Danielle Rockefeller
About Danielle Rockefeller
Danielle Rockefeller serves as the Director of Accounting at Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp., where she has worked since 2021. She has a diverse background in finance and accounting, with previous roles at PwC, Viacom, and Make-A-Wish America.
Current Role at Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp.
Danielle Rockefeller serves as the Director of Accounting at Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the accounting functions and ensuring compliance with financial reporting standards. She manages the consolidation of majority-owned investments in TAO Group Hospitality and Boston Calling Entertainment. Danielle also prepares and provides supporting documents for 10-K and 10-Q filings, including Management's Discussion and Analysis (MD&A) and key footnote support for the External Reporting Group.
Previous Experience in Accounting
Prior to her current position, Danielle held several roles in accounting and finance. She worked as a Senior Manager of Accounting at Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. from 2020 to 2021. Before that, she was a Senior Staff Accountant in the Participations Management Department at Viacom from 2016 to 2018. Danielle also served as an Assurance Associate at PwC from 2014 to 2016, where she provided audit support to internal and external audit teams during audits.
Education and Expertise
Danielle Rockefeller earned her Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from the University of Maryland - Robert H. Smith School of Business, where she studied from 2010 to 2014. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from NYU Stern School of Business from 2017 to 2020. Her academic background has equipped her with a strong foundation in accounting principles and financial management.
Internship and Early Career Experience
Danielle began her career with various internships that provided her with practical experience in finance and accounting. She worked as a Finance Intern at Make-A-Wish America in 2013 and as a Retirement Services Fund Admin Intern at MassMutual in 2012. Additionally, she completed an Assurance Internship at PwC in 2013. These early roles contributed to her professional development and understanding of the finance industry.
Leadership and Mentorship
In her current role, Danielle is involved in training, leading, and mentoring junior team members and student associates. She liaises regularly with finance counterparts to ensure the accuracy of accounting estimates and provides detailed analyses. Her leadership skills contribute to the development of her team and the overall efficiency of the accounting department.