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Senior Manager, Accounting

MLS League Office
New York, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 1/15/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/9/2025

Overview

The Senior Manager, Accounting maintains financial reports and general ledgers. This position is responsible for preparing and analyzing monthly financial statements and provide accounting support to the Finance Department.

Responsibilities

  • Manage month end close and preparation of financial statements
  • Responsible for international entities and their close/reporting
  • Manage balance sheet reconciliations and account analyses
  • Manage ticket reconciliation for all regular season and playoff matches
  • Manage monthly settlement process with MLS Clubs
  • Process, review and record monthly journal entries and accruals
  • Review trial balances monthly to verify proper coding of expenses
  • Assist in monthly and year-end close process
  • Project-based settlement accounting and management (All-Star Game, MLS Cup & Leagues Cup)
  • Assist in year-end audit
  • Research variances to budget
  • Assist with tax filings/government census surveys
  • Responsible for international entities and their close/reporting
  • Assist with/experience with foreign subsidiary accounting
  • Oversee and develop Staff Accountants
    • Manage hiring and onboarding process by interviewing, selecting, orienting, and training employees
  • Accomplish team results by communicating job expectations and managing the Performance Management process:
    • Plan, monitor, and review performance.
    • Coach and counsel employees;
    • Develop and implement department procedures and productivity standards and reinforce Company policies
    • Develop personal growth opportunities for employees
  • Additional responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
  • 7 years of experience in accounting/finance

Required Skills

  • Superior organization, project management skills and attention to detail
  • High level of commitment to quality work product and organizational ethics, integrity and compliance
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast paced, team environment
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate, both written and verbally
  • High proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
  • Demonstrated decision making and problem-solving skills
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
  • Ability to travel and to work non-traditional hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Desired Skills

  • Experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP (Great Plains) or similar accounting software a plus
  • Experience with Hyperion Essbase/SmartView or similar financial reporting software a plus
  • Experience with Concur a plus
  • Knowledge of the sport of soccer 

Total Rewards

 

Starting Base Salary $100,000 – 140,000. MLS/SUM base salaries are contingent upon several factors including individual qualifications, market financials, and operational business needs.

 

We are committed to providing a Total Rewards package that attracts, supports, engages, and retains talent through the following:

 

Benefits – comprehensive and competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits, as well as a suite of programs to promote well-being including a $500 Wellness Reimbursement. A generous PTO offering, and hybrid Office/Remote Work Schedule are also offered to promote Work-Life balance.

 

Career & Professional Development – on the job training, feedback, and on-going educational opportunities to continue your personal and professional development.

 

Employee Engagement – office perks, discounts and employee events that go “beyond the traditional paycheck” to make you feel a part of the team and inspire you to elevate the Game.

 

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

 

Salary : $100,000 - $140,000

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