Staff Accountant I- Durham Bulls

Overview:

The Durham Bulls are looking for an energetic, team\-oriented, self\-starter to join a dynamic team as a full\-time staff accountant supporting the Durham Bulls, Bull City Hospitality, CPL baseball league, and our 2 CPL teams (Holly Springs and Zebulon). We are seeking a detail\-oriented, organized individual with strong interpersonal skills. In this role, you will be responsible for a wide range of accounting functions, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, general accounting, and various month\-end closing tasks. The ideal candidate will be one that thrives in a fast\-paced environment with a natural curiosity to learn how all the systems work together.

RECENT ACCOUNTING GRADS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY! Key Responsibilities and Essential Functions: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Ticket Accounting

• Reconcile \& record weekly bank deposits with Ticketmaster settlements
• Prepare ticket revenue entries for baseball games and special events
• Reconcile monthly deferred revenue accounts
• Prepare weekly ticket reports for CPL teams

Food \& Beverage Accounting

• Prepare revenue entries and necessary accruals for food \& beverage operations
• Prepare commission statements after each homestand for our contractors
• Prepare cost of sale estimates monthly
• Assist with physical inventory and post adjustments to GL
• Investigate all charge backs and work with Assistant Business Manager for resolution

Accounts Payable \& Accounts Receivable Processing

• Assist with accounts payable during the baseball season and staff outages
• Reconcile vendor statements for any discrepancies
• Actively assist with accounts receivable by generating invoices, processing payments, and following upon overdue accounts

Month End Close

• Perform and/or assist with bank account reconciliations
• Actively assist with other month\-end closing duties such as booking recurring journal entries and monthly account reconciliations.
• Perform and/or assist with monthly Baseball accounting as assigned

Process Improvement \& Special Projects

• Adopt a continuous improvement mindset, identifying and implementing opportunities to streamline or enhance accounting processes.
• Collaborate with the Supervisors and peers on special projects as needed.
• Contribute to other ad\-hoc financial tasks and projects as needed to support the team and organizational objectives.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree in Accounting

Intermediate level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel.

Ability to learn quickly, ask questions and communicate effectively

Preferred Qualifications:

1\-3 years accounting experience or completed accounting internship

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Sitting at a desk for extended periods while working on a computer or reviewing documents.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, and handling documents.
• Ability to view computer screens and printed materials for long periods.
• Occasional need to read small text or data.
• Repeated motions of the wrists, hands, or fingers during typing or data entry.
• Occasionally lifting and carrying items such as file folders, binders, or small office equipment (typically under 20 pounds).
• Walking or standing briefly to attend meetings, retrieve documents, or access office equipment.

Work Conditions: The work conditions and characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Standard Office Setting: Most work takes place in a professional office environment with appropriate lighting, ventilation, and climate control.
• Full\-Time Hours: The standard workweek is typically 40 hours, Monday through Friday.
• Extended hours may be required during:

+ Month\-end, quarter\-end, and year\-end close.

+ Tax season or audit preparation.

+ Budgeting and forecasting cycles.

• Computer\-Based Work: Extensive use of computers, accounting software, and office tools (e.g., Excel, ERP systems).
• Communication Tools: Regular use of email, virtual meeting platforms, and phone communication.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Benefits package including:

+ Comprehensive health insurance plan options

+ Vision and Dental Insurance

+ Company sponsored life insurance

+ Numerous voluntary benefit options – legal plans, pet insurance, discounted home and auto and more!

+ 401K with company match

+ Generous paid time off

+ 9 paid company holidays

• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Dynamic and inclusive work environment with a supportive team culture.
• Exciting projects and growth opportunities within a leading organization.
• Opportunities to attend free local events, such as sporting events, concerts, shows, and more.

Pre\-Employment Information:

• A pre\-employment drug screening is required.
• Capitol Broadcasting Company participates in E\-Verify.

EEO Statement:

Capitol Broadcasting Company is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

CBC Statement:

Capitol Broadcasting Company, Inc. is a diversified communications leader which owns and/or operates WRAL\-TV, WRAZ\-TV, WRAL News\+ (WNGT\-CD), WRAL\-FM, WRAL\-HD2, WCMC\-FM, WCMC\-HD1, WDNC\-AM, WCMC\-HD2, WCMC\-HD3, WCMC\-HD4, Microspace Communications, and Capitol B Creative in Raleigh, NC; WILM\-TV, WILT\-LD and Sunrise Broadcasting in Wilmington, NC; The Durham Bulls Baseball Club, Bull City Hospitality, and the Coastal Plain League in Durham, NC; The Holly Springs Salamanders in Holly Springs, NC; the Zebulon Devil Dogz in Zebulon, NC; the American Underground startup hub and workspace in Durham, NC; and real estate interests including the American Tobacco Historic District in Durham, NC, and Rocky Mount Mills in Rocky Mount, NC.