthly/quarterly balance sheet reconciliations.

• Prepare monthly results reports for various Corporate Departments.

• Support Tax, External Audit and Internal Audit requests by assisting with preparation and providing supporting documentation.

• Identify opportunities to improve company-wide utilization of financial systems to enhance accuracy and timeliness of reporting.

• Partner with Finance to ensure accurate account balances and resolve reconciling items.

• Support Corporate Accounting group day-to-day activities. Assist to ad hoc projects in an accurate and timely manner, as assigned.

• This position does not directly supervise any employees but may occasionally provide supervision to student associates.

• Provide exceptional experiences for our guests, partners, and team members, including by adhering to our appearance and presentation guidelines while on-site.

• Ad hoc support across other departments (i.e. venue operations accounting, external reporting)

What do you need to succeed?

• BS or BA required (preferred degree is Accounting/Finance, or related discipline)

• Minimum 2 to 3 years public accounting experience in a large sized / “Big 4” firm preferred but not required and/or in a large corporate environment

• CPA preferred

• Strong understanding of monthly close process

• Heavy exposure to financial statements, account analyses and reconciliations

• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced and challenging environment

• Ability to interact with cross functional groups

• Strong spreadsheet skills (Excel), as well as strong writing and communication skills

• Ability to be flexible, work under pressure and meet deadlines

• Willingness to work overtime as needed

• Ability to evaluate processes and recommend/implement more efficient practices and procedures

Special Requirements

• Routine movement in an office environment.

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Pay Range

$75,000—$110,000 USD

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.

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. MSG complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination, including considering requests for reasonable accommodations as required.