Event Accountant Trainee - Full Time at Gwinnett Convention and Visitors Bureau Inc

Duluth, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Accounting, Bookkeeping, Analytical Skills, Microsoft Office, Ticket Office Software, Problem Solving, Organizational Skills, Communication Skills, Time Management, Attention to Detail, Cash Management, Event Settlements, A/R Management, Forensic Accounting, Data Analysis, Customer Service

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Description Under the supervision of the manager and CFO, learn the end-to-end process for ticketed event accounting at Gas South District. Requirements Training will include (other duties may be assigned): Maintain A/R customer files. Prepare invoices for customers at the close of the events. Prepare event settlements for concerts, sporting events, and theater shows. Perform daily checks and balances between ticket sales and cash receipts. Maintain and audit daily internal and external ticketing & parking sales reports. Maintain advanced ticket sales totals. Monitor A/R Aging and make collection efforts as necessary. Check event builds to ensure accuracy prior to sale. Produce reports in advance of event settlements to verify cash receipts. Utilize forensic accounting to research and correct discrepancies. Maintain the Cashier over/short log. Investigate and resolve merchant chargebacks. Maintain Rebate Deferred Revenue and post revenues to events at month end. Participate in the Accounting month-end close. Perform other duties as requested by the manager and the Chief Financial Officer. Skills and Abilities Position requires the following skills and abilities: This position requires frequent and regular work hours on weekends and late nights in accordance with the events schedule. Demonstrate knowledge of principles of accounting, bookkeeping, and ticket office procedures. Demonstrate analytical skills with emphasis on high accuracy. Operate software, including ticket office software, Microsoft Office, and accounting software. Recognize and solve related problems efficiently and rapidly while handling a large volume of financial data. Work in a fast-paced environment and handle a heavy workload that can present stressful situations. Handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively with others in both oral and written form. Organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines. Education and Experience Bachelor's or Associate's Degree. Extensive experience with Excel Software. Experience in a ticket sales system and accounting preferred. Preferred Skills Degree in Finance or Business. Minor or experience in Computer Science or coding.

Responsibilities

The Event Accountant Trainee will learn the end-to-end process for ticketed event accounting, including maintaining customer files, preparing invoices, and performing daily checks on ticket sales. The role also involves auditing sales reports and participating in the month-end close process.