Director, Accounting

Recognized as one of the world’s best road courses, Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta is a 2.54-mile road course situated in the rolling hills 35 minutes north of Atlanta. The multi-purpose facility hosts the 10-hour Petit Le Mans race that closes out the IMSA schedule and is the final of the four endurance races contested by the series. The track prides itself on a family-friendly atmosphere, with a “Kids 12 & Under Are Always Free” policy. Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta

seeks a talented professional to join in the position of

Director of Accounting

based in our Braselton, Georgia office. Summary Provides financial leadership primarily for Road Atlanta Raceway and support for other racetracks as needed. Responsible for accounting, financial analysis, budgeting and forecasting. Supports the Track President and cost center managers in identifying opportunities for increased profitability and utilization of assets. Works closely with the Corporate Finance team to meet company financial objectives. Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties as assigned. Oversee customer billings to ensure invoiced timely and accurately. Responsible for the month-end close process to ensure all transactions are recorded in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. Prepare all month-end account reconciliations and identify necessary adjustments. Review month-end financial statements for accuracy and completeness. Utilize independent thinking skills and learned best practices to analyze financial statements and analysis, and compare actual results versus budget/forecast projections. Provide feedback on areas of concern and/or opportunity. Facilitate and/or lead financial updates for leadership meetings related to major events and business planning functions. Comply with all state and local government regulations and taxing authorities. Submit monthly sales tax reports and yearly personal property tax returns. Perform business analysis and provide recommendations for revenue opportunities and cost efficiencies. Coordinate the development of budgets and forecasts with cost center managers and Track President. Provide actionable reporting and insight to business leaders. Event operations such as overseeing and maintaining safeguards over cash and event reconciliations. Provide support for business processes that integrate directly with accounting functions including ticketing and corporate sales systems. Collaborate with other financial leaders within the organization on new initiatives and process improvements related to accounting and financial analysis. Special projects, as necessary. Supervisory Responsibilities Directly supervises assigned staff. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience Degree in Accounting from an accredited university with at least five years accounting related experience. Must demonstrate a clear understanding and application of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) as well as financial analysis. Supervisory experience required. Language Skills Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical journals, financial reports and legal documents. Must have excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to effectively communicate to top management and resolve issues. Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to provide training sessions and presentations within the department, external to the department and members of management. Ability to speak effectively in nontechnical language to employees of organization.

Mathematical Skills Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra.

Reasoning Ability Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Strong analytical skills and reasoning ability is required. Ability to identify accounting problems and generate reasonable solutions.

Computer Skills Proficient on Company-provided hardware and software. Experience with accounting and/or financial reporting systems – Workday or Adaptive experience a plus. Strong knowledge of Microsoft office products with advance knowledge of excel required.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or CMA preferred or similar certification.

Other Skills and Abilities In addition to the skills listed above, must have strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles. Must have strong experience in budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis/modeling. A reasonable understanding of internal controls related to cash management. Strong organizational, and time management skills are required with the ability to meet tight deadlines. Must be able to communicate with management at all levels by building and maintaining working relationships with business personnel and other finance groups. Must maintain a positive attitude and work ethic. The position will be required to work overtime as needed, to meet the objectives of the position and the department.

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Other Requirements Some travel is required to travel to attend financial leadership meetings and major events at other facilities. The percentage of travel time is estimated to not be more than 5%. We are a company unlike any other. We want you to bring your experience, skills and passion to our close-knit, high-energy environment in which our employees thrive and where you can prosper. We know the key to our success is our employees and we offer highly competitive salaries, a solid benefits package focused on wellness, and opportunities for you to grow and develop both personally and professionally. It won’t take you long to find out that you are on the right track here at NASCAR NASCAR is committed to fostering a diverse work environment where all employees feel valued and empowered. NASCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). We seek to attract and retain the best qualified people available. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any basis that is protected by applicable law except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists. Follow us on Twitter @NASCARJobs to stay current on all of our openings. Join our Talent Community

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The National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR) is the sanctioning body for the No. 1 form of motorsports in the United States and owner of 14 of the nation’s major motorsports entertainment facilities. NASCAR sanctions races in three national series (NASCAR Cup Series, NASCAR Xfinity Series, and NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series), four international series (NASCAR Brasil Sprint Race, NASCAR Canada Series, NASCAR Mexico Series, NASCAR Whelen Euro Series), four regional series (ARCA Menards Series, ARCA Menards Series East & West and the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour) and a local grassroots series (NASCAR Advance Auto Parts Weekly Series). The International Motor Sports Association (IMSA) governs the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, the premier U.S. sports car series. NASCAR also owns Motor Racing Network, Racing Electronics, and ONE DAYTONA. Based in Daytona Beach, Florida, with offices in five cities across North America, NASCAR sanctions more than 1,200 races annually in 11 countries and more than 30 U.S. states.

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